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What is John Madden’s connection to Cal Poly?

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What is John Madden’s connection to Cal Poly?

Madden played offensive and defensive line for Cal Poly in 1957 and 1958 and also played baseball. He earned two education degrees and became a charter member of Cal Poly’s Athletics Hall of Fame in 1987.

Checked 2026-11-01 · Sources: John Madden, Football Player, Coach, Analyst, Philanthropist, Passes - Cal Poly

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