Harry Hawkins
Henry Hawkins (July 11, 1905 – August 10, 1977) was an American athlete and engineer. He was a lineman for the University of Michigan football team from 1923-1925 where he was selected as a first-team All-American in 1925. Fielding H. Yost called him the "greatest lineman of the year." He was also the national champion in the hammer throw in 1926. Hawkins later had a successful career as an engineer in the automotive industry.
| Born: | July 11, 1905 Bay City, Michigan, US |
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| Died: | August 10, 1977 (aged 72) |
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| Position(s) | Tackle, Guard |
| College | Michigan |
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In 2019, the Saginaw Club established the Henry Hawkins award for the top football player in Saginaw County. The award is given based upon athletic, academic and community service accomplishments.
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