Alexander S. Lilley

Alexander S. Lilley was the first Ohio State Buckeyes football coach, he coached from 1890 - 1891. Lilley's total coaching record was 3–5.  Lilley was an unpaid volunteer coach during his time coaching at Ohio State. He was also known to ride an indian pony during the team practices.  A plaque at the Ohio State football stadium memorializes him as "A Lone and Ardent Volunteer".