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JON COUNCIL LARRY JACKSON TEDDE JACKSON DENNIS MULLENS TONY SOFTLI ROSIE STEINHAUER RICHARD WARREN LUCKY WEBSTER
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Jon Council was enthralled with football from the moment he saw some older kids on their way to practice wearing full uniforms and helmets. That was at a local Seattle area city park playing field in 1961, Jon was 5 years old.
As a child, he and younger brother Brian, along with neighbor friends started playing street football where sidewalks on either side of the road marked the sidelines, and various driveways and manhole covers signaled first down markers.
Typically there were no time limits to the contests held in those urban gridiron settings.
Streetlights illuminated their makeshift stadium and coin tosses over who got to be Johnny Unitas or Bart Starr were standard fare. Late into the evening those games would extend only concluding when mom would yell out to call it a day and to come in for the night. The winner determined by who was leading at that moment.
Those early beginnings set the stage for an obsession for playing football that lasted until about 1990. And after his playing days concluded, he remained active as a coach at the High school level in Southern California until 2004.
Jon played for Ballard High in Seattle’s Metro league where he served as a free safety and was a kickoff coverage player and return man for kickoffs and punts.
It was during his high school play during the early 1970’s that he was coached by N.W. college and semi-pro quarterback Bob Cason.
Cason, who had set several NCAA collegiate records for passing and spent time in the NFL with the then Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys, knew his playing time would be minimal because it was unrealistic to think he’d unseat Billy Kilmer or Roger Staubach.
Cason wanted to actually play vs. sitting on the bench, so he opted to do that with the Seattle Cavaliers semi-pro program.
After graduating in 1974, Jon returned to his Alma mater the following year as an assistant coach for the Beaver’s program for several seasons.
Cason and Council would reunite again when in the summer of 1978 they ran into each other at a Seattle sports field complex and Jon, who was rarely without a football, started tossing it back and forth with Cason.
During that impromptu workout Cason suggested that Jon should consider trying out for the Cavaliers.
That invite resulted in earning a spot with the Cavs just a few weeks later. Once again free safety, punt & kickoff coverage and return man duties were his role.
Jon, who absolutely loved football, the camaraderie of the team and just pure fun of competition simply couldn’t get enough of it.
Throughout his semi pro playing days which extended to 1988, he also participated in intramural flag league programs to cram in as much football as possible. During those years it was common for him to play in as many as three flag games per week with as many separate teams, as well as one weekend game in the NW semi-pro ranks.. and that didn’t include practices.
By 1984 a new semi-pro team entered the N.W. league. The Bellevue, or Eastside Express
promised to shake-up the league by compiling a coaching staff made up of recent NFL players like Pro-bowler Richard Harris, Ron Howard, Eddie Macmillan, Steve Meyer, Dave Kraayeveld, Don Testerman and others.
In 84’ the Express conducted an NFL style columbine which attracted well over 500 hopeful participants.
The allure to possibly play under those coaches and with the degree of talent gleaned from over 500 players was too much to ignore so Council
left the Cavaliers and attended the columbine.
He made the cut and played with the Express their inaugural season and remained with the team until his retirement in 1988.
During his tenure with the Express, Council played in the defensive backfield, and offensively as quarterback.
Additionally he filled in as a punt and kickoff returner.
Through all of it.. the grueling practice sessions, endless drills, the countless passes both thrown and caught.. the elation of games won, the gut-wrenching sorrow of others lost.. it was always the relationships and friends made through common sacrifice and dedication to each other.. being part of the team that Jon Council appreciated most.
Special recognition-awards
Cavaliers Rookie of the year 1978
Cavaliers defensive back of the
year 1979
Cavaliers inspirational award 1980
Cavaliers Capt. 1980-83
Eastside Express inspirational award 1984
Eastside Express Capt 1985-86
Cavaliers head coach Elmo Hudgens used to say that “Jon Council was the second best athlete to ever come out of Ballard High school, and that everyone else was tied for first….
And also that Cavs running back Jerry Carson was small… but he was slow” ….Classic!
Football… there’s little else better.
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WALLA WALLA / SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
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"Larry Jackson, born on December 23, 1959, in Seattle, WA, is a former football player, accomplished Special Education Teacher, and dedicated coach.
Jackson's passion for sports began early on, and he pursued his love for football and track throughout his life. For three decades, he has been a dedicated coach, influencing the lives of high school students on and off the field.
In addition to his coaching career, Jackson has made a significant impact as a Special Education Teacher in the Seattle public school system. With unwavering dedication, he has supported and uplifted students with special needs, positively transforming their educational journeys.
Jackson's commitment to fostering growth and success extends beyond the classroom. As a coach, he has motivated and mentored numerous athletes, instilling in them the values of teamwork, discipline, and determination. His guidance has helped his teams achieve remarkable success and create unforgettable memories.
When he's not on the field or in the classroom, Jackson enjoys staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. He finds solace in exploring the great outdoors, reading, and spending quality time with his family.
Larry Jackson's journey embodies the true spirit of dedication and perseverance. Through his coaching and teaching careers, he has left an indelible mark on the lives of his students and athletes, shaping them into confident individuals ready to take on the world." Larry has one son,Alonzo Jackson.
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GRAYS HARBOR / UNIVERSITY LOUISVILLE
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I was a Jr college all American in 75 from Grays Harbor where I then attended Louisville on a scholarship finishing my college career. I had a brief stint with Green Bay played only three preseason games ending with a hamstring injury in three places which ended that part my playing career.
Started playing with the cavaliers in 1979 then went to the Express.
1979 then went to the Express Played in 1984 for the Bellveue express one of the top receivers on the team other receivers Keith Richardson and Larry Jackson CalvinYarbrough and Quarterback was Mike McCurdy1985 played for the Eastside Express they changed the name but the same team still a top receiver on the team I became a mentor for the younger players
1986 played my final season with the express was a starter all three seasons number two receiver on the teams ran punts back played running back on certain plays had at least 5
Touchdowns every year
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To date I have officiated football for 44 seasons. White hat for 38 of them seasons .Reffed Semipro football for 25 years. 2002 Referred the 4 A high school finals as the white hat Retired from Semipro in 2006 after I work the National semi finals game. Worked playoff games for over 40 years worked the semipro finals 15 times as the white hat . July 2 1990 refereed the first Russian/American football game in the Tacoma dome . I am currently refereeing high school Football Varsity/ High School Basketball & High school Fast pitch .
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WALLA WALLA / UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
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I started out cheerleading in college, I cheered for a year and during my last year I saw an advertisement for a Cheerleading coordinator.
They were looking for someone to put together a cheerleading team for their Semi pro football team in the Renton area.. This team was the Southside Warhawks. I put together a team of women with tryouts and had a solid team of 5. I stayed with the Warhawks for a couple years until they moved down to the Vancouver area. These were great days with the Jacoway family, I adored Randy, Debbie, their 3 small kids and the team..
After they decided to move, a couple players and myself decided to go talk to Ron Baines, owner of the Pierce County Bengals to see if they wanted a couple players and bring over a cheerleading team to the Bengals. During my time with the Bengals I was asked on various occasions to switch teams throughout the years but my heart was always with the Bengals. I cheered with the Bengals for 5 years. I loved the team spirit, the competitiveness and the Baines family. Many fundraisers, signs for the players to run through, traveling to away games...7 years involved within the semi pro football organization ended up being some of the best years of my life. I have taken friendships and memories with me the last 30+ years that will last me for a lifetime. You have to live it, to feel it.
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