Gene Stallings Honored with Johnny Stallings Award for Service to Special Needs Community

Celebration of Coach Gene Stallings

• 🏈 Legendary football coach Gene Stallings was honored at the Dallas Country Club, joined by former classmates, colleagues, and friends.
• 🏆 The event celebrated Stallings' many years of service and contributions to the community.

The Stallings Awards

• 🏅 The Stallings Award was presented to Oregon head coach Dan Lanning for his excellence as both a football coach and a humanitarian.
• 🌟 The Johnny Stallings Award, given annually in honor of Gene's late son John Mark who had Down Syndrome, recognizes individuals dedicated to helping those with special needs.

Surprise Presentation to Gene and Ruth Stallings

• 🎁 In a surprise to many, including themselves, Gene and Ruth Stallings were the recipients of the Johnny Award.
• 💖 This recognition highlights their more than 60 years of community service, including their involvement in developing the Rise School for Children with varying abilities.
• ✅ The Stallings are described as incredible people who epitomize the spirit of the Johnny Award through their lifelong dedication.