We're not thugs.' DALLAS As South Oak Cliff heads to the 5A state championships this weekend, many in Dallas are celebrating, but its also reminding a lot of people of David W. Carter High School, commonly referred to as Dallas Carter. He says the robberies were "a black eye for the community," but adds, "I think those who were around and are still around feel they got a raw deal - that the justice system extracted more than a pound of flesh from them.". Editor's note: Take a look back into The Dallas Morning News archives. Actors will portray well-known local figures, including former state District Judge Joe Kendall and now-state Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas. "I didn't have respect for the law at that time and now I look at life in a more humble way," said Campbell. Part of his beat was covering the Dallas Carter Cowboys, who are the subject of an ESPN documentary set to air this week ( What Carter Lost, Thursday 9:30 p.m. EST). Instead of going off to play for college teams,those players went to prison. ', "I ask them, 'Do you want children once you get grown? Published August 25, 2017. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. White High School; W.W. Samuell High School; Walnut Hill Elementary School; West Dallas STEM School Program at Pinkston; Whitney M. Young Jr. I think it shows football actually as the hedge, Muhammad says. "My kids are like, 'Dad, you know everybody.' HIGH SCHOOL: PERSONAL: Carter Saint Warren, born 1/19/99, is the son of Todd and Lynette Warrenhas one sisterhas two cousins who played college football: Darnell Carter, who was a linebacker at Virginia (2006-10), and Keith Lumpkin, . Reporters noted that another Dallas high school star in the early 1980s, Charles Washington, had his college career interrupted by a prison sentence but went on to graduate from college and be drafted by the Indianapolis Colts last spring. "They talk about that high school team that kicked everybody's ass," he says. 3 children killed, 2 hospitalized in North Texas domestic incident, At least 5 dead following year's first severe spring weather outbreak, 'Saving Private Ryan,' 'True Romance' actor Tom Sizemore dead at 61, Dozens killed, injured as Jakarta fuel depot fire engulfs neighborhood. This Reporter Wants To Bridge The Gap. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. They werent a bunch of cheap-shot chop-blockers either, as the movie would suggest. The huge amounts of devastation and loss experienced by Dallas Carters high school football program were only heightened by the UIL stripping the schools state title not long after the sentencing. 'When I compare you with a typical young offender who comes before me, you are especially without excuse,' Kendall added. Her media guide bio lists Derric as her father. He was in prison when two years of legal wrangling over his algebra grade ended with the University Interscholastic League stripping Carter of the state title. There's some debate as to whether that team is better . By Laura RiceDecember 22, 20159:45 amArts & Culture, Sports. Others reacted with joy because they believed young troublemakers had gotten what they deserved. State District Judge Joe Kendall ordered that an 11th youth be sent to a prison boot camp for young offenders. Full Bio. He joined the Houston Chronicle in 1990 after stints at the Dallas bureau of United Press International (1984-90), the Waco Tribune-Herald (1978-84) and the Tyler Morning Telegraph (1975-78). But its really the kind of movie that lets people know that you can make it if you try. Eva-Marie Ayala/Staff Writer, Dallas-set football drama 'Carter High' hits Netflix Novemeber, 2016, Former Carter High star football player Jessie Armstead reflects on the past, Carter High tackles Dallas teams woes head-on, Over two decades later, a chance for public redemption, Scandal taints memories of 'best ever,' the 1988 Carter football team, Robbery spree was 'just for kicks' for 1988 Carter football team, Former players on 1988 Carter football team tried to move on, but shaking past wasn't easy. It's a guaranteed story that will be told for generations, with a record that will be likely painted up on a water tower or on a city's welcome sign. I just have this ceiling. But eventually, retirement got him. He worked for a chemical company in Garland for six years. Hundreds of friends and relatives of the defendants wedged into a corridor outside the courtroom, and several began screaming and throwing their hands into the air after the sentences were announced. For the last year, he has worked on a soon-to-be-released book, Carter Boyz. Among those sentenced by state District Judge Joe Kendall were Parade magazine All-American defensive back Derric Evans, who was sentenced to 20 years on each of four armed robbery counts, and running back-defensive back Gary Edwards, who received three 16-year terms. Historical Coaches: Don Shula, George Halas, Tom Landry, Curly Lambeau. Test scores were among the lowest in the district and . Mayor: HISD has two optionsclose school or be taken over, Rare photos show 2 ocelots crossing South Texas road, Eric Gordon trade looking better and better for Houston Rockets, Willie Nelson pays lovely tribute to another country legend, This Texas Hill Country town is the new, cooler Fredericksburg, Hiker takes 'once-in-a-lifetime' photo at Brazos Bend State Park. Gaston Middle School; W.T. Only Gov. The lanky pass rusher recorded 85 tackles, 25 1/2 for losses, and 20 sacks over the past two seasons. ''In six months' time,'' the judge said Friday, the teen-agers ''committed more armed robberies than Bonnie and Clyde did in a lifetime. Russia's Lavrov laughed at after saying West started war in Ukraine. More recently its taken him as a high school football coach from Grand Prairie to Frisco to Mesquite. Nothing could deter the Cowboys on their way to winning the state championship that year. But, then again, I could be wrong. Carter High hits theaters here Oct. 30. In 1988, however, he was the sports editor for the Grand Prairie News. @Vol_Football. 