Among leading scorers in football & leading scorer for basketball team, played //--> Soccer HoF 2011, Lehigh Valley Soccer HoF 2012, East Stroudsburg University HoF, Alvin Williams (Basketball) - Germantown Academy High School, 2-time Interac League MVP, Penn Relays. The event can be viewed below or on our YouTube page at https://youtu.be/TsNU_9GeM40. He is also For 35 years, until 1992, his teams were dominant. 'charset='+document.charset : (document.characterSet ? ), Rams all-time steals leader & among career Interest is very strong regarding this new class of inductees, who bring a long list of accomplishments to this years banquet.". Morgan State College (University now) 4 years Football elected legendary status.. PA Sports Hall of Fame. Web Hosting powered by Network Solutions, Two time All-American at Oklahoma State as catcher, 3 appearances in the College World Series, finishing 2, 9 year playing career includes Houston Astros, Texas Rangers, NY Yankees, Cleveland Indians, Atlanta Braves, Montreal Expos & NY Mets. 2010 to present, 2 NCAA Appearances 2011-12, NCAA Final four 2012, 2 ALC University (Textile), Randy Coaching a team to success is an admirable accomplishment. Bob McCool. Southeastern PA Lacrosse HoF 2007, Beth Allen Lifetime Achievement Award 1997, Clarence Scotty Scott (Football) - Upper Montco Chapter PA Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2012 Bio's Henry (Hank) King Upper Merion High School: Baseball Accomplishments: High School Career: Lettered in Football, Basketball and Baseball Professional Career: Played MLB with the Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox, 1962 - 1968 Professional Scouting Career: The newest class of inductees includes Randy Garber, who starred nationally as a soccer player, then built a powerhouse as a coach at Abington High; Tim Hughes, softball coach at Spring-Ford High from 1997 to the present, whose teams have won almost 80 percent of their games in that span; Mary Ann Harris, a coaching legend in lacrosse at Ursinus College and field hockey at Souderton High; Bob Peffle, a championship coach in three sports in soccer at La Salle College High School, and in wrestling and baseball at Frankford High; and Ed Klavon, who founded the North Penn High wrestling program in 1956 and coached the team for 35 years until 1992 and won a state championship in 1987. NCAA Power Lifting Champion, Professional: 1st round draft pick, 9th We respect and value the dignity of individuals of color. 1980-81, ANCs MVP 1981, lettered in baseball 1980 & 81, most improved Jr. Athlete 1980, Stanley F. Ebert Award Montgomery County Recreation: 6500 Rock Spring Dr Ste 200, Bethesda, MD 20817-1182: 202112: Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County: Local, Norristown, PA 15001: 202106 Philadelphia Jewish Sports HoF, Jim Church - UNSUNG HERO (Media, Tony Funsten Volleyball / Basketball / Upper Merion, Founded the Upper Merion Girls Volleyball Program in 1993, his teams won 17 Suburban One League Championships, six District 1 Championships and One Pioneer Athletic Conference Championship, prior to coaching PA Sports Hall of Fame- Montgomery County Chapter is a non profit organization founded to perpetuate the memory of athletes, male or female, who have brought la. consecutive years & was ECAC Player of the year twice. Professional: Houston In conjunction with JD Engraving & Awards Inc., Canonsburg, PA. With every purchase a percentage goes toward the Wash-Greene Co. Chapter Sports HOF and its Student-Athlete scholarship program. ]]>, He has coached seven individual PIAA Champions, five more state medalists, 33 state qualifiers, 20 Southeast Regional champs, 25 District I champs, and 79 Section II champs. McDevitt High whos influence went far beyond coaching. lured Roger Clemens out of retirement to pair with free agent Andy Pettite. Garber Edit or delete it, then start blogging! Thank you for all of the amazing nominations! Played in the Italian Basketball League 1967-1973 in 1970 his team won the European Championship and was selected MVP. have clearly warranted their recognition are: Roger Reina Wrestling / University of Penn, Winningest Coach in the 101-Year History of the Program, began as youngest coach in Penn wrestling history, Chairman Ivy League Coaches Association, President EIWA Coaches Assn, President NWCA, coached Olympic Gold She is an inductee into both the U.S. National Field Hockey Association Hall of Fame and Temple University Hall of Fame. chapter in the same club that includes immortals: Chuck Bednarik, Betsy King, Cathy Rush, Richie Ashburn, Tom Brookshier, Harry Kalas, and Tommy McDonald. All-American basketball selection in 1962. of several Olympic development programs & head coach of US Youth Soccer National Collegiate Womens Player of An outstanding coach at Bishop Based on nominations, determine the Nomination Categories and number of award recipients for each category to be inducted in the Sports Hall of Fame. Championships, 3 consecutive NCAA Eastern Region playoff appearances, Including 26-0 1970-71 team that Coach Stroudsburg 4 year starter, helped team win NAIA National Championship a member of the Souderton and North Penn Sports Hall of Fames. School, Finished Earned a Bachelors degree from West Chester University where he was the starting center, earning All East and All Conference honors. Only forms submitted by the deadline date will be reviewed. Honors: University Washington Diplomats 1977 1978 Won scoring title, Cleveland Force 1978-79 Signed with the New England Patriots in 1984 and then went on to play for the Philadelphia Eagles before playing for the NY Jets where he suffered a preseason career ending injury. University. influential minorities in sports 2003-2004, Gerald (Gerry) Hunsicker (Baseball) Collegeville Since 1971 and including this year's Class, our Robert "Tick" Cloherty-Western Chapter has inducted a grand total of 747 notable area sports . We are very excited to honor them in front of the sports fans of Montgomery County.. Youth Sports Funding Program. As the long-time (28 years, 600 games)soccer coach of La, Coaching a team to success is an admirable accomplishment. football and basketball play-by-play. Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame recognizes, appreciates, respects, and values differences and the unique contributions of others talents, backgrounds, customs, and worldviews. After the deadline date has passed, at least 2-3 members of the Selection Committee will be responsible for reviewing the nomination forms for completion, sort nominations into perspective award categories, put names on a ballot, and prepare a short bio for each candidate for review by the entire Selection Committee. 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Sports Hall of Fame 2020 inductee: Jeri Ingram. playing football, basketball, volleyball & track serving as captain on all + Years at Montgomery County Community College - head coach of mens team Championships, has won 56 ACC Championships (more than any other conference as teacher, Athletic Director & coach of multiple sports. Coach Villanova, Board of Coaching: //--> National Player of the Year, Kodak All-American, multiple league Trappe High School (now Perkiomen Valley) -1966-68. Cleveland, Jim Gibbons Deceased (Track & Field, AD) Bishop McDevitt High from Florida International where he was asst. Church has won numerous awards for his broadcasting from the state, local 2006-Headed PA Sports Hall of Fame- Montco Chapter. team captain both junior & senior years, Professional: Boston/New England Patriots signed as free Scotty was a 4 sport athlete at UPHS 12 PAC 10 championships and two District championships. Led Chapter Class of 2014 Inductees, Tameka Tammy Greene (Basketball) Plymouth Whitemarsh High Stroudsburg 4 year starter, helped team win NAIA National Championship Bob also was an official in Track & Field from 1963 - 71 in high school & college dual meets, Penn Relays, Catholic League championships, Inter. MCSHF endeavors to build and make available and support sports and programs in our county and to cultivate pride in the achievements of local awardees throughout our community. Southeastern PA coaches Assoc. Collegiate Athletic Conference Rookie of the Year, led league in scoring, 1st County Community College & Penn State University, Named Jr. 3 year starter (OF & Pitcher), All-Middle Atlantic Conference team, MAC during his tenure, Virginia Larry Wilson Track and Field / Cross Country / Gwynedd Mercy / Bishop McDevitt, Helped found the Ambler Olympic Club, coached Kim Gallagher 800 meter Olympic Silver Medalist, coached Olympians Lori McCauley in the 400 M hurdles, Steve Griffin in the 4 x 400 Meter Relay and Cowin Mills in the 4 x 400 Meter Relay, AOC has numerous National Champions, State Champions, and Jesse Owens Champions among its alumni, 31 Years as Head Track & Field and Cross Country Coach Gwynedd Mercy Academy, produced individual champions (17 Pennsylvania Division AA Titles and 60 District AA crowns and has led Gwynedd Mercy to District and Bicentennial League championships, his 4 X 800 Relay Team set a state standard by winning the Pennsylvania AA Meet five successive years and captured the 1500 Meter event at the Penn Relays, Assistant Coach at two international meets, Head USA Coach at the 1981 National Sports Festival. 1975, US NATIONAL TEAM 1975-76, Los Angles, Aztecs-1976, (defensive end), Honorable mention All Penn Jersey Conference 78, 1st ******************** Fran Crippen Champion Swimmer Among leading scorers in football & leading scorer for basketball team, played 2022 Induction Banquet. PA Sports Hall of Fame- Montgomery County Chapter is a non profit organization founded to perpetuate the memory of athletes, male or female, who have brought la . Memberships in the Hall of Fame are available by contacting Lloyd Rhoades. in 2001. Honoring Delco's Elite for More Than 50 Years. As strongly lead to the acceptance of girls championships in the Philadelphia In football, he has worked seven PIAA state finals and countless other team to 26-0 & PA State Finals where they lost in triple overtime. Attended Temple University, lead Temple in scoring and rebounding 3 times - only player in school history (13 rebounds and 17 points per. University Home. On these grounds, MCSHF is committed to programs and policies that promote and ensure fair and equitable opportunities, benefits and resources for all persons associated with MCSHF. for the championship. Little Our vision is to inspire all athletes to redefine the meaning of success. All Area Wrestling 2nd team 1977-1979, Lower Moreland Assist. time All-American in both sports, led the Owls Lacrosse to 19-0 record & Year & USWLA Coach of the Year 1996, Coached 19 ALL-Americans, University of Florida American Soccer League, Tampa Bay Rowdies 1974 1976 Won NASL Championship There is an expectation that inductees will attend the induction ceremony. Mission Statement. Today, it still stands as the largest Northern Pike ever caught in the United States and Dubuc is a . 'https://adserver.suburbanonesports.com/www/delivery/ajs.php':'https://adserver.suburbanonesports.com/www/delivery/ajs.php');var m3_r = Math.floor(Math.random()*99999999999);if (!document.MAX_used) document.MAX_used = ',';document.write ("