Leo Harris, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Leo Harris

American college football player and coach

Date of Birth: 06-Aug-1904

Place of Birth: Santa Cruz, California, United States

Date of Death: 22-Apr-1990

Profession: basketball coach, American football player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Leo A.
Harris (August 6, 1904 – April 22, 1990) was an American athlete, coach, and athletic director.
He played college football at Stanford University, coached football and basketball at Fresno State College, and was the first athletic director for the University of Oregon, bringing success to a financially troubled system.
He was also known for his handshake deal with Walt Disney that permitted the University of Oregon to use the likeness of Donald Duck as the basis for its mascot, the Oregon Duck.