The Tex Kassen Story

We human beings come into this world with very few abilities. As we develop, we require education and learning on various levels, the most elemental of which is physical. We require someone to teach us to swim; we need someone to show us how to run, to catch and throw and work our minds. Those are the jobs that fell to “Doc” Tex Kassen, who taught thousands of individuals the skills required to swim, to run, throw, catch, and more. He also taught mathematics, physical education, first aid and lifesaving—even survival; he coached tennis, football, baseball, basketball, and is currently past ninety and still working as a bench official at University of Texas Longhorns’ football games. One only needs to spend a little time with Tex Kassen to realize he is a gentle soul of perfection. He is personable and honest. His attitude is pure optimism, and he concerns himself with the wellbeing of his fellow human beings; he is empathetic, sympathetic and encouraging. And he is an untiring worker helping individuals and organizations, and finding time for his family. If educators were canonized, there would be a day for Tex Kassen on every calendar in the land. He’s just that kind of person. Includes over 85 photos.