John Willis Hollister (October 21, 1869 – March 8, 1950) was an American college football player and coach.

[7] In the fall of 1894, Hollister took time off from his legal studies to accept a position as physical director and football coach at Beloit College.

The subsequent appointment of John Hollister as the first physical training instructor and coach began a rich athletic tradition at the College.

"[4] After serving the 1894–95 academic year at Beloit, Hollister returned to the University of Michigan to complete his legal education, receiving an Ll.B.

After completing his legal studies, Hollister became the head football coach at the University of Mississippi in 1896, leading the team to a 1–2 record.