Football player. Three-time All-American and National College Football Hall of Fame inductee. While starring for Kentucky State University, Kendall was considered by many to be the best player in the nation, at either the professional or collegiate level. He possessed exceptional strength, speed, punting and place-kicking skills. He also had one of the most accurate passing arms of his era. Nicknamed "Tarzan" for his physique and athletic prowess, Kendall led his Kentucky State teams to a 29-7-3 record during his career. His 1934 team earned the national championship among black college football teams. His 1935 team was victorious in both the Alumni Bowl and Orange Blossom Classic games. At the completion of his college career, Kendall was named to the All-time Black College Football Team. When racial barriers prevented him from entering the National Football League, Kendall devoted himself to service in his hometown of Owensboro, KY where he distinguished himself as a coach, teacher and school principal. In recognition of his excellence in these endeavors, an Owensboro city park has been named in his honor.∼WWII VIRGINIA US ARMY
Football player. Three-time All-American and National College Football Hall of Fame inductee. While starring for Kentucky State University, Kendall was considered by many to be the best player in the nation, at either the professional or collegiate level. He possessed exceptional strength, speed, punting and place-kicking skills. He also had one of the most accurate passing arms of his era. Nicknamed "Tarzan" for his physique and athletic prowess, Kendall led his Kentucky State teams to a 29-7-3 record during his career. His 1934 team earned the national championship among black college football teams. His 1935 team was victorious in both the Alumni Bowl and Orange Blossom Classic games. At the completion of his college career, Kendall was named to the All-time Black College Football Team. When racial barriers prevented him from entering the National Football League, Kendall devoted himself to service in his hometown of Owensboro, KY where he distinguished himself as a coach, teacher and school principal. In recognition of his excellence in these endeavors, an Owensboro city park has been named in his honor.∼WWII VIRGINIA US ARMY
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