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Quinton Ganther 2018
Quinton Ganther is in his fifth season as an assistant coach with the Wildcats.
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Quinton Ganther shares his amazing story in 'Cat Tales podcast

8/2/2018 2:04:00 PM | Football

Weber State football assistant coach Quinton Ganther was a star running back in college, and was drafted and played six years in the NFL, before going into coaching. But what he overcame growing up to get there may surprise you. 

In the latest episode of the Weber State 'Cat Tales podcast, coach Ganther joins WSU Athletic Director Jerry Bovee and athletic communications director Paul Grua to share his incredible story. Ganther tells of his youth growing up in Richmond, California, how he became the first member of his family to go to college, his journey through the NFL and how he got into coaching the Wildcats. 

Don't miss the amazing story of coach Q. 

You can subscribe and listen to the 'Cat Tales podcast on iTunes and Soundcloud. 

 

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