1937 Dr. Denton Cooley- walk-on – Holtin’s story

Doctor Denton Cooley

 In 2004, the 44,000-square-foot Denton A. Cooley Pavilion was dedicated. The facility is where both men and women practice on separate courts. When built, it was one of the best workout facilities in the country. All are torn down now!

This story is probably not for TSLN, but it is fascinating, and I thought you would enjoy it. Chuck played Tennis at UT..Distinguished alum, son-in-law of Denton Cooley. The Miricle baby is my son and daughter in laws nephew

Click on the link below for Holtin’s story

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