Mike Leach spent a career advancing the game of football by introducing Air Raid concepts. Over 21 seasons, he won 158 games with teams at Texas Tech, Washington State and Mississippi State.
He also gained a cult following for his whimsical humor, regularly going “viral” on social media for off-the-wall responses in interviews. He was as likely to ramble on about politics, wedding planning or hypothetical mascot fights as he was to answer questions about his team’s offense.
Personal Life
Before she met her husband, Mike Leach, Janeen had a life filled with travel, food, movies and thrill-seeking. She was also a physician.
The couple had four children, Janeen, Kimberly, Cody and Kiersten. They met while attending Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah.
After college, Leach attended Pepperdine University and studied law but later realized he didn’t want to be a lawyer. Instead, he began coaching.
At Texas Tech, he coached a team that reached the top two in the country in 2008. He had an 84-43 record and was a national coach of the year finalist.
But he was fired in 2009 after an allegation of mistreating a player. He still hasn’t forgiven that incident.
Throughout his career, Leach gained a cult following for his pass-happy offense and wide-ranging interests. He wrote a book about Native American leader Geronimo and was fascinated by pirates. He also taught a class about insurgent warfare. And he was known for his rambling, off-the-cuff news conferences.
Married Life
Janeen Leach Clark was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas, and completed her undergraduate degree at Brigham Young University. She went on to attend medical school at Texas Tech, and completed a family medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center. She currently works part time as a physician at Wellstar Health Park in Vinings, Georgia.
She and her husband Mike Leach, the current head coach of Washington State University, have been together since college. They have four children, a son and three daughters. In the past, they’ve moved around a fair bit for his coaching gigs — Utah, Oklahoma, Kentucky and Texas. But a move to the state of Mississippi in January 2020 is a big one for the Leachs, and it certainly seems like a good fit. With the move comes a new challenge and an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on their kids’ lives, which is what they’re all about. Hopefully, they will find their footing as they navigate the challenges and opportunities that come with this transition.
Children
Janeen Leach Clark is a self-described “family physician by day” and “part-time mom by night” who has four small children. She is also a proud member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and an active volunteer at Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Smyrna, GA.
The biggest challenge for her is juggling work, play and family while managing chronic health conditions like hypertension, diabetes and obesity. She tries to get the most out of each day by staying fit, eating healthy and spending time with her husband and three grandchildren.
Her favorite pastimes include reading, writing and learning about her new surroundings. The best part is being able to share them with her loved ones. The latest additions to her family are a granddaughter and a great-granddaughter. She is a proud mom who is a true advocate for her family and community. The most important thing she can share with her family is her heartfelt gratitude for their support.
Education
Janeen Leach Clark is a doctor who specializes in family medicine. She is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Vinings, GA.
In her spare time, she enjoys reading books, traveling, and watching movies. She also loves cooking and baking, but her favorite pastime is spending time with her children.
A native of Lubbock, Texas, Janeen graduated from Brigham Young University and attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She later went on to get her medical degree from Texas Tech and finished a residency at Atlanta Medical Center.
She worked at Wellstar Cobb for about a decade before becoming a stay-at-home mother. She has four small children at home.
Throughout his coaching career, Leach was criticized for his off-the-field activities. He was an avid traveler, wrote a book about Native American leader Geronimo, had a passion for pirates, and taught a class on insurgent warfare.