Archie Allen

Archie Patrick Allen was an American college baseball coach, serving primarily as head coach of the Springfield College team from 1948 to 1978. He also managed the United States and Netherlands national baseball teams.

Playing career

After 3 seasons as an outfielder at Springfield College, Allen played professionally for the Norfolk Tars, Binghamton Triplets, Scranton Red Sox and Tulsa Oilers.

Coaching career

After coaching in high school, Allen joined John Bunn's coaching staff at Springfield College.

Post-coaching career

In 1983, Allen served as commissioner of the Cape Cod Baseball League, a collegiate summer baseball league in Massachusetts.