 In 1947, Ed Doherty became head coach at Arizona State, where he compiled a 25–17 record from 1947 to 1950.He left after ASU five days after defeating rival Arizona, 47–13, because he felt that he didn't have enough job security.Clyde Smith took over the reins of the Arizona State football program in 1952, and under his leadership, they compiled a record of 15–13–1.