Hart, Tommy 1976-08-04
Tommy Hart discusses his career as a sports reporter and his coverage of West Texas athletics, including those of Big Spring, in depth.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Tommy Hart
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: August 4, 1976
Location: Big Spring, Texas
Interviewer: Steven Gamble
Length: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Career in journalism,
35 years sports writing,
Viciousness in athletics,
Problems in coverage,
Problems of athletes,
College athletics,
Recruiting talent,
Talent in Big Spring Texas,
Dedication,
Pressure on Big Spring Texas,
Interpretation of reports,
Volunteer reporter,
Big Spring football (1930s),
Recruiting.
Tape 1, Side 2: Incentives,
Selling secret plays,
Big Spring athletics (1940s),
State finals,
San Angelo teams,
Big Spring team (1964),
Community support,
Football and basketball,
Racial competition,
Athletics (1960s),
Bill Warren, Big Spring player,
West Texas-New Mexico League,
Fan support,
Profits,
Cuban players,
Baseball (1950s),
Subsidizing games.
Tape 2, Side 1: Affiliations of Big Spring,
Working agreements,
Outstanding players,
Hart’s duties at baseball games,
Warren Hassey’s sports reports,
Track,
Coach Red Louis track,
Basketball,
Outstanding basketball coaches,
Harold Davis,
Howard College basketball.
Tape 2, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1920s-1976
Bulk Dates: 1920s-1960s
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