Widely known as a “players’ coach”, Bob Joye was among the most well-liked coaches in Tech history, according to many of his players, and helped the Golden Eagles enjoy some of their greatest gridiron success.

Joye began his career under head coach Don Wade in 1969 by working with Tech’s running backs, and was instrumental in the record-setting career of future NFLer Larry Schreiber. When Joye switched to coaching linebackers, he worked with a string if NFL-bound all-stars, including Jim Youngblood, Howard Stidham and Mike Hennigan.  

He helped the Golden Eagles claim OVC championships in 1972 and 1975.