Days of Glory

And even when the glorious string he orchestrated came to an end, it was in memorable fashion.

On that cold night 44 years ago, as the bus carrying the disappointed youngsters made its way back to Abilene, hundreds of parked cars lined the final 15 miles of their homeward journey. Lights flashed and horns honked, not in salute to fallen teen heroes but, rather, in acknowledgment of their remarkable accomplishment.

Mark Graham

Glynn Gregory was a standout running back on the Abilene High School football team whose record for a winning streak was broken by Celina High.

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It is such wondrous moments, the now graying players of a bygone generation suggest, that the boys of Celina can look forward to.

Staff writer Carlton Stowers had to wait until his senior year at Abilene High to be part of a state championship. In 1960, he served as co-captain of the Eagles team that won the Class AAAA track and field title. To this day, he stays in touch with his former teammates and old coach.