Kelley, Louis 2001-08-08

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Louis Kelley talks about his experiences as a high school football coach


General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Louis Kelley

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Date: August 08, 2001

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez

Length: 01:29:59


Abstract

Introduction, Background, High school sports, Positions played, Segregated system, New Mexico State University, College football, Struggling program, Dunbar High School, Coaching football, Effects of segregation, Integration of school district, Athletics program, Competitions, Rivalry games, Team philosophy, Respect for opponents, Exposure to opportunities, Benefits of travel, Provided meals for players, Competition, Effects on the community, Quality of teams, Successes in coaching, Coaching staff and players, Football games, Professional players, Relationship with coaching staff, Equality with staff members, Importance of family, Success of assistant coaches, Successes of players, Realization of goals, Achieving goals, Changes in the community, Effects of integration, Accepted by other coaches, Improvements needed on east side of Lubbock


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