What is Frank Beamer's Net Worth?
Frank Beamer, an esteemed American college football coach and former player, boasts a net worth of $10 million. Born in October 1946 in Mount Airy, North Carolina, Beamer had a noteworthy career as a cornerback at Virginia Tech. After his playing days, he transitioned into coaching, starting as a graduate assistant at Maryland in 1972.
Coaching Career Highlights
Beamer's coaching journey began with The Citadel, where he served as a defensive line coach from 1973 to 1976 and subsequently, as the defensive coordinator from 1977 to 1978. His coaching acumen led him to Murray State, where he was the defensive coordinator from 1979 to 1980.
In 1981, Beamer secured his first head coaching role at Murray State, a position he held until 1986. The pivotal moment in his career came in 1987 when he became the head football coach at Virginia Tech. Under his leadership, Virginia Tech experienced tremendous success, including winning an OVC Championship, three Big East Championships, four ACC Championships, and five ACC Coastal Division Championships.
Awards and Achievements
Throughout his illustrious career, Beamer has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, such as:
- Associated Press Coach of the Year
- Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Award
- Paul "Bear" Bryant Award
- Walter Camp Coach of the Year Award
- Joseph V. Paterno Coach of the Year Award
- Big East Coach of the Year
- ACC Coach of the Year
Frank Beamer is celebrated as the longest-tenured and the winningest active coach in NCAA Division I FBS, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
