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Indianettes of Port Neches-Groves HS--the First 22 Years
Indianettes
cheerleaders and original indianettes--1951
These are pages from the 1952 War Whoop, which include the Cheerleaders and the original Indianettes from 1951. Also included on the pages are Judge Brad Burnett's mother Jackie Hebert (a cheerleader), and Buck's mother Irene Ford and Buck's sister Jimmie Lou. The Indianettes pictured at the bottom of the page, L to R, are Paula Sory, Thomasine Ward, Patsy Cox, Doris Davis, Beverly Rogers, Shirley Jones, Latretta Young, and Jean Babb.
Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
(Note Irene Ford's written message to her daughter Jimmie Lou)
Photos from 1951
original indianettes
original indianettes
original indianettes
A picture of the eight original Indianettes of 1951: (Front, L to R) Beverly Rogers Hawk, Doris Davis Bailey, Jean Babb Cowles. (Back, L to R) Paula Sory Lee, Thomasine Ward Jones, Patsy Cox Jones, Latretta Young Walker, Shirley Jones Havard. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails. of Victory podcast!
indianettes, 1951
original indianettes
original indianettes
The Original Indianettes of 1951:
(L to R) Thomasine Ward, Beverly Rogers, Patsy Cox, Latretta Young, Jean Babb, Shirley Jones, Doris Davis, and Paula Sory.
Hear about the Indianettes of 1951 on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
1951 indianettes
original indianettes
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
This is a of seven of the eight original Indianettes of 1951: (Front, L to R) Jean Babb Cowles, Doris Davis Bailey, Paula Sory Lee. (Back, L to R) Patsy Cox Jones, Latretta Young Walker, Shirley Jones Havard, Beverly Rogers Hawk. (Not pictured Thomasine Ward Jones). Hear about the OG Indianettes of 1951 on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
These pictures submitted by Latretta Young Walker show the Indianettes of 1951 posing in their uniforms at the old Port Neches High School campus on Main Street. Hear Latretta talk about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
pics from latretta young walker
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
pics from latretta young walker
Latretta Young Walker shared these pictures of the 1951 Indianettes in uniform taken on the old Port Neches High School grounds on Main Street. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
school pics 1951
Pics from Latretta Young Walker
pics from latretta young walker
The Indianettes of 1951 pose in pants, boots, and letter jackets in front of the old Port Neches High School on Main Street. This picture comes from the personal collection of Latretta Young Walker, one of the original Indianettes. Hear about the taking of this picture, and about the origin of the Indianettes, on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
latretta young walker's school pics
latretta young walker's school pics
latretta young walker's school pics
This is not a "dress up like the 50s" theme day. THIS IS AN ACTUAL PICTURE FROM THE 1950s! This picture, from the personal collection of Latretta Young Walker, shows the original Indianettes of 1951 posing in pants and letter jackets and having fun as Indianette girls are known to do. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes of Port Neches-Groves High School on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
home of the 1951 indianettes
latretta young walker's school pics
latretta young walker's school pics
In 1951, Port Neches High School (Groves was not yet included in the name) was located on Main Street. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indianette History
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
Irene Ford submitted this account of the origin of the Indianettes for publication in the book Down Trails of Victory: The Story of Port Neches-Groves High School Football by Jon Buck Ford. Hear about Irene Ford's submission of this document, and the author's decision to publish it, on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (Page 1)
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 2
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
Irene Ford submitted this account of the origin of the Indianettes for publication in the book Down Trails of Victory: The Story of Port Neches-Groves High School Football by Jon Buck Ford. Hear about Irene Ford's submission of this document, and the author's decision to publish it, on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (Page 2)
"the marching i"--Frank gioviale
"origin of the indianettes"--irene ford, page 1
"the marching i"--Frank gioviale
"You can't have the Marching I without the Indianettes!"--Victoria Beryl Allen on Down Trails of Victory podcast. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes, and their link to the traditions of PN-G, on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (Document submitted by Frank Gioviale for publication in the book Down Trails of Victory: The Story of Port Neches-Groves High School Football by Jon Buck Ford)
original indianettes, 2001
original indianettes, 2001
"the marching i"--Frank gioviale
In 2001, the Indianettes celebrated their 50th anniversary with a reunion at PN-G High School. Above is a picture of seven of the original eight Indianettes along with their first sponsor, Irene Ford. Hear all about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (L to R)--Shirley Jones Havard, Thomasine Ward Jones, Jean Babb Cowles, Irene Ford, Patsy Cox Jones, Latretta Young Walker, Doris Davis Bailey, Paula Sory Lee.
