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The legendary athlete lettered in four sports while attending KHS: baseball, basketball, football and track. DENISE . 2 were here. Michael, who was known for his elegant left handed passes, proved himself to be an asset for his team that year, leading the Maroons to the 1968 Dutchess Ulster Sullivan Orange (DUSO) Championship, which Kingston shared with Newburgh Free Academy. At the Section One Class A Indoor Championships, he broke a 20-year old record in the Triple Jump with a leap of 48-5.50. Though Port Jervis won the league that year (6-0), handing Kingston (5-1) its only league setback, that was to be the last time one of Charlies teams would ever finish second. All games with be played at the USF Softball Stadium, which has a 1,500-seat capacity for fans. The team record of 390 steals set during the 2006-07 season, continues to remain atop the leader board as well. He then moved to becoming the Color Analyst in 1973. In her sophomore year, she was selected to both the Kingston Freeman and Middletown Record Basketball All-Stars First Teams. We are honored to induct the following individuals and team (s): Laura Arnesen Sullivan- 1987 Soccer & Basketball Gene Baker- 1976 Football, Basketball, Baseball Emmie Dolfi- 2009 Softball & Basketball The intention of the Tiverton High School Athletics Hall of Fame is to recognize the athletic achievements and. Bell Schedule. During her Sophomore year in Cross Country, Eileen added to her resume by earning All-American status. The Kingston and District Sports Hall of Fame has announced its bursary award winners for 2019, and four young athletes have been acknowledged for their athletic achievements, academic. The Tigers won the schools first-ever state team title in 68. Thomas Maines, a 1938 graduate and four-sport star (baseball, basketball, football, track) regarded as one of Kingstons best athletes. 159 likes. Updates and information regarding the Genoa-Kingston High School Hall of Fame Chris Kirkpatrick at (336) 287-1707, or Eddie Raynard (336) 785-5611. Eileen Casey Pine is considered by many to be the greatest girls long-distance runner in the history of Kingston High School. After losing a year of eligibility due to scholastic difficulties, Ed earned his way back to the team and, once again, became a double-figure scorer and one of the top rebounders for the Army hoopsters over the next two years in 1953 and 1954. Coach Ron Gabriele (Boys Varsity Swimming) and John Hunter (Boys Varsity Tennis) both welcomed the girls based on their ability to compete on the same level as the boys. The Daily Freeman chose Charlie as the Kingston High School Basketball Player of the Decade (1930s). Susan is currently (since 2008) the San Francisco Bay Area Co-Director of Swim Across America, a non-profit organization that raises money for cancer research through swimming events. She sent many volleyballs back into the oppositions side of the court. This unwavering commitment to KHS sports, earned Mr. DeLuca the title of Honorary Football Captain for the Tigers, from 2009 to 2016. $30 online | $40 at the door. The. Hobie is a bona fide legend in the KHS football program. Following high school, Keith played for The College of Holy Cross, where he led his team to the NCAA tournament his senior year. (2007). Charlie was no slouch with the bat, either, as he hit for a .333 average, accumulating 10 hits and scoring 11 runs in only 8 athletic contests. John won both the Indoor DCSL Mile and Two-Mile runs his senior year. Kingston High School; J. Watson Bailey Middle School; M. Clifford Miller Middle School; . The KHS cagers also had a 41-game home court winning streak at the Municipal Auditorium on Broadway. During her illustrious scholastic running career from 1974-1978, Eileen set the bar high for every other female runner to follow, by establishing records in both Cross Country and Track for them to aspire towards. Richard proved that he was up to the task as he skillfully guided the team to its second consecutive undefeated season, capturing both the DUSO League and Section Nine Championships. He was AD from 1927-63, overseeing the construction of Kate Walton Field House. He led the DUSO in scoring all four years he played and finished with 733 points in an era long before the advent of the 3-point shot. Within our 51 member state associations, we serve 19,500 high schools and more than 12 million young people. During the year he regularly scored in three events for KHS in the dual meet season. He then cruised to his second consecutive DCSL Championship, added the Section One (Class A) Title, setting course records both times. Charlie wasnt done with the DUSO League just yet. Vivian was also at the helm when her team broke an all-time school record of 32 consecutive wins, culminating with a 27-1 season record. 