The head coach, Bobby Watson, was a friend of my family. He
had recruited me to to play basketball for Oral Roberts University where he had
coached prior to receiving the head coach position at the University of
Evansville. He sent a hand written letter to my mom and dad dated 12/12/77 that
was so kind and full of hope. He also included an autographed basketball
brochure of the U of E. The envelope containing the letter and brochure were
post marked 12/13/77. It may have been the last thing that Coach Watson ever
mailed. He was a dear friend and a great coach. He left behind a beautiful wife
and three daughters.
--Carleton Hurdle
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