Jimmy Feix

James Wyne Feix (August 1, 1931 – October 5, 2014) was an American football player and coach. He served as head football coach at Western Kentucky University 1968 to 1983, compiling a record of 106–56–6.

Jimmy Feix
Biographical details
Born(1931-08-01)August 1, 1931
DiedOctober 5, 2014(2014-10-05) (aged 83)
Bowling Green, Kentucky, U.S.
Playing career
1949–1952Western Kentucky
Position(s)Quarterback
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1957–1967Western Kentucky (assistant)
1968–1983Western Kentucky
Administrative career (AD unless noted)
1986–1991Western Kentucky
Head coaching record
Overall106–56–6 (.649)
Tournaments4–2 (NCAA D-II playoffs)
Accomplishments and honors
Championships
6 OVC (1970–1971, 1973, 1975, 1978, 1980)
Awards
  • Western Kentucky Hilltoppers Jersey No. 66 retired
  • Little All-American (1952)
  • 3× OVC Coach of the Year (1973, 1978, 1980)
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hall of Champions
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