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Hall of Honor

Joe Dean Tidwell

  • Class
    1950
  • Induction
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Joe Dean Tidwell (1947-49) enjoyed a solid three-year career earning all-league honors in each of his seasons at Hardin College.

Tidwell garnered first-team All-Texas Athletic Conference accolades at tailback in 1947 and 1948 before making the move to full back for his senior season in 1949.

He earned second-team All-Gulf Coast Conference honors while helping Hardin to its best season in school history as the Indians rolled to a 10-1 record and a mythical small college championship.
1948 All-Texas Athletic Conference (First Team)
1949 All-Gulf Coast Conference (Second Team)

Career Athletic Achievement Accolades

1947 All-Texas Athletic Conference (First Team)
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