He went on to Eastern Illinois University, where he lettered in football for three years, the amount of time it took Ellett to earn his degree.
At Eastern Illinois University he played quarterback primarily running the shotgun offense.
[2] In 2009 Ellett was recognized as the best athlete to have ever played a Jamaica High School by the Champaign News Gazette.
[5] On May 12, 2012, Ellett's former players from Hampshire High School held a banquet in his honor where he received several standing ovations for his efforts and compassion as a coach.
Doug Ellett followed in his father's footsteps as a high school teacher and successful coach.