Pattison, C R 1972-08-16
C. T. Pattison, former Lubbock High coach, recalls his coaching career with emphasis on his work in Lubbock. He expresses attitudes toward changes in athletics.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: C. R. Pattison
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: August 16, 1972
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Neil Sapper
Length: 1 hour
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Review of coaching career,
Business experience,
Naval experience,
Dennison and Wichita Falls positions,
Lubbock record, 1948-53,
Lubbock-Amarillo rivalry described,
Financial support of Lubbock High football program,
Lubbock population characterized,
Success of Lubbock football program examined,
Pattison’s football and educational ideology,
Discipline imposed by peers in Non-Dissipation Club,
Repetition used in skill development,
Specialization of athletes,
Lubbock High uniforms described,
Offensive play techniques,
Attitude toward defensive play.
Tape 1, Side 2: Recruiting techniques,
Individual participation policy,
Coaching staff recalled,
Psychological effects of defeat,
Playing for state championship, 1951,
Freedom allowed players in games,
Individual athletes recalled,
Cultural changes applied to athletics,
Mothers’ Club organized, 1948,
Summary of changes in athletics,
Lubbock Quarterback Club,
Work at Vernon, Texas,
Lubbock’s interest in football,
Climatic influences on boys,
Mass media coverage of games,
Use of game films,
Ring presented to Pattison on 20th anniversary of 1951-52 championship.
Range Dates: 1940-1971
Bulk Dates: 1948-1953
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