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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1982

Page

20

Bear Bryant Influences a Nation of Coaches

Associated Press recalls Bear Bryant's impact on peers and protegees. Lacewell recalls Bryant's presence and mentorship while Pell, Phillips, Kinkaid, and Robinson reflect on his reforms and recruiting. The piece notes Bryant's role in integrating Southern football and shaping modern coaching through adaptation and personal influence.

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Devine Says Perkins Will Handle Bryant Legacy

Dan Devine, former Packers coach, says Ray Perkins will face pressure and intangibles replacing Bear Bryant at Alabama. He notes Perkins must stabilize the program, manage Bryant’s legacy, and start with a strong schedule and solid record. Devine cites his own career path and emphasizes discipline and winning as keys.

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Sweetwater Tops Lake View in District Opener

Sweetwater 61 Lake View 55 as Earl Carrington 20 Randy Elder 10 and John Vandiver 17 lead the win. Lake View’s Jerry Horn 26. Sweetwater improves to 6-4 and 1-0 in District 2-4A while Lake View drops to 1-7 and 0-1. Sweetwater hosts Fort Stockton Friday.

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