Ray Novotny
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Raymond John Novotny Sr. (October 12, 1907 – May 30, 1995) was an
Cleveland Indians and Brooklyn Dodgers of the National Football League (NFL). Prior to playing in the NFL, Novotny played college football at Ashland University. While at Ashland, he earned All-American
honors in 1929. In 1934, he returned to Ashland to serve as the school's football coach. He also served as the baseball coach for the 1935 season.
His grandson is Maryland politician Reid Novotny.[1][2]
Early life
Novotny was born on October 12, 1907, in Cleveland to John Novotny and Caroline Hudec of Czech ancestry.[3][4]
References
- ^ Novotny (1995). "United States, GenealogyBank Obituaries, 1980-2014". FamilySearch.
- ^ Whitepages. "Whitepages". Whitepages. Retrieved June 21, 2021.
- ^ Novotny (1907). "Ohio, County Births, 1841-2003". FamilySearch.
- ^ Novotny (1930). "United States Census, 1930". FamilySearch.
External links
- Career statistics and player information from NFL.com · Pro Football Reference