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Events & Appearances

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Speaking

John, despite limiting his speaking engagements since January of 2022, is invited to speak at numerous events and share his thoughts on various subjects including his Christian faith, football, and history.

Previous Events
and Videos

Highland springs men's breakfast

September 6, 2024

John spoke on September 6, 2024, to the Highland Springs Men's Breakfast group in Dallas.  His subject was "X's and Oh's" concerning his football coaching career and the current state of college athletics.  The history of the Texas A&M 12th Man was a key part of the speech. 

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World War II History Roundtable

January 24, 2024

John spoke on his Dad and the 36th Infantry Division in Italy 1943, in his speech titled, "The Mud, The Blood, The Beer: Italy 1943.” He also signed copies of his book, "A Private in the Texas Army."

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College Presentation

East Texas A&M University

​January 24, 2024

John was invited to discuss his experiences at East Texas State University, from 1967-1970, with students and members of the history department, headed by Dr. Sharon Kowalsky.  He later met with the Lions football team, head coach Clint Dolezel, and staff to highlight his previous 33 year coaching career. 

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Book Signing

October 19, 2023

John presented a speech, “Never Never Never Quit,” followed by a book signing for his latest book, "A Private in the Texas Army" at the HCGS Research Library.

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Live: TexAgs Radio

December 16, 2021

John Pearce guest-starred on a segment of the "TexAgs Radio" to discuss his latest book release of "A Private in the Texas Army" and his experiences as a player (1965-66) and coach (1989-91) at A&M.

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Listen from 1:00:00 to 1:22:51 to hear John's segment.

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For inquiries, collaborations, or to simply connect with John Pearce, please feel free to contact him through the information provided on this website.

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