About Van Tiffin
Van Leigh Tiffin (born September 6, 1965) is an American former professional football player who was a placekicker in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide. == Early life and education == Van Leigh Tiffin was born in Tupelo, Mississippi. He lived in Red Bay, Alabama, and attended Red Bay High School, attracting notice for his football ability. == College career == Tiffin attended the University of Alabama where he was the Alabama Crimson Tide's primary placekicker from 1983 to 1986. He holds the school record for longest converted field goal, with a successful 57-yard attempt against Texas A&M in 1985. He held the school record for converting 135 extra point attempts until his son, Leigh Tiffin, broke it in 2009 by one; Van never missed, however, going 135 for 135, while Leigh required 142 attempts. Tiffin's most notable kick came in the 1985 Iron Bowl against in-state rival Auburn. His 52-yard field goal lifted the Crimson Tide to a 25–23 victory as time expired. It has become part of Alabama lore, known mainly as "The Kick." In 1986, Tiffin was named a first team All-American by Scripps Howard.
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