Career
Nicholson was the eighth head football coach for the Abilene Christian University Wildcats located in Abilene, Texas and he held that position for six seasons, from 1956 until 1961. His coaching record at Abilene Christian was 28 wins, 30 losses, and 1 tie. As of the conclusion of the 2007 season, this ranks him sixth at Abilene Christian in total wins and 12th at Abilene Christian in winning percentage (483).
