Clark Shaughnessy (1892-1970) Coach, innovator. Shaughnessy is sometimes called the "father of the T formation" and the original founder of the forward pass. He modernized the obsolescent T formation to make it once again relevant in the sport, particularly for the quarterback and the receiver positions. 8 ¼” x 3” check, written and signed, “C. D. Shaughnessy,” in red ink, American National Bank and Trust Company, September 20, 1960, cancellations do not touch the signature.