Background
Upshaw, Gene was born on August 15, 1945 in Robstown, Texas, United States. Son of Eugene and Cora Upshaw.
professional Football player association executive
Upshaw, Gene was born on August 15, 1945 in Robstown, Texas, United States. Son of Eugene and Cora Upshaw.
Bachelor of Science, Texas Agricultural and Industrial University, 1968. Postgraduate, California State University, 1969. Postgraduate, Golden Gate University, 1980.
Postgraduate, Lincoln University.
Player, Oakland Raiders, 1967-1982; player representative-alternate, NFL Players Association, Oakland, California, 1970-1976; member Executive Committee, NFL Players Association, Oakland, California, 1976-1980; president, NFL Players Association, Oakland, California, 1980-1983; executive director, NFL Players Association, Oakland, California, since 1983; partner, Gene Upshaw & Associations, Management Cons. Firm, Oakland, California, 1970-1978. Chairman of the Board NFL Players Inc., or Players Inc.
Member California Governor's Council Wellness and Physical Fitness. Member California Board governments for Community Colls. Former planning commissioner Alameda County, California, coordinator voter registration and fund raising.
Served with United States Army, 1967-1973. Member Alpha Phi Alpha.
Married Teresa Buich, 1986. Children: Justin Andrew, Daniel James;1 child from previous marriage Eugene III.