Stan Standifer taught P.E. at Omaha Central from 1971-2003. He also coached football, girls volleyball, and girls and boys basketball. Stan grew up in OPS and was football star at UNO, even earning a roster invite from the Oakland Raiders before settling in to his career at CHS. Stan also served during Desert Storm with the US Navy Reserves. Coach Stan remains a positive memory for so many in the Central community! We know you'll enjoy hearing his story.

(2:02) an Omaha kid and football star

(9:40) The Autumn Wind: NFL dreams with the Oakland Raiders

(15:30) starting his teaching career at CHS

(20:52) great colleagues at CHS

(29:10) called up for Desert Storm 1991 with USNR

(39:45) being a mentor to young teachers in PE

(43:19) retiring in 2003 and life beyond

(48:15) What CHS means to Stan

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Host: Scott Wilson

Art: Beth Wilson

Music: Drew Ruchti

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