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Benny Nelson
All-State Team
Year
Class
Position
Team
Source
1958
3A
B
3rd
BPH
1958
3A
B
HM
MA
Awards
Year
Award
Position
Class
Source
1958
All-Star Game
DB
Sr.
Born:
High School: Huntsville
Position: Defensive Back
Height/Weight: 5'11" / 170
Senior Season: 1958
College: Alabama
High School Bio:
Nelson was named All-Tennessee Valley Conference, Thom McAn Athletic Award. He also participated in basketball, track, and swimming. He played varsity football three years, shining on offense and defense. As a senior, he intercepted eight passes, totaled 14 touchdowns and, against Athens, rushed for 174 yards.
Great Moments in Alabama High School Football History
Parrish scored a record 77 points in a playoff game against Cedar Bluff in 2001. The Tornados were shutout the following week 19-0 by Courtland.