He then moved on to coach the Columbia Lions from 1986-1988, but only managed a paltry 2-28 record.
The Columbia Lions would have a notable losing streak from 1983 through 1988.
Then, too, there was radio and the Columbia Lions.
The memory of their 44-game losing steak faded last season when the Columbia Lions won twice.
He was head coach of Columbia's football team, the Columbia Lions from 1974 to 1979.
Against the Columbia Lions, he made 11 tackles, a sack and a fumble recovery.
But the Bears - much like the Columbia Lions - struggled through a disappointing campaign.
He played at the halfback and quarterback positions for the 1899, 1900 and 1901 Columbia Lions football teams.
The Columbia Lions won the Pasadena game 7-0.
Lou Bender (1910-2009), pioneer player with the Columbia Lions and in early pro basketball, who was later a successful trial attorney.