Garland Sports Hall of Fame

1997 Inductees

Elaine Baker	Elaine Harwell Baker, assistant to the Athletic Director of the Garland Independent School District for more than a quarter of a century, is recognized by her induction into the Garland Sports Hall of Fame for her achievements in the Garland Schools ... (more)
Aurel Bittle	Aurel Bittle was a multi-sport athlete for Garland H.S. in the mid 1940s whose achievements brought him and his teams extensive recognition. Aurel's prowess in baseball greatly contributed to the Garland Owls winning the championship of the Dallas Co... (more)
Dr. Byron Landress	Dr. Byron Landress has completed a half-century of service as the team doctor for the Garland High School varsity football team, and his volunteer service is recognized by his induction into the Garland Sports Hall of Fame. Soon after Dr. Landress mo... (more)
Byron Willis	Byron D. Willis played 23 errorless games for Baylor University in 1961, handling 200 chances flawlessly. In 74 times at bat, he had 23 hits, for a .311 batting average; batted in 11 runs, and scored 16 runs. Byron was co-capital and first baseman of... (more)