[1] As a senior, Hancock played both the tackle and end positions and kicked five field goals for the Hawkeyes.
He also won three letters in track with the Hawkeyes, capturing a title in the discus event at the 1925 Big Ten championships.
While working as an assistant at Marquette University, Hancock served as head coach of the ice hockey team for two seasons.
He originated the Mountain Intercollegiate Wrestling Association and proceeded to lead UNC to 30 consecutive conference championships.
The Butler–Hancock Sports Pavilion at the University of Northern Colorado was named in honor of Hancock and Pete Butler, baseball coach.