"Coach" is an American sitcom that aired from 1989 to 1997, revolving around Hayden Fox, a college football coach for the Minnesota State Screaming Eagles, and his interactions with family, friends, and team members.
Main Cast and Characters
- Craig T. Nelson as Hayden Fox – Head coach known for his competitive spirit and quirky charm.
- Jerry Van Dyke as Luther Van Dam – Bumbling yet loyal assistant coach and Hayden's close friend.
- Shelley Fabares as Christine Armstrong/Fox – Hayden's supportive love interest and eventual wife.
- Bill Fagerbakke as Michael "Dauber" Dybinski – Former player turned assistant coach with a good-hearted personality.
- Clare Carey as Kelly Fox – Hayden's independent and witty daughter, featured prominently from season four onward.
Key Supporting Cast
- Katherine Helmond as Margaret Willard – The university dean with a no-nonsense attitude.
- Kris Kamm as Stuart Rosebrock – A cheerful graduate assistant in later seasons.
- Georgia Engels as Shirley Burleigh – Hayden's secretary, adding comedic warmth.