TLSN is proud to announce that the Austin-based law firm MBFC (Minton, Bassett, Flores, & Carsey) will sponsor podcast Season II hosted by Chris Doelle with special commentary from Professor Larry Carlson. More information to follow.
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So watching T.V on Monday night, I received a phone call from Dr. Jesse DeLee, an Orthopedic surgeon in San Antonio, Texas.
He said Ragan Gennusa sent me your article on the genealogy of Longhorn quarterbacks, and I think I can help you with some of the quarterback names you are missing before the DKR years. AND HE DID!!! Horns up to Dr. DeLee’s passion for Longhorn sports history. All of his additions have been added to the link at
I now need to find photos to associate with the names.
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Dr.Jesse DeLee
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O.U. quarterback and defensive back Darrell Royal
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AND A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT
The Red River Rivalry
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I am sure that DeLee will probably call me on this one also.
Researching the history of the Texas-O.U. rivalry was easier than the history of Longhorn quarterbacks, but still, there were challenges. The site still needs some work, but it is good enough to publish.
If you want to share Input about the Texas-OU history, please email Billy Dale at Williamdale@msn.com.
Below is a Red River rivalry story that will bring a smile to your face.
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1947 • NO. 3 TEXAS 34, NO. 15 OKLAHOMA 14
This is Bud Wilkinson’s first game against Texas.
Darrell Royal intercepts a Bobby Lane pass, but there was a penalty flag on the play, and the interception was negated.
Known as the “Sisco Game” by O.U. fans in honor (or dishonor) of referee Jack Sisco, The game turned on a disputed play as time expired in the first half with the score tied at 7-7.
Texas quarterback Bobby Layne’s handoff to halfback Jimmy Canady bounced to Layne, who pitched it to Randall Clay, who ran for a touchdown. O.U.’s head coach claimed that Clay’s knee touched down, but Referee Sisco disagreed. As Texas pulled away in the second half, O.U. fans threw bottles and cushions onto the field and hanged Sisco in effigy after the game.
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In 1992, Texas tennis head coach Jeff Moore’s team compiled a season record of 25-4 and reached the NCAA National Championship finals. While College tennis, like golf, is inherently dependent on individual performance, team spirit is still an essential part of the winning formula.
Susan Gilchrist, and Vickie Paynter, were the nucleus of the 1992 team. Out of high school, The elite college tennis schools passed over both. At Texas, both Susan and Vickie, driven by internal and external motivation, proved the “elite” schools wrong.
The Horns upset Stanford to advance to the NCAA finals. Texas broke Stanford’s 53 match home win streak and their string of five consecutive national titles. The victory was heralded as one of the biggest upsets in college sports that year.
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Coach Moore saw tremendous potential in Vickie and offered her a scholarship because of the “fire in her belly.”
Vickie was the first to get revenge, beating the #2 Stanford seed in the NCAA tournament.
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Coach Moore also believed in Susan Gilchrist. The coach said, “Susan is aggressive to the net approaching the game like a skilled surgeon.” “Her lefty serves are precise, and she can hit volleys with an exquisite touch.” Coach Moore was correct on all counts, including a “skilled surgeon.”
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THE ART OF GIVING BACK -HORNS UP!
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Walt Disney Said, “If You Believe In A Thing, Believe In It All The Way, Implicitly And Unquestionably.”
One Of TLSN’S Goals is to inform readers of links to organizations created by or for a qualifying Longhorn who believes implicitly and unquestionably in incorporating a compassionate component into their charity.
TLSN gives horns ???? up to
Johnnie Johnson, Working Exes for Swimming, NFL Austin Chapter, Michelle Williams Adamolekun, Charlie Craven, Sam & Emmanuel Acho, Tina Bonci (deceased), Cole Pittman (deceased), Tommy Nobis (deceased), Brian Robison, and TLSN. Each is giving back blessings received.
The Link to Giving Back is at:
Below are two examples of giving back from former Longhorn student-athletes.
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04.13.2021 | Football
Football’s Johnson to receive 2021 Bronko Nagurski Legends Award
The Longhorn Legend was a two-time consensus All-American at Texas and an All-Pro performer in the NFL.
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Moving Families Foundation
Moving is difficult for anyone, especially for young children. The Moving Families Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that focuses on helping improve the lives of family members by providing them access to character and life skills development activities, high-quality education, and protection for the entire family during periods of transition and change in their lives, specifically when they move or relocate. A specific focus is placed on children ages 19 and younger and college students of all ages.
Johnnie Johnson President and CEO World-Class Coaches 800-314-7713 www.movingfamiliesinitiative.com www.worldclasscoaches.com
“OUR Number One Priority – YOU Achieving Your Goals” Johnnie Johnson.
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Michelle Williams Adamolekun
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Michelle was the recipient of a full scholarship in the sport of Track & Field from 1989 – 1993 and the Earl Campbell Scholarship in 1992 at the University of Texas at Austin. She was a member of the NCAA Indoor National Championship team in 89-90 and – a member of the 4×100 relay team that won the NCAA Outdoor national championship in 1991.
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The Reggae Girlz Foundation (RGF) mission inspires, educates, mobilizes, develops, and supports the next generation of young female soccer players in Jamaica.
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TLSN is an independent organization celebrating Longhorn Sports History and assisting qualifying Horns who need temporary financial assistance.
The TLSN website and newsletter are free, educational, historical, and insightful, sharing Longhorn sports history through the eyes of those who created it.
Texas Legacy Support Network is not associated with the UT Athletics Department or any organization closely aligned with UT.
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