Former Mustangs' Legends Land in High School Hall of Fame

Running back Eric Dickerson, defensive lineman Harvey Armstrong selected for fairly new honor for high school players

Former SMU Mustangs running back Eric Dickerson wears a Pro Football Hall of Fame gold jacket during a press conference after signing a one-day contract to retire as a member of the Los Angeles Rams at Cal Lutheran University. / Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

DALLAS — At first glance, the press release wasn't that remarkable. Former SMU Mustangs Eric Dickerson and Harvey Armstrong are already in the SMU Hall of Fame and Dickerson in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Finding out this week they were the latest inductees into the High School Hall of Fame was surprising, because one would assume they were already there.

This is just the second class of inductees for the new Hall in Canton, Ohio, this weekend. That made a lot more sense because both of them played in the late 1970's and early 80's for the Ponies. Both were great high school players.

At Sealy High School in Texas, Dickerson was simply the best player in the nation in 1978 and chose SMU over basically every other school in the country. Armstrong was a year ahead of him out of Kashmere in Houston. He was somebody who clearly could fit what coach Ron Meyer wanted, getting players who could play in the NFL.

Both had solid careers with the Mustangs, winning Southwest Conference championships.

The National High School Football Hall of Fame is dedicated to honoring the legacy of exceptional athletes, coaches, and contributors in high school football. Their purpose is to not only celebrate their achievements but also to foster the growth of young talent and inspire the next generation. Through mentorship and educational programs, trade shows, film festivals, camps, 7-on-7 national championships, an enshrinement ceremony, and a charity golf tournament, they aim to create a comprehensive platform that enriches lives, promotes sportsmanship, and perpetuates the spirit of the game.

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