Fondly known as Coach Adams to former students and athletes of the Campbell Union High School District in San Jose, Earl Adams M.A. ’73 died Aug. 31, 2023. He played football in high school on the legendary Junior Rose Bowl team in 1952 then started coaching after earning a teaching degree. Despite his athletic prowess, Earl was a model of restraint, motivating his students and players without resorting to rough language. Even well into his later years, Early continued to enjoy skiing, golfing, and spending time outdoors with his wife Marcia.