Meyer, Dutch 1971-07-11
Former TCU coach Dutch Meyer reviews his career, mentions important coaches, and describes his coaching techniques and philosophy.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: "Dutch" Meyer
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: July 11, 1971
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Interviewer: Perry McWilliams
Length: 45 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Mentions factors he feels are necessary in building a winning team,
Playing football at Waco (1915-16),
Career as football player at TCU (1917),
Milton Daniels remembered as coach and benefactor to TCU,
Football workout described,
Coaching at a Fort Worth high school,
Girls’ basketball coaching experience recalled,
Philosophy of coaching and motivation,
Coaching staff and responsibility of organization explained,
Method of using captains in discipline,
Anecdote about dress rules on the TCU baseball team.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Tape 2, Side 1: Explains attitude toward training rules,
Discusses continuity in coaching philosophy throughout his career,
Relates social and technological changes in America to athletics,
Career highlights recalled,
Expresses need to "tone down" the opening pep talk for a big game,
Outstanding coaches in the Southwest named.
Range Dates: 1915-1971
Bulk Dates: 1915-1971
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