McMurry University Athletics

Whether it was a football as a wide receiver or a baton in the track relays, Bobby Campbell was grabbed hold and ran with it!  The native of Moody, Texas, established himself as one of the best two-sport athletes in McMurry history.
 
On the football field, it was the Homecoming game of 1982 – during Campbell’s freshman season – that gave the best glimpse of what was in store.  With McMurry being shut-out by Sul Ross State, he caught a pass over the middle and raced 82 yards for a touchdown that ignited the home crowd and put his speed on display, and opposing defensive backs on notice. As a matter-of-fact, his first two catches at McMurry both went for touchdowns!
 
By the time Campbell was done with his football career, he had amassed 106 receptions – 14th on the all-time list.  He rolled up 1,791 receiving yards, which ranks #5 all-time in McMurry history. His average of 24.4 yards per catch, as a freshman in 1982, is also a school season record that still stands today!
 
He earned three All-Texas Intercollegiate Athletic Association honors in 1982, 1983 and 1985, earning 1st team accolades as a senior.
 
On the track, he was a part of back-to-back TIAA championship teams in 1984 and 1985, as McMurry beat out Tarleton State for the crown each year behind Coach Larry Shackleford.
 
Specializing in the open 400 meters, as well as both the 400 and 1600 meter relays, Campbell was a key cog in what was McMurry’s emerging track dynasty. For his part, he was an All-TIAA performer and an NAIA All-American each year.
 
In 1986, Campbell grabbed hold of the most important thing from McMurry: his bachelor’s degree in Physical Education.
 
In 1990, Campbell began a teaching and track coaching career that has spanned 24 years. Among his teaching/coaching assignments has been Temple, McGregor, Fairfield, Itasca and, currently, the Italy ISD.
 
Campbell’s teams have won a total of five district titles: two at McGregor, one at Fairfield and two with Itasca.