1940
The Bobcats Get Their Name
A difficult season, but a permanent identity: Greenbrier students officially choose the Bobcat mascot.
Head Coach: Joe Henry Carter
1-983 PF · 240 PA
In May 1940, Greenbrier students voted “Bobcat” as the official mascot — a nickname that has endured ever since.
The football season itself was a difficult 1–9, making the birth of the Bobcat identity the lasting milestone of the year.
Greenbrier finished 1-9 under Joe Henry Carter. The preserved schedule accounts for 83 points scored and 240 allowed across 10 games.
The largest win preserved in the season ledger was 13–12 over Barren Plains.
Brier Vault media
No season-specific video folder has been located yet.
No season-specific video folder has been located yet.
Additional research / photo lead
Research source preserved in the archive ledger — no public direct link.
Research source preserved in the archive ledger — no public direct link.
| # | Opponent | Score | Result | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Hill | 0–30 | L | |
| 2 | Orlinda | 7–15 | L | |
| 3 | Rogersville, AL | 0–12 | L | |
| 4 | Adams | 0–20 | L | |
| 5 | Coopertown | 6–24 | L | |
| 6 | Orlinda | 14–27 | L | |
| 7 | Barren Plains | 19–27 | L | |
| 8 | Barren Plains | 13–12 | W | |
| 9 | Cedar Hill | 15–48 | L | |
| 10 | Cross Plains | 9–25 | L |