Author's Biography
Gerald Brence has written three novel books. Ox in the Culvert is historical fiction about a disgraced Texas Ranger who guards a stagecoach on a treacherous journey to San Francisco during the California Gold Rush. Agent 49 is also a historical fiction story about one of the greatest crimes in American history. The 70-30 Split, is in its fourth printing. Brence taught high school English for nine years. During that time, much of his focus centered on teaching high school students many of the classic American novels. He went on to become the head football coach at Plano Senior High School for 16 years. The Wildcats won the Texas 5A state championship in 1994. Brence was named the Texas coach of the year in 1993 and 2005. Currently he is the district athletic director for the Plano Independent School District. He resides in Plano, Texas with his wife, Elizabeth. Brence's second novel is tentatively scheduled for release in early 2015.
Gerald Brence has taught high school English for years. Much of his focus during that time has been on classic novels. Eventually, he became the head football coach at Plano Senior High School. The Wildcats won the state championship in 1994, and he was named the Texas Coach of the Year twice. After serving for 13 years as the Plano District Athletic Director, Brence started his writing career. His first novel, Ox in the Culvert, is historical fiction about the California Gold Rush. It tells the story of a disgraced Texas Ranger who guards a stagecoach on a treacherous journey to San Francisco.. Agent 49 is also historical fiction about one of the greatest crimes in American history. It chronicles a true story of how the blueprint of the atom bomb was passed from America to the Soviet Union. Old Money is a tale of three young boys in Eastern Kansas who take on the town bully. What was fun and games as kids becomes life and death when they reach adulthood. The 70-30 Split is Brence’s own humorous account of his experience as a high school football coach in Texas. He tells the inside story on the ups and downs of the Lone Star State’s favorite game. After retiring in 2019, Brence went back to his roots teaching high school literature and coaching football at McKinney Christian Academy. He resides in McKinney with his wife, Elizabeth.
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” ― Dr. Seuss
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Print length: 348 pagesLanguage: English
Publication date: November 23, 2019
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.78(d)
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Publication date: January 15, 2024
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Publication date: October 31, 2023
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Print length: 170 pagesLanguage: English
Publication date: March 2, 2014
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NFF Gridiron Club of Dallas Hosts 15th Annual Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet
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NFF Gridiron Club of Dallas Hosts 15th Annual Scholar-Athlete Awards Banquet
In addition to recognizing seven influential people in amateur football, the chapter also honors five collegiate and 40 high school scholar-athletes.
NFF Gridiron Club of Dallas Scholar-Athlete
The Scholar-Athlete of the Year and a $2,500 college scholarship were awarded to Cooper Peach from Arlington High School.
Scott Murray Community Service Award
Joshua Palma, of Plano East High School, was the recipient of the Scott Murray Community Service Award and a $1,000 college scholarship, for his dedication to serving others.
Army Black Knight Award
The Army Black Knight Award and a $1,000 college scholarship were presented to Xavier Richmond of Western Hills High School in Fort Worth by former Army veterans, Ryan Brence and Join Voit.
Steve Hatchell NFF Extra Mile Award
Abdi Hernandez, of West Mesquite High School, was presented with a $1,000 college scholarship and the inaugural Steve Hatchell NFF Extra Mile Award, named for the president and CEO of the National Football Foundation.
Passion Grants Award
The inaugural Passion Grants Award and a $2,500 college scholarship were presented to Drew Noonan of Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas for his essay regarding his passion to help others.
Collegiate Scholar-Athletes
The NFF Gridiron Club of Dallas recognized five collegiate scholar-athletes at the awards banquet. Collegiate candidates were selected from universities around north Texas based on their athletic accomplishments, academic performance, and leadership in the community.
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