5 generations
original indianettes, 2001
5 generations
Latretta Young Walker's Indianette legacy spans five generations: (L to R) Alysia Young Jackson, D'Anna Young Seward, Kristi Young Huffstatler, Beth Guidry Terrell, Latretta Young Walker. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
family affair
original indianettes, 2001
5 generations
Irene Ford left a family legacy of love for the Indianettes. Her daughter Jimmie Lou was an Indianette officer, and her son Buck wrote about the origin of the Indianettes in his book Down Trails of Victory: The Story of of Port Neches-Groves High School Football. This picture was taken at a book signing at the Port Neches-Groves High School library in 1994. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianette directors, 1951-1974
indianette directors, 1951-1974
indianette directors, 1951-1974
Indianette directors during the Indianettes' first 22 years were Irene Ford, Peggy Dockery, Jan Martin Braswell, Phyllis Larrabee, Ann Monzingo, Judy Massey Childress, Rebecca Swafford Waker, and Carol Jones. Hear our guests talk about their Indianette directors on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianette directors, 2001
indianette directors, 1951-1974
indianette directors, 1951-1974
This picture of Indianette directors was taken in 2001 at the Indianettes' 50th anniversary reunion. Hear about the Indianette reunions on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (L to R--Dana Larue, Cortnie Moerbe Schexnaider, Laura Solis, Rosie Einkauf, Irene Ford, Lynne James, Yvette Primeaux Turner)
indianette directors, 2021
indianette directors, 1951-1974
indianette directors, 2021
Picture submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Cortnie Moerbe Schexnaider taken at the 1921 reunion, with the caption, "What an honor to share the director title with these amazing ladies. Happy 70th birthday, Indianettes. (Left to right: Yvette Turner, Dana LaRue, Alicia Barnett, Cortnie Schexnaider, Lynne James, Rosie Einkauf and Laura Solis)" Hear about the Indianette's first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Irene Ford
first director
student of camille long
dance was in her soul
Irene Ford (1920-2008) was the first sponsor of the Indianettes. She had background in, experience in, and a love for dance. Hear about the Indianettes' first director on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
dance was in her soul
student of camille long
dance was in her soul
This is a picture of Irene (far left), and shows that, as a young girl, she had a love for dance. Hear about Irene Ford's love for dance on Down Trails of Victory podcast! (photo taken from Irene Ford's photo album)
student of camille long
student of camille long
student of camille long
Irene took dance lessons from Camille Long, who later as Camille Long Hill, wrote books on dancing, was a choreographer for the Houston Ballet, and served as president of the Texas Association of Dancing. Here, as Irene Olsen, she was promoted as a featured performer in a Camille Long School of Dancing recital.
