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Participation in college football in the deep South was analysed using race as the primary factor. Integration of college athletics had first occurred in the Southeastern Conference a decade prior to the season from which the data were taken. Comparisons of the participation of blacks and whites by position were made to explore theories of stacking, centrality and other issues suggested by previous studies. This study showed some of the same positional characteristics found in previous studies but also indicated changes may be taking place. Ana lysis of the size of the home towns from which the players were recruited was made to investigate demographic factors related to the source of talent. Expe rience was examined in relation to the team success in terms of the season won- lost record. Almost half the players were from home towns of less than 30,000. Experience seemed to influence success but could not be considered a major factor.

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Race,Home Town and Experience as Factors in Deep South Major College Football

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