During Smith 's 18 - year tenure as head coach , the team compiled a record of 116 -- 52 -- 6 .
During Smith 's 18 - year tenure as head coach , the team won two NAIA national championships in 1957 and 1961 .
During Smith 's 18 - year tenure as head coach , the team compiled a record of 116 -- 52 -- 6 and won two NAIA national championships in 1957 and 1961 .