In 1911, the Blue Ribbons played briefly as members of the Class D level Texas-Oklahoma League, before the team folded during the season.
The Blue Ribbons preceded the Gainesville Owls, who began play as members of the Big State League in 1947.
[1][2] The Blue Ribbons joined the Altus Chiefs, Bonham Boosters, Ardmore Blues, Cleburne Railroaders, Durant Educators, Lawton Medicine Men and Wichita Falls Irish Lads in beginning Texas–Oklahoma League play on April 25, 1911.
[3][4] The "Blue Ribbons" nickname corresponds to Gainesville hosting home games at the Fair Grounds Park.
When the team folded, Gainesville had played the season under managers John Stone and George Morris.