Though two decades have passed since his death at the age of 61 in 1993, Andress’ influence is still being felt. During his 11-year tenure as head football coach, he was instrumental in starting Parents Day (now Family Day), Meet The Cardinals and Scout Day. All three are still held each year.

As the longest-tenured head football coach in the college’s history, Andress led the Cardinals to four conference championships and three bowl appearances. In his second season in 1983, he led the Cardinals to their first bowl appearance in 13 years. His 52 wins are second only to legendary and hall of famer Bob Baccarini, who won 55.

He was no stranger to the college when he became head football coach. The Athens High School graduate played two seasons at the college in 1948 and ’49.

Andress was affectionately referred to as “Big A.”