Most notably, he served as head coach at Rice University from 1972 to 1975, compiling a record of 15–27–2 in four seasons before resigning to enter private business.
[1] He spent four years on the Demon Deacon squad, protecting quarterback Norm Snead as tackle under coaches Paul Amen and Billy Hildebrand.
[2] Returning to Largo after graduation, he served as his alma mater's head swimming coach and assistant football mentor.
[3] After helping the Seminoles to a Gator Bowl appearance in 1967, Conover was hired by Y C McNease at Idaho.
[5] Known for his flamboyance, he brought a coffin onto the practice field to "bury" the Owls' mistakes during the 1973 season.