University of North Texas Athletics
North Texas Athletics Hall of Fame
Johnie Riola
- Induction:
- 1998
- Class:
- 1941
As the quarterback of the Eagles in 1939 and 1940, Johnie Riola led North Texas to Lone Star Conference titles both seasons.
He was selected to the all-conference team both years, and in 1939 was voted to the Little All-America squad.
He later became head coach at Waco High School, where he guided the team to a state championship in 1948.
He was selected to the all-conference team both years, and in 1939 was voted to the Little All-America squad.
He later became head coach at Waco High School, where he guided the team to a state championship in 1948.
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