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Show Football hiddi hti r Sat"rday f ba" 9ame and the brilliance of competition, hidden by the excitement of a colorful band, courageous cheerleaders and a frantic crowd, unnoticed by most, but respected by all, are the coaches of „ .... Ut°h' Gu'dino, but not pushing; leading, but not forcing; these men amb.t.ously constructed the body around the frame of a potent Redskin grid squad Each contest was a different challenge for Curtice and Co Each game demanded different strategy, varied line-ups, and additional confidence. The problems of the coaching staff were multiplied many times bv «nc.dents such as m,uries to key personnel. At the most crucial times, the Redskin ,t««V F° <<9p »k,fr?m- SU.ch s[tuatio«s P^ved the leadership of the Redskin staff For Pappy" Jack Curtice there was little to be desired in the way of associates. Proud to be helping Utah, these men inspired the Ute gridders through their ambitions and desires to have the real Skyline Champ at Uteville. Coach Curtice as the head coach was the epitome of competi! ...;on; His antics on the sideline, his profound knowledge of the gridiron and ability to lead, made "Pappy" Jack the popular coach the fans knew him to be Color characterized his appearance, spirit his motion. The won-lost column becomes a small criteria when speaking of overall achievement. More fundamental are those traits instilled in the team by the coaches which characterize strong individuals as well as strong teams. Ute coaches created this character; Ute character created teamwork; and Ute teamwork created Ute spirit. Summer- 132 |
