In an era dominated by men’s athletics, two trailblazers began a women’s sports program at Fayetteville High School. Bill began his coaching career in Fayetteville schools at the old Hillcrest Junior High (now Ramay) in 1964. From Hillcrest, he eventually landed at Fayetteville High School. Bill began the women’s track program at FHS. In 1976, he coached them to win the 4A State Meet after only a couple of years of existence. He was named the Arkansas Activities Association’s Women’s Track Coach of the Year. He was also a guest lecturer at the Arkansas High School Coaches Association All-Star clinic. Bill was the Voice of the Bulldogs as the broadcaster of all the football and basketball games. After retiring from coaching, Bill became an assistant principal, where he remained until retirement.

Carol was a physical education teacher and was the sponsor for the Peppers/ Cheerleaders. Carol began women’s basketball in 1971-72. She coached them to victory in the 4A state tournament. In 1977, she was named the West All-Star assistant coach for basketball. Carol began women’s gymnastics at Fayetteville High School in 1973-74. She was elected Outstanding Gymnastics Coach in 1977-78. Carol served seven years on AHSCA Girl’s State Athletic Committee, serving two years as the chairman. She served three years as Arkansas Activities Association representative on the National Federation of High School Association’s national rules committee for gymnastics. She also served as a guest lecturer at the Arkansas High School Coaches Association’s All-Star Clinic.

They have continued their love and support for FHS athletics, earning them the 2015 David Lashley Bulldog 6th Man Award. They have contributed a combined 102 years to Fayetteville athletics, and continue to support the program to this day. The wins and trophies are legendary, but their legacy of success was more than just on the court. They prepared their students for Life.