2022 Football schedule for the Carter Hornets from Strawberry Plains, TN March 4 (UPI) -- China needs to increase its military budget to "fulfill its responsibility as a major country," a Beijing official said Saturday ahead of the nation's annual National People's Congress. He also coaches a youth league football team. The REAL 1988 Mojo from Friday Night Lights movie. You stay pretty busy. Health issues have slowed the 91-year-old down, but Russeau usually makes it to his Thursday night bible classes and the occasional fundraising gala. Copyright 2023 NBCUniversal Media, LLC. The 1988 Carter High School football team won that year's Texas state championship. In my eyes, I'd say we were the best ever," defensive back Gary Edwards told WFAA in 2013. Not just the best in Dallas or Texas, I would like to say we're the best team ever assembled.. References External links. Brad Townsend, Sports enterprise reporter, Mavericks and NBA. With ESPN's 30 for 30 documentary What Carter Lost screening Aug. 24, audiences are primed to remember the glory and scandal that surrounded Dallas Carter High School's football team nearly 30 years ago.The 1988 Carter football team was at the top of its game. He really missed being around students. "To tell you the truth, I'm just like I was in 1989," says Evans, 37. Before, she was a Research & Archives Associate and wrote about the historical happenings from the The News' archives. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Longtime Houston coach Ray Seals, whose Milby team lost 51-0 to Yates and who scouted the Cowboys in 1988, gives the nod to the Lions. Dawson, Texas. Over the years, he has been asked whether the more headstrong Evans coaxed him into the 33-day spree in which they committed four robberies together. Some, such as Tony Canadeo of Steinmetz, Vic Markov of Lindblom, Leo Nomellini of Crane, Pete Pihos of Austin and Hugh Gallarneau of Morgan Park, never made the Chicago Public League all-star list. "I'm proud of Gary. Gary Edwards, 17, a football player who played a prominent role in Carter's drive for a state championship, was sentenced to 16 years on three counts. Now, a new movie chronicles the teams against-all-odds rise and its steep fall. David W. Carter High School; Downtown Montessori at Ida B. When the ensuing trial was over, Edwards was sentenced to 16 years in prison. Anyone can read what you share. Example video title will go here for this video. But the long retired Russeau doesnt spend his time dwelling on the past. All of the once-incarcerated Carter players interviewed say their criminal records have presented obstacles, but Campbell has been the most affected. He hopes this new movie wont dwell on the robberies and the mistakes his teammates made as much as he says the first Friday Night Lights movie did. Sleva authored one of, if not the best, rebounding seasons in Raider history, pulling down a PSAC-leading 12.4 boards per game. In another, the boys robbed a Mexican restaurant for $11,000. To this day, former Principal Clarence C. Russeau insists Carter did nothing wrong in regards to the eligibility controversy. Just days after winning the state championship, a handful of Carter High players robbed a fast food joint. It was like, 'Hey, I'm down with you for whatever because I know you're down with me.' In the film, Thornton tells his team that to win state, they'll have to beat "a team of monsters" from Carter High School in Dallas (which they fail to do). The Cowboys captured the city with their talent as they fought their way through the regular season and the playoffs. "Some people probably were living their dreams through us. We try to tell our young kids now, the decisions you make are going to affect you a long time.. Bissinger for the 1990 book Friday Night Lights. 'Most of you have had religious and moral training, the opportunity for a decent education, and some of you have even been given by God athletic talent that would enable you to receive a free college education. 