InternalUniversity News07/22/2018President Kaplan Statement on the Passing of Tony Sparano '84Alumnus and former football coach Tony Sparano '84 passed away on Sunday, July 22. One of the most successful coaches in program history, he led his alma mater to a 41-14-1 record in five seasons, including a spot in the 1997 Division II National Championship game.July 22, 2018Photo montage of Tony Sparano '84Sparano was a former student-athlete and head coach of the Chargers football team, leading the team to the 1997 Division II national championship game.Photo Credit: Jeff Haynes/Associated PressNewsnews-allnews-releasesyear-2018