Eastern Michigan Athletics

E-Club Athletic Hall of Fame

Elton J. Rynearson
Elton J. Rynearson
  • Induction:
    1976
  • Class:
    1952
Elton J. Rynearson, former athletic director and coach at Eastern Michigan University, died Feb. 8, 1967. “Rynie” coached every varsity sport at one time or another during his 46 years of service to the University.

In his 28 years as head football coach, Rynearson compiled a won-lost-tied record of 114-58-15, including one stretch from 1925 to 1933 when his teams lost only six games.

In 1968,the Rynearson Scholar-Athlete Award was founded in his memory. It is given annually to the EMU football player who best combines athletic ability and scholastic excellence.
Had a blast at our homecoming tailgate!
Monday, September 22
⏳ The wait is almost over ⏳
Sunday, September 21
Postgame Press Conference: Football vs. UL
Sunday, September 21
Football Downs Louisiana, 34-31, on Homecoming
Saturday, September 20