Tony Reno, who guided Yale to 5 Ivy League titles, dies at 52
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Key Points:
- Tony Reno, former Yale football coach who led the Bulldogs to five Ivy League championships over 14 seasons, has died at age 52; no cause of death was disclosed.
- Reno stepped down in February due to health issues and had been on medical leave since the end of last season, finishing with an 83-49 record and second-most wins in Yale football history.
- He led Yale to its first FCS playoff victory in program history and was a two-time Ivy League Coach of the Year, known for his focus on mentorship and player development.
- Current Yale coach Kevin Cahill praised Reno's dedication to family and leadership, emphasizing his impact beyond football and his legacy within the Yale Athletics community.
- Reno is survived by his wife Toni and their three children, including Dante Reno, Yale's starting quarterback who was sidelined by injury this season.
