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Steven M. Sipple: Describe Bill Moos? 'Competitive as hell' with a 'big imagination,' he says

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Moos emphasizes a critical person in his childhood, Dave Mcwhirter, his fifth and sixth grade teacher in Edwall. Mcwhirter introduced sports into young Bill's life, and Moos became fascinated with intricate details. Details like this: No digits on a basketball uniform can be higher than five because referees have to use their hands to let the scorer’s table know who committed a foul.

The Imagination of Bill Moos, 6.7
When Nebraska athletic director Bill Moos was 10 years old he created his own imaginary high school athletics program: The Eloy Broncos. He created every aspect associated with the Eloy Broncos -- rosters, uniforms, schedules, names of players, coaches, opponents, leagues, even radio announcers.