loved adagio
the indianettes' first sponsor
student of camille long
Here Irene poses in an adagio duet with her partner, and husband, Lewis Ford. This photo was taken some time in late 1940s-early 1950s. Hear about Irene Ford's love of dance on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Into her 40s
the indianettes' first sponsor
the indianettes' first sponsor
This picture was taken in the early 1960s. Once again, her husband Lewis Ford was her adagio partner. Hear about the Indianettes' first director's love of dance on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
the indianettes' first sponsor
the indianettes' first sponsor
the indianettes' first sponsor
"I want the Indianettes and their supporters to know, that when Frank Gioviale asked Irene Ford to be their first sponsor, they got gold. They got someone with background, experience, and a love for dance. The Indianettes were founded in purity, truth, and love."--Dr. Jon Buck Ford. Hear about the Indianettes' first sponsor on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
1962, 1969, 1972
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
This is a picture of the Indianettes of the 1962-63 school year. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
1962-63 indianettes
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
This picture is taken from the 1963 War Whoop of the Indianettes of 1962-63. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
the indianettes of 1962-63
Indianettes, 1962-63 school year
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
This picture is taken from the 1963 War Whoop of the Indianettes of 1962-63. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
The Indianettes of PN-G for the 1969-70 school year. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
INDIANETTES OF 1969-70
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTES, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
The Indianettes of 1969-70 carried on the Indian tradition. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
INDIANETTES, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTES, 1969-70 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTES, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
The Indianettes of PN-G for the 1972-73 school year. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
INDIANETTES OF 1972-73
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
The Indianettes of 1972-73 continued the legacy of the PN-G tradition. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
Indianette officers for the 1972-73 school year were (Maiden names, L to R) Sabrina Dalby, Sis Comeaux, Debbie Jines, Vicki DeCuir, Vicki Meents, Debbie Rials, Bonnie Coburn, and Shally Laurents. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indianettes 1972-73
INDIANETTE OFFICERS, 1972-73 SCHOOL YEAR
Indianettes 1972-73
This picture of the Indianettes of 1972-73 was published on the Indianette Alumni Facebook page, and was submitted by 1972 Indianette Director Carol Jones. Hear about the Indianette Alumni Facebook page, and about Indianettes' first 22 years, on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indian Band
frank gioviale, Band Director 1951
albert long, band director 1961-1981
albert long, band director 1961-1981
Frank Gioviale was the band director in 1951. It was then he asked fellow teacher Irene Ford to form a dance team to perform with the band. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes of Down Trails of Victory podcast!
albert long, band director 1961-1981
albert long, band director 1961-1981
albert long, band director 1961-1981
Albert Long succeeded Frank Gioviale as band director in 1961. He served in that position until 1981. Hear about the Indianettes' relationship with the Indian Band on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indian band, 1972-73 school year
albert long, band director 1961-1981
indian band, 1972-73 school year
This is a picture of the 1972-73 Indian Band taken from the 1973 War Whoop. Hear about the Indianettes' relationship with the Indian Band during their first 22 years, and also about Indian Band directors Frank Gioviale and Albert Long. Also, do you see anything unusual about this picture of the Indian Band? Find out the answer, on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Pics from the Facebook Alumni Page
jane burton, fall 1952
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
doris hemphill webb, 1953, 1954
Jane Burton, a 1954 graduate, was an Indianette in the Fall of 1952 when this picture was taken. We know this because the Indianette uniform changed dramatically in 1953. The picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Maxine E Gibson, Jane's daughter. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
doris hemphill webb, 1953, 1954
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
doris hemphill webb, 1953, 1954
Doris Hemphill Webb, a 1955 graduate, was an Indianette in the fall 1953 and 1954. Notice the significant change in the Indianette uniform. In Dr. Buck Ford's book Down Trails of Victory: The Story of Port Neches-Groves High School Football, band director Frank Gioviale gave this account of the uniform change: "Then D. T. Craver came as Superintendent. He came from the school where they had the Apache Belles--not the Rangerettes--the Apache Belles. They used to come out with their skirts out, and that's what he wanted. I thought about it. I said, 'I'm no dancer or anything like that, but I'm sure the girls will like it.'" This picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by her daughter Kay Block-Bourghs. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
Eva LeBlanc Frederick, a 1956 graduate, was a junior Indianette in the Fall of 1954 when this picture was taken. The picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Michele Frederick Guilbeau, Eva's daughter. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes, 1958
3 generations of indianettes
eva leblanc frederick, fall 1954
Indianettes of 1958, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Frankie Jeter. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
3 generations of indianettes
3 generations of indianettes
3 generations of indianettes
Three Generations of Indianettes, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Gina Fondren Sexton with the caption, "Honor, Pride, Tradition! 3 generations of Indianettes and hoping to make it 4!!
