Ky Ebright

Carroll M. "Ky" Ebright (March 20, 1894 – November 25, 1979)[1] was a revered coach for the University of California, Berkeley crew.

[2] Ebright remained at the University of Washington after graduating and was an assistant coach there through the 1923 season.

[4] During his tenure, the Cal Bears men's varsity 8 (8+) won the following events: Olympics IRA Championships – National Title In 1956, Ebright was inducted into the United States Rowing Hall of Fame.

In addition, four of his varsity boats have been inducted: According to friend and interviewer Arthur Arlett, Ebright was small of stature (befitting a coxswain) and was affectionately nicknamed "The Little Admiral".

In 1996, Gregory Peck, one of Ebright's former students, donated $25,000 to the rowing crew in honor of his coach.