About the Guest(s):
Kelly Marinero and Paul Hunt are former high school football players who played for Elkhorn City High School in 1964 when the team won the Kentucky state single A football championship. Kelly was a senior fullback and defensive back, involved heavily in both offensive and defensive plays. Paul, a sophomore at the time, was a reserve player who contributed to the team's success by playing multiple roles given the small roster size.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Kentucky Sports Memories, host Gary Fogle takes us on a nostalgic journey back to 1964 when Elkhorn City High School in Pike County, Kentucky, claimed the state single A football championship. Despite the school's closure due to consolidation, the memories of this victory remain vibrant in the minds of those who were part of it.
The discussion uncovers the intriguing details of Elkhorn City's unique offensive strategy—the side saddle single wing—and the rare and effective implementation that led them to a victorious season. Featuring insights from Kelly Marinero, the episode delves into the personal experiences and memories that, even after 60 years, are tinged with moments of personal triumph and regret. Paul Hunt offers valuable reflections on the advantages and challenges of playing for a small school, celebrating the close-knit team spirit and versatility that were crucial to their success.
Key Takeaways:
Elkhorn City High School's 1964 football team used its unique side saddle single wing offense to win the state championship.
Kelly Marinero, a senior player, shares personal memories of playing both offense and defense and discusses the emotional impact of a notable fumbled play during the championship game.
Paul Hunt provides perspective on the advantages of playing for a small school, including the diverse roles players had to adopt due to a limited roster.
The journey highlights how the coach cleverly tailored tactics to fit their team's unique skill set, which played a critical role in their championship victory.
Notable Quotes:
"As far as I know, I've never seen anybody else use it at that time." - Kelly Marinero
"I remember things that I messed up on that particularly when they were photographic images presented in the paper that was pretty devastating." - Kelly Marinero
"If you were called on to play on offense, you went and played offensive, you was called on play defense, you went and played def." - Paul Hunt
"You always think about them, but you don't pull them out as much anymore." - Kelly Marinero
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