Harris, Jack 1975-07-16
Jack "Sleepy" Harris recalls his football career as both a player and a coach in Breckenridge, Texas. The effect of football and other sports on the individual as well as the entire community is discussed.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Jack "Sleepy" Harris
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: July 16, 1975
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Interviewer: Neil Sapper
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Personal history and career summary,
Recollects high school football in Breckenridge,
Coaches and community pointed out as cause of
success,
Community support discussed,
Building of the football stadium recalled,
Importance of "selling" the players,
Rebuilding of West Texas State University football team with Joe Kerbel,
Recruiting players,
Motivating today’s athlete compared to yesterday,
Coaches of today and yesterday compared,
Eck Curtis of Breckenridge recalled,
Effect of football program on entire school,
Football season at Sharyland High School where he is
currently principal,
Football spirit compared to other sports,
Financial aspects of football,
Women in sports discussed,
Co-ed P. E. programs,
Effect of football and sports on his own life,
Football’s effect on all players in relation to school,
Sports and self-discipline discussed.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: ?-1975
Bulk Dates: ?-1975
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