He served as the head football coach at Villanova College -- now known as Villanova University -- from 1895 to 1896 , compiling a record of 13 -- 7 .
James A. McDonald was an American football player and coach .
James A. McDonald served as the head football coach at Villanova College -- now known as Villanova University -- from 1895 to 1896 , compiling a record of 13 -- 7 .
James A. McDonald was an American football player and coach .