Champion of the Barrio: The Legacy of Coach Buryl Baty book author Gaines Baty and Bryan Broadcasting’s assistant sports director Zach Taylor discuss the tragic yet inspiring life story of 1940’s Aggie all-star quarterback, Detroit Lions draft pick, and 1950-1954 El Paso Bowie High School head football coach Buryl Baty.
Baty played an important role in Texas A&M football history, and stood at the forefront of the fight against racial discrimination. Decades later, Baty’s legacy continues to thrive and proliferate future generations.
Gaines Baty discusses events that led him to tell his father’s fascinating story, and shares some interesting anecdotes.