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Published: July 15, 2009
John Rohde: Former OU football coach Barry Switzer has heart of a king
JOHN ROHDE
For 36 years now, the Special Olympics have tugged at the heart of former Oklahoma football coach Barry Switzer .

That’s more than half of his 71 years on earth.

The amazement Switzer felt at the outset of his relationship has not wavered.

His heartfelt association with Special Olympics Oklahoma has long been appreciated. Further appreciation came Tuesday night when the Oklahoma Knights of Columbu...

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