Change is met by friction. Mike Leach never steered his pirate ship away from it throughout his unconventional coaching career. Monday evening he passed away, leaving behind a legacy of innovation that brought the sport into the 21st century. It all started in Lexington, Kentucky.
Creator of the name ‘Air Raid’
Mike Leach did not create the offense pass-happy offense, but his contributions were invaluable. Hal Mumme was the originator of the offense. In the basement of an old gym at Iowa Wesleyan College, Mike Leach gave the Air Raid its name.
“When we were at Iowa Wesleyan College some guy brought in an air raid siren.