King High School - Coronat Yearbook (Corpus Christi, TX)

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Whether for hobby or career Cecil Pryor (above) a 1965 King grad- uate, went with a four year scholarship to University of Michigan as a linebacker. Pryor has signed with the Green Bay Packers for the 70-71 season. Coach Wayne Kiser (below) stands poised for a return serve at sunset. King surfer (right) heads into the ocean for an early morning ride.

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King Takes Shape in ' 65, Moves Ahead into ' 70s I Principal Glen W. Littrell (above) helped King begin and has watched the school grow. John Thomason (below) was president of King ' s first Student Council, and also headed a steering committee composed of Tommy McCallester, Randy McManus, and Mike Witt. This com- mittee, with the help of Mr. James Schun- ke and Mr. Littrell, selected the class ring, the school colors, and the official mascot. John, now a senior at Baylor University, was selected to Who ' s Who of American Colleges both in 1968-1969 and in 1969-1970. Preparations jot ihe foundation of Richard King High School were begun in the summer of 1964. By the fu. ' of 1965 the building was completed and classes officially began. 264

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ki T4i -• i ' 1967 State Champs Won 32 - Lost 3 Champions . . . in spirit and achievement victory in state competition bringing recognition and pride First in accomplishment . . . the youngest Texas school ever to attain this honor Burt Hooten . . . Coach Jerry Funk . . . Mustangs 1967 . . . a combination of Dedication Determination Setting upon a goal and Succeeding ;.