Shown with former University of Washington assistant coach Chesty Walker. Junior Coffey got his football career started at Dimmitt High School at a time when the country was in a segregation battle, but the young athlete, his coaches and teammates overcame the obstacles and he went on to make a name for himself not only in Texas, but also in collegiate and professional football.
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Inspiration for students can come from past DHS athletes, and Junior Lee Coffey was one of those who distinguished himself for Dimmitt High School in the late 50s and early 60s.
A legend to Dimmitt football, Coffey passed away on Aug. 30, though many may not remember the young black athlete, his...
