Willie Hector facts for kids
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| Position: | Offensive guard |
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| Born: | December 23, 1939 New Iberia, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Mill Valley (CA) Tamalpais |
| College: | Pacific |
| NFL Draft: | 1961 / Round: 5 / Pick: 60 |
| AFL draft: | 1961 / Round: 10 / Pick: 80 (by the San Diego Chargers) |
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Willie Hector, Jr. was an American football player. He was born on December 23, 1939. Willie played as an offensive guard. He played for the Los Angeles Rams in the National Football League (NFL). He was also part of the Calgary Stampeders in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
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Willie Hector's Early Life
Willie Hector grew up in Mill Valley, California. He played high school football at Tamalpais High School. In 1956, he was recognized as one of the best players in Northern California.
College Sports Career
Willie Hector went to the University of the Pacific. There, he played both football and track for the Pacific Tigers. He was a talented athlete in track and field.
Track and Field Achievements
Willie competed in many track events. These included the hurdles, high jump, long jump, and the 100-yard dash. In 1961, during his senior year, he was named Pacific's Outstanding Track Athlete. Later, in 2001-2002, Willie was honored by being added to the Pacific Athletics Hall of Fame.
Professional Football Journey
Willie Hector was chosen by two different professional football leagues. This happened in the 1961 drafts.
NFL Draft Selection
The Los Angeles Rams picked Willie in the fifth round of the 1961 NFL draft. He was the 60th player chosen overall. He played twelve games for the Rams during the 1961 season.
AFL Draft Selection
The San Diego Chargers also drafted Willie. They picked him in the tenth round of the 1961 AFL Draft. He was the 80th player selected in that draft.
Playing in Canada
After playing for the Rams, Willie moved to Canada. He joined the Calgary Stampeders in the CFL. He played for them from 1962 to 1963. He played one game in 1962 and five games in 1963.
Coaching Football
After his playing career, Willie Hector became a coach. He returned to his old high school. He was the head football coach at Tamalpais High School. He coached there from 1965 through 1968.
Willie Hector's Family
Willie Hector's love for football continued in his family. His sons and grandson also played the sport.
Sons Who Played Football
Willie's sons, Zuri and Byron, both played football. Zuri was a defensive back for the USC Trojans. Byron played football for the Cal Golden Bears.
Grandson's Football Success
Willie's grandson, Ayden Hector, was a highly-rated player. He was a four-star prospect in the class of 2020. Ayden played at Eastside Catholic School in Sammamish, Washington. In his junior year, he was named to the Class 3A all-state high school football team. This was after his team, the Eastside Crusaders, won the WIAA 3A State Championship.
