OL Price Gym

The O.L. Price gymnasium, erected in 1957, held significant importance within both the O.L. Price school and the Taylor South East side community. Throughout the 1960s, the gym hosted lively sock hops and memorable dances featuring renowned R&B talents such as Joe Tex and Millie Jackson. Moreover, it served as the epicenter for the Golden Gloves Taylor, where regional and state boxing championships took place (you can refer to the Golden Gloves page to discover our local champions). Following the integration process and the closure of East-side Elementary, the gymnasium became a venue for summer recreational programs. It became a popular gathering spot for basketball enthusiasts, with eager players scaling the 15-foot walls to unlock the doors and indulge in a game of hoops. Notably, the basketball team known as Spank originated from the O.L. Price gym and achieved notable success, triumphing in leagues and tournaments across Central Texas.