JSU legend Gorden to college grid Hall of Fame

Defender Staff Report

Legendary Jackson State University head football coach W.C. Gorden has been inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Gorden will be officially inducted into the during ceremonies in South Bend, Ind. July 18.

One of the most successful head coaches in Black college football history, Gorden coached Jackson State from 1976 to 1991 compiling a record of 119-47-5.

During his tenure at Jackson State, Gorden's teams won eight Southwestern Athletic Conference titles. His teams once won 28 consecutive SWAC games, still a conference record.

"I'm so elated because this is the ultimate generosity given in recognition of my coaching …