Burley Lewis Bearden (August 28, 1917 – January 18, 1997) was an

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coach. He served as the head football coach at the

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from 1966 until 1970, compiling record of 27–24. In 1967, he led his team to victory in the Pecan Bowl, beating

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13–0. The school discontinued its football team after completion of the 1985 season. Bearden was born on August 28, 1917.

Head coaching record

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1917 births 1997 deaths Texas–Arlington Mavericks football coaches People from Mansfield, Texas People from Waxahachie, Texas {{1960s-collegefootball-coach-stub