Cliff Hysell
- April 7, 1942
- October 26, 2014
- 72 years
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Cliff Hysell, 72, American football player and coach (Montana State Bobcats).
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|Cliff Hysell (April 7, 1942 – October 26, 2014) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head football coach at Montana State University from 1992 to 1999, compiling a record of 42–46. Hysell died at the age of 72 at his home in Bozeman, Montana on October 26, 2014.
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1.On what date was Cliff Hysell born?
- A.October 26, 1940
- B.April 7, 1940
- C.October 26, 1942
- D.April 7, 1942correct
Cliff Hysell was born on April 7, 1942.
Source: biographical overview
2.What was Cliff Hysell's overall win-loss record as head coach at Montana State University?
- A.44–40
- B.40–44
- C.42–46correct
- D.46–42
During his tenure at Montana State University, Cliff Hysell compiled a coaching record of 42–46.
Source: biographical overview
3.At what age did Cliff Hysell die?
- A.74
- B.75
- C.70
- D.72correct
Cliff Hysell died at the age of 72.
Source: biographical overview
4.Where was Cliff Hysell residing at the time of his death?
- A.Billings, Montana
- B.Helena, Montana
- C.Bozeman, Montanacorrect
- D.Missoula, Montana
Cliff Hysell died at his home in Bozeman, Montana.
Source: biographical overview
5.On what date did Cliff Hysell pass away?
- A.October 26, 2012
- B.April 7, 2014
- C.April 7, 2012
- D.October 26, 2014correct
Cliff Hysell passed away on October 26, 2014.
Source: biographical overview
6.In which professional capacity did Cliff Hysell primarily work?
- A.Football referee and administrator
- B.Baseball player and manager
- C.Football player and coachcorrect
- D.Basketball player and scout
Cliff Hysell was an American football player and coach.
Source: biographical overview
7.Which university employed Cliff Hysell as a head football coach starting in 1992?
- A.University of Montana
- B.Montana Tech
- C.Montana State Universitycorrect
- D.Carroll College
Cliff Hysell served as the head football coach at Montana State University beginning in 1992.
Source: biographical overview
8.When did Cliff Hysell's tenure as head football coach at Montana State University conclude?
- A.1999correct
- B.1998
- C.2001
- D.2000
Cliff Hysell concluded his role as head coach at Montana State University in 1999.
Source: biographical overview
9.What sport was Cliff Hysell associated with throughout his career?
- A.Footballcorrect
- B.Basketball
- C.Baseball
- D.Wrestling
Cliff Hysell was known for being a football player and coach.
Source: biographical overview
10.What state was Cliff Hysell's home located in when he died?
- A.Wyoming
- B.Colorado
- C.Idaho
- D.Montanacorrect
Cliff Hysell died at his home in Bozeman, Montana.
Source: biographical overview
11.Which of the following ranges correctly defines Cliff Hysell's head coaching tenure at Montana State?
- A.1994–2001
- B.1992–1999correct
- C.1988–1995
- D.1990–1997
Cliff Hysell served as head football coach at Montana State University from 1992 to 1999.
Source: biographical overview
12.Approximately how many games did Cliff Hysell lose during his time at Montana State?
- A.42
- B.44
- C.46correct
- D.48
Cliff Hysell had a 42–46 record, meaning he lost 46 games.
Source: biographical overview
13.Cliff Hysell was born in which month of 1942?
- A.December
- B.October
- C.January
- D.Aprilcorrect
Cliff Hysell was born on April 7, 1942.
Source: biographical overview
14.What was the record for wins Cliff Hysell achieved at Montana State?
- A.46
- B.40
- C.44
- D.42correct
Cliff Hysell achieved 42 wins during his tenure at Montana State.
Source: biographical overview
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