Friday Night Lights Characters Flashcards

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Author and Theme

Buzz Bissinger authored "Friday Night Lights," providing insight into life in Odessa, Texas.

Gary Gaines

Head coach of the Permian Panthers, criticized for being "too soft."
Must win the state title to secure his job.

Boobie Miles

Exceptional African American running back for Permian with dreams of Division I football.
Sustained a knee injury, leading to a season-ending surgery and subsequent departure from the team.

Mike Winchell

The quarterback for Permian, experienced personal loss with father's early death.
Did not receive recruitment offers post-high school, attempted walk-on at Baylor.

Jerrod McDougal

Utility defender for the Panthers, impacted by his family's financial struggle from the late 1980s oil bust.
Enjoys playing football out of a sense of obligation.

Ivory Christian

Talented middle linebacker with dual aspirations, torn between football and preaching.
Accepted scholarship from Texas Christian University.

Brian Chavez

Valedictorian and strategic defensive end for Permian, aiming for Harvard post-high school.
Later transitions to a legal career back in West Texas.

Don Billingsley

Running back known as a "rabble-rouser" who engages in drinking and fights.

Charlie Billingsley

Don's father, a former Permian running back, struggles with sobriety and has distanced from his son.

LV

Boobie’s uncle, who invests time in training him for football, fulfilling his unachieved dreams from youth.

Laurence Hurd

Influential black preacher in Odessa, known for opposing school segregation but faced legal troubles that damaged his reputation.

Aaron Giebel

Businessman profiled by Bissinger, who prospered during the oil boom and was affected by the resulting economic downturn.

Gary Edwards

High school player at Carter, recognized for his talent on both offense and defense.
Received a grade adjustment in algebra allowing him to participate in playoffs.

Will Bates

Gary Edwards' algebra teacher, responsible for an initial failing grade that was later amended, affecting football eligibility.

Chris Comer

Running back who steps up during Boobie Miles' absence, enjoying a breakout season.

Nate Hearne

African American assistant coach who played a role in encouraging Boobie Miles to remain with the team after his injury.

Trapper

Athletic trainer for the Panthers, critical of Boobie's commitment and mental toughness regarding injury.

Coach Belew

Assistant coach for the Permian Panthers.

Shawn Crow

Former Permian player who led the team successfully despite injury, faced challenges in college due to lingering effects.

Billy Winchell

Mike Winchell’s father, whose death in a work accident shaped Mike’s motivation to pursue football.

Lanita Atkins

Secretary at a local oil company and vocal liberal advocate, providing perspectives on the intersection of race and football in the community.

Willie Hammond Jr.

Prominent player whose details remain partially incomplete in the provided context.

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Test your knowledge of key characters from 'Friday Night Lights' with these flashcards. Learn about the author, the coach, and standout players who shaped the narrative in Odessa, Texas. Ideal for fans of the book and the series.

Friday Night Lights Characters Flashcards

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Questions and Answers

Who is the author of Friday Night Lights?

Who is the coach of the Permian Panthers?

What position did Boobie Miles play?

What happened to Boobie Miles during preseason?

What scholarship was Ivory Christian offered?

What was Brian Chavez's academic standing?

Who is Charlie Billingsley?

What was the profession of Aaron Giebel during the 1980s oil boom?

What did Don Billingsley do on weekends?

How did Billy Winchell's death affect Mike Winchell?

What role did Laurence Hurd fulfill in Odessa?

What was Will Bates's role in the academic rulings?

Who convinced Boobie Miles to stay on the team?