210 N Carter School Rd, Strawberry Plains, Tennessee | (865) 933-3434. Actor Charles S. Dutton definitely owned his role in the film and was very inspiring. The 1988 Dallas Carter High School football team is receiving some notoriety this week as ESPN's 30 for 30 about the team debuts Thursday. He went to the state semifinals in 1982 and 1990 and won the state title in 1988. UT And OU Want Out Of The Big 12. Among those sentenced was Derric Evans, 17 years old, an all-America defensive back last year at Dallas Carter High School who lost a full scholarship to the University of Tennessee. When the University Interscholastic League investigated a tip that Carter player Gary Edwards had not passed algebra, West said, the political atmosphere was one where this team was being done wrong because it was African-American.. Frankly, I was shocked, recalled West, who also represented Edwards in his criminal case. Get your Permian football updates by valid e-mail address. Boston College High School. The film featured Dallas' 1988 Carter High School football season. The film's director, Adam Hootnick, said he made the documentary because he felt the Carter story was never fully told. Not the racial tensions of the time. 1819 W. Wheatland Road, Dallas, TX 75232 (214) 932-5700. WHERE ARE THEY NOW - Chronicles life after Permian High School for past players and coaches. The 1988 Carter High School football team seemed invincible. Carter High School is really an afterthought in Friday Night Lights -- the evil, thug-like team that stole a championship. We always thought that, Wow this would be a great movie, somebody needs to make a movie about this,' Muhammad says. First published on August 16, 2017 / 9:40 PM. Its your choice.. Not an investigation into their leading scorers algebra grade. God has a plan for my life, and this is it.". "The embarrassment I caused to myself, my family, my church family, my coaches and the University of Houston, that was enough.". Thats been so long ago, almost 30 years. I want the younger audience to know that your decision that youre making right now can affect the rest of your life, Muhammad says. When Derric Damon Evans entered prison on Sept. 22, 1989, he left behind more than a rescinded college scholarship. Thats the reason executive producer Greg Ellis signed on. I've always thought that the presence of the late, great Johnny Bailey would have turned the tide in Yates' favor. Governor of Philippine province, 5 others killed in gun attack. : 1985 Yates vs. 1988 Dallas Carter, Dallas Carter 34, Dallas South Oak Cliff 7, (Penetrations tied 4-4, Duncanville led in first downs, 12-10), Bi-district: Dallas Carter 21, Plano East 7, Region semifinal: Dallas Carter 31, Lufkin 7, Region final: Dallas Carter 22, Marshall 18, State semifinal: Dallas Carter 14, Odessa Permian 9, State championship: Dallas Carter 31, Converse 14, DL Santana Dotson (1992-2001 - Buccaneers, Packers), RB Johnny Bailey (1990-95 - Bears, Cardinals, Rams), RB LeShai Maston (1993-98 - Oilers, Jaguars, Washington), LB Jessie Armstead (1993-2003 - Giants, Washington), DB Clifton Abraham (1995-97 - Buccaneers, Bears, Panthers), DB Derric Evans, Tennessee (pictured above signing his letter of intent in a hot tub), Went to Texas A&I and played six seasons in the NFL. To Hootnick, some of the story's unsung heroes are the parents who fought to keep the team in the playoffs. 1990 Football Roster; 1989 Football Roster; 1988 Football Roster; 1987 Football Roster; 1986 Football Roster; Search for: 1994 Ohio State Football Roster. Sentenced one by one, most of the defendants hung their heads as the judge ruled. "I really don't give a [expletive] what people say about me, whether it's true or false.". Dawson High School Bulldogs. So thats the story, the good and the bad. You know, they were middle-class kids, they had cars, they had all the clothes they want. All of us can think back to when we were teenagers and the decision processing of teenagers, Ellis says, that part of our brain is not fully developed until youre about the age 25.. Come out and support Carter High School Cross-Country!!! Evans, 44, who in 1988 was talented enough to be considered one of the nation's top high school defensive backs and flamboyant enough to sign his letter of intent while sitting in a hot tub in . In 18 years as the head coach at Yates, Booker compiled a 168-37-6 record and guided the Lions to 13 district titles, three state semifinal appearances and one memorable state championship in 1985. 'Derrick got five years. Ever, TCU alum and former San Diego Chargers running back LaDanian Tomlinson said in the same documentary. Please enter valid email address to continue. The documentary points out many inaccuracies in the ways the Dallas Carter story has been told over the years. "P.K., I'm so proud of you," the coach said. Garrick Williams, who attended DeSoto, is a redshirt freshman linebacker at Texas A&M. Actions have consequences, Kendall wrote. Millions of Texans have rare diseases. Filmmaker Adam Hootnick says, "For a lot of people, that's the top.". After looking this up it sure seems to be 100% accurate. During a phone interview, Evans says there is a reason he has rebuffed reporters since giving prison interviews to The Dallas Morning News in 1989 and 1991 and to author H.G. Right now to this day, we're still talking about that class, 1988 Carter quarterback Robert Hall told WFAA in 2013, when he was an assistant coach at Mesquite Horn. Not an investigation into their leading scorer's algebra grade. He was a tough disciplinarian who once reportedly dragged a student from a billiards hall back to school. Kendall, a former Dallas County prosecutor, lectured the 12 teenagers for 10 minutes before sentencing them for a string of 21 armed robberies committed last spring.
