Former college football coach dies at 94

Jimmy Asato, a former player and coach at Hawaii, has died.

The college football community is mourning the loss of former Hawaii player and head coach Jimmy Asato, who died at the age of 94.

Asato was a star running back with the Rainbow Warriors from 1949 to 1951, earning co-captain honors and was twice named team MVP.

He served as his alma mater's head coach from 1962 to 1964, amassing a 15-12 overall record during his three year tenure.

Condolences to the family of the late Jimmy Asato, who passed away recently at the age of 94. A star running back, co-captain, and 2x MVP for UH (1949-51), he later coached the Rainbows for three seasons (1962-64) with a 15-12 record. Aloha, Coach Asato 💚🌈🏈 pic.twitter.com/ijNTxvjkOC

— Hawaii Football (@HawaiiFootball) May 27, 2022

In addition to serving as the Hawaii football coach, Asato also managed the school's baseball team.

When he retired, Asato had devoted more than 30 years to the university. He was inducted into the Hawaii Athletics Hall of Fame in 1989.

Asato would have turned 95 in July.

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