Winnie Stelly Fondren c/o 1959; Gina Fondren Sexton c/o 1981; Lindsey Castille c/o 2007, Laura Campbell c/o 2011, Kaycee Castille c/o 2029." Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes, 1965
3 generations of indianettes
3 generations of indianettes
Indianettes 1965. Submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebok page by Elaine Berwick. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1968
parade, fall 1968
parade, fall 1968
Indianettes of 1968, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Colleen Zorn Bevins. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
parade, fall 1968
parade, fall 1968
parade, fall 1968
Parade, Fall 1968. (L to R) Indianette Director Rebecca Swafford Walker, Sheila Girouard Boyd, and Edna Zorn; Indianette behind Mrs. Walker is Patti Fore. This picture was posted on the Indianette Alumni Facebook page, and was submitted by Edna's daughter Rebecca Zorn Bevins. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1970
parade, fall 1968
indianette camp, 1971
Indianettes of 1970, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by 1970 Indianette Director Carol Jones. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianette camp, 1971
Indianette application, 1973-1974
indianette camp, 1971
Indianette Camp, 1971. Submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Charmaine Allred. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indianette application, 1973-1974
Indianette application, 1973-1974
Indianette application, 1973-1974
Indianette application for 1973-1974, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Ann McAdams Brown. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1973
Indianette application, 1973-1974
Indianette application, 1973-1974
Indianettes of 1973, submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by 1973 Indianette Director Carol Jones. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indianette Reunions
50th reunion, 2001
60th anniversary reunion, 2011
fifty years of indianettes
In 2001, the Indianettes held a reunion to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Attending the reunion were seven of the eight original Indianettes, along with the group's first director, Irene Ford. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
fifty years of indianettes
60th anniversary reunion, 2011
fifty years of indianettes
This picture from the 2001 reunion was published on the Indianette Facebook Alumni page, and was submitted by Ann McAdams Brown. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
60th anniversary reunion, 2011
60th anniversary reunion, 2011
indianettes--60 years of tradition
In 2011, the Indianettes held a 60th anniversary reunion with activities coinciding with the football team's Homecoming game. This newspaper article was written by podcast guest and former Indianette officer Victoria Beryl Allen. Hear about the Indianette reunions on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes--60 years of tradition
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
indianettes--60 years of tradition
In 2011, the Indianettes celebrated their 60th reunion. On the bottom row of the stands, decked out in purple shirts, are some of the original Indianettes, along with 1951 mascot Jimmie Lou Ford. Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Original indianettes--60th anniversary
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
Five of the original Indianettes were honored at the group's 60th anniversary reunion held in 2011. Pictured here are (L to R) Thomasine Ward Jones, Jean Babb Cowles, Paula Sory Lee, Doris Davis Bailey, and Latretta Young Walker. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
original indianettes plus mascot--2011 reunion
This picture was taken at the 60th anniversary reunion, and features five of the original Indianettes, along with the group's mascot, Jimmie Lou Ford. Pictured (L to R) Jean Babb Cowles, Doris Davis Bailey, Jimmie Lou Ford, Latretta Young Walker, Thomasine Ward Jones, and Paula Sory Lee. Hear about the origin of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
carol jones in the building
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
Former Indianette director Carol Jones (1970-74) was a popular person for photo ops at the Indianette 60th anniversary reunion in 2011. This picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Jennifer Roy Guidry with the following caption: "Belinda Wright Foulk (1971 Miss Jr. Showmanship), Mrs. Carol Jones (our director) , and Jennifer Roy Guidry (1971 Miss Senior Showmanship)....thanks Mrs. Jones!" Hear about the first 22 years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
This picture was taken of Indianette seniors of the Class of 1970 at the 60th anniversary reunion. The picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Gayle Apperson Ingram, with the following caption: "Senior '70 Indianettes (back row) Teresa, Shelia, Kathy, Becky, Carol, Kay and Colleen. (Middle row) Tam, Diane, Carol, Pat. (Front row) Judy and Gayle." Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1971--2011 reunion
indianettes 1969--2011 reunion
indianettes 1971--2011 reunion
This picture was taken of Indianette seniors of the Class of 1972 at the 60th anniversary reunion. The picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Denise Bray Hensley, with the following caption: "From left, Jesslyn, Denise, Debbie, Lisa, Rachel, Janet, Cyndy, Becky, Barbara, Belinda and Charmaine. Not for sure who is behind Belinda. We also had Pam, Theresa, Candy, Myra and Dottie there from our class. Perhaps more." Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Indianettes 1973--2011 reunion
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
indianettes 1971--2011 reunion
The Indianettes of 1973 got together for a group shot with 1973 director Carol Jones during the 2011 60th anniversary reunion. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
70 years of indianettes, 2021
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
In 2021, amidst the Pandemic, the Indianettes celebrated their 70th anniversary with ceremonies at Indian Stadium. Hear stories about the early years of the Indianettes on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
indianettes 1970 and '71--70th anniversary
This picture was taken of four Indianettes from the Class of 1972, and one Indianette from the Class of 1971, at the 70th anniversary reunion in 2021. The picture was submitted to the Indianette Alumni Facebook page by Jamie Simon Schexnaider. (Pictured L to R) Martha Boles Gobert, Barbara Jobe Phillips, Julie Beaugh Abshire, Jamie Simon Schexnaider, Gale Roy Osborne, and 2021 Indianette Director Cornie Schexnaider. Hear about the Indianettes' first 22 years on Down Trails of Victory podcast!
