The 1911 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team was an American football team that represented the University of Notre Dame as an independent during the 1911 college football season. In their first year under head coach John L. Marks, the Irish compiled a 6–0–2 record, shut out six of eight opponents, and outscored all opponents by a total of 222 to 9. They played scoreless tie games against Pittsburgh and Marquette. The only points allowed by Notre Dame were a touchdown by Ohio Northern in the season opener and a field goal by Wabash.
Key players included quarterback Gus Dorais, end Knute Rockne, fullback Ray Eichenlaub, halfback Alfred Bergman, and tackles George Philbrook and Luke Kelly. Kelly was also the team captain.
The team played its home games at Cartier Field in Notre Dame, Indiana.
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Personnel Players A. "Heinie" Berger, halfback Alfred Bergman, halfback Charles Crowley, end Gus Dorais, quarterback Ray Eichenlaub, fullback Albert Feeney, center E. J. Harvat, guard K. Jones, fullback Bill Kelleher, halfback Luke Kelley, captain and tackle Torgus Oaas, guard George Philbrook, tackle Joseph Pliska, halfback Knute Rockne, end
Coaching staff Head coach - John L. Marks Assistant coach - Don Hamilton Manager - John Murphy Assistant manager - William Cotter Trainer - Bert Maris
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