Shannon, Pat 1976-08-06
Pat Shannon talks about his careers as an athlete and a high school coach in San Antonio.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Pat Shannon
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: August 06, 1976
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Interviewer: Steven Gamble
Length: 45 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Coaching history,
Background,
McMullen County,
Southwest Texas State University,
Coaching at Edison High School (San Antonio),
Players,
Recruiting,
Players,
College and professional football,
Discipline,
Players’ academics,
Integration in athletics,
Coaching philosophy,
Best players,
Best opponents.
Tape 1, Side 2: Administrative career,
Educational philosophy,
Coach and administrator,
Parallels,
Disciplinary measures,
Athletics as last frontier.
Range Dates: None Given
Bulk Dates: ?-1976
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