GUS MUTSCHER NAMED BUCCANEER BACKER OF THE YEAR

Former House Speaker recognized for his support of student athletes

 

The Buccaneer Backers have recognized Gus Mutscher with their Backer of the Year Award for his tireless support of the Blinn College athletic department.

Blinn Athletic Director Scott Schumacher presents the Backer of the Year Award to Gus Mutscher.
Blinn Athletic Director Scott Schumacher presents the Backer of the Year Award to Gus Mutscher.

The newly-created award will annually recognize a member of the Buccaneer Backer Club who demonstrates dedication to student athletes.

Mutscher, a Brenham High School and Blinn College graduate, was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 1960 at the age of 28 and served as Speaker from 1969-72. He was appointed Washington County Judge in 1976 and spent the next 14 years pursuing an agenda of administrative and judicial modernization.

An avid supporter of Blinn College athletics, Mutscher was a two-year letterman for the Blinn baseball team from 1951-52.

In 2012, the Buccaneer Alumni Lettermen’s Association recognized Mutscher with its “Pride, Honor and Dedication” (PHD) Award.

The Buccaneer Backers were formed to raise financial support and awareness for all the athletic programs at Blinn College. A modest contribution of $100 helps the Buccaneer Backers provide aid in funding postseason travel, equipment and facility upgrades. Last season, the Buccaneers won the volleyball, cheer and dance national championships, women's basketball reached the Elite Eight at the NJCAA championship tournament and the baseball team placed fifth at the Junior College World Series.

For more information on the Buccaneer Backers, visit www.buccaneersports.com or call 979-830-4170.

(Story & photo courtesy: Brooke Conrad, Blinn Information)

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