Purchase Down Trails of Victory
Down Trails of Victory, published in 1994, is a classic whose prose will forever be fresh. Currently in its second printing, its first printing sold out in six weeks!
Included in Down Trails of Victory are:
- Extensive commentaries by coaches and players, many of whom have now passed on, but whose voice forever lives within the book
- Complete narrative history of every season, 1925 - '93
- Chapter covering the origins of several Indian traditions, including the Indian Spirit, Indianettes, the Fight Song, Cherokee, and the Marching I
- Over 500 pages (including Acknowledgements and Foreword)
- Over 325 photos
- Over 65 manuscripts and documents
- Comprehensive player, coaches, and cheerleader rosters
- Much, much more...
The games, the rivalries, the great victories, the heartbreaking defeats, the heroes, the opponents--they're all here. Discover how it was from the players and coaches themselves. Open the book, and take a fascinating journey with them--Down Trails of Victory!
The Podcast Team
Dr. Jon Buck Ford--Host
Buck is a 1973 graduate of Port Neches-Groves High School. He has written two books pertaining to SE Texas history: On the Wings of Eagles: The Story of Stephen F. Austin Football 1979 - 1988, and Down Trails of Victory: The Story of Port Neches-Groves High School Football. Buck retired after 40 years in Texas Public Schools, as an English teacher, coach, assistant principal, principal, and superintendent. He enjoys spending time with his wife Wanda Carole (Wrinkle), playing the piano, traveling, and researching genealogy.
Judge Brad Burnett--Podcast Partner
Judge Brad Burnett is a 1973 graduate of Port Neches-Groves High School, His career includes previous positions as a real estate broker, and as a plant manager at US Intec. Judge Burnett has devoted his life to serving Southeast Texas. He served three terms on the PN-G ISD school board, before his election as Justice of the Peace of Jefferson County Pct. 7, a position he has held since 2002. Judge Burnett is active in many community organizations, and is in constant demand as a speaker for civic, school, and church groups. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Teresa (Lee), and has three "awesome" grandkids. From the book Down Trails of Victory, "(Brad) was a constant encourager throughout the years as I worked on the book. He believed in me and my dream, and his support gave me confidence in myself. He attended many of the panel interviews with former players, and we had a continual dialogue over the years about the status of the book. ...Thank you, Brad," page ix. --Dr. Jon Buck Ford
Wanda Carole Wrinkle Ford Producer
Wanda Carole Wrinkle Ford was born in Mamou, Louisiana, and lived in Southeast Texas for 40 years. She graduated from Lamar University in Beaumont as a Registered Nurse in 1990. She is multi-talented with a diverse background and range of experiences. In addition to being a song writer and award-winning photographer, she also served as publisher and editor of the best selling book Down Trails of Victory, without whose help the book never would have been written. Wanda Carole specializes in wildlife photography, enjoys traveling, gardening, helping her friends and family, genealogy, playing the piano, and undertaking new challenges.