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KINGSTON, N.Y. The third class for the Kingston High School Athletics Hall of Fame, originally selected in 2020, will finally be honored on Friday, May 20. In the 1970s and 1980s, he became the WKNY 1490 play-by-play announcer for the Kingston High School Boys Basketball team and, for both the SUNY Ulster and John A. Coleman Basketball programs as well. Dedicating herself to the sport she loved, she worked relentlessly to improve her all-around game. He won the WBC light welterweight championship in 1984 and fought a nationally-televised title defense in the Midtown Neighborhood Center. Dans love and passion for sports has greatly benefitted, not only the sport of Football at Kingston High School, but the entire Sports Community of the City of Kingston. The Hershey High School Athletic Hall of Fame is currently accepting nominations. She was inducted into the NHSACA Hall of Fame in 1998. Fisher is one of 16 graduates who will be inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in October. This time, as an intercollegiate swimmer, she competed in the 50 and 100-yard backstrokes, 100-yard individual medley and was a member of the 200-medley relay squad. In track, she won 72 of 77 races. * Mike Rienzo (1949) Three-sport athlete and coach. Susan swam the 100-yard backstroke, the 200 IM and participated in the relays for the Maroons. Before Billys impressive career came to a close, he defeated world champion Juan Laporte in one last fight in 1999. The 2018 Kingston High School Hall of Fame Inductees are as follows: (Click on name to learn more about inductee) Charlie Bock (Class of 1938) John Cabell (Class of 1973) Eileen Casey Pine (Class of 1978) Susan Helmrich (Class of 1973) G. Warren Kias 1927-1963 F. Richard McCormick 1959-1988 Joe McDonald (Class of 1987) Dan Reinhard (Class of 1970) Jumpin' Joe Uhl, a 1961 graduate considered the best basketball player in Kingston history. He set meet records in both the High Jump and Long Jump at the Crusader Relays. Heather is married, with two children and is currently a Pediatrician in the West Coxsackie Area. Kingston then repeated as DUSO Champions in 1969 and 1970, losing the 1969 Section Nine title to Ellenville by the slimmest of margins, one stroke, 340 to 341. Heather was a versatile athlete as she also played Girls Varsity Basketball and Softball for three years at KHS. Always cognizant of Kingstons rich history of great runners of past years, like Eddie Ward, Bernie Stahl, Ray Rusty Peterson, Jim Sims, John Tweedy, Dave Chip Ennis, and Gary Boice, John and his coaches, Ron Gabriele and Dean Short, were determined to take his running to another level. Coach Burke was promoted to Athletic Director in 1962, the second person in KHS history to hold that title. Adding to these accomplishments, this two-time Daily Freeman Basketball Player of the Year and Middletown Record Player of the Year maintains the highest scoring average for a season (29.4), the most single game points scored (61) and the most three-pointers in a career (334), which was a New York State record for three-pointers. The Bethel School District Athletic Hall of Fame, an independent non-profit organization, was started to ensure that the athletic history and traditions of the district are celebrated. The last two teams were coached by Badalato. In 2017, Keith was inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame. The Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes and honors individuals who have Members of the Lincoln Northeast High School Athletic Hall of Fame board are Chuck Adams, Jeff Pierce, Lori Adams, Cindy Tyrrel-Hennen, Kari Amen, Clayton Heath, Mike Hosek, Marcia Motz. In 1994 as a sophomore, Kelly became the first female in Section Nine to win a NYPHSAA title in her sport. Vince DeLuca, a 1946 graduate who played on Burkes title team. Coach Burke went on to become one the most influential and successful coaches in KHS history. Joe then competed at the Olympic Level (2001) in the Two-Man Bobsled, narrowly missing making the team by finishing third. 3:00-6:00pm. In a profession where change is the norm, (Moving on up the line), Dan has chosen to remain local and give back to his hometown by sharing his many talents in the broadcasting profession. Lynsey Timbrouck was a two-time Freeman Player of the Year and left with five career records, including all-time scorer. Lynsey guided her teams to a remarkable 94-19 record (.831 Winning Percentage) during her career, including the programs first 20-win season (20-3) in 2007 (#2 All-Time). . Not only did Doreen stand tall on the basketball court, but in the classroom as well. In volleyball, the three-time All Star and Section 9 Player of the Year led her team to the state semi-finals for the first time in KHS history. The three dynamos were among the first in the state to break the barrier that for so long barred girls from participating on traditionally male athletic teams. Along the way, he garnered six first place finishes, four second place finishes, and qualified for the Section Nine (Class A) Meet, where he would finish 18th. Joes accomplishments are even more astonishing when you consider the fact that there were no home meets (Hence, No Home Field Advantage) held at Dietz Memorial Stadium from the years 1985-1989. Kellys father, Bill Weaver, started her athletic career by placing a tennis racquet in her hands at the tender age of three. Her 334 steals and 567 field goals still stand. Charlie led the 12-2 Maroon and White to a 6-0 league record, leading the team in scoring (12.1 ppg.) In 1994, Kingston standout Kelly Weaver was the first girls tennis player to capture a state championship in her sport. It is a prestigious award that is given each year to a select few candidates who, in part, gained distinction in their respective careers and communities. Any nominations received will be in consideration for 2022 and beyond. He became the statistician and halftime announcer on KHS football games on WKNY. During the year, Joe won gold medals in five of the six Americas Cup races. The Daily Freeman All-Star player, went on to play for Hastings College and quickly became a dominant force for his team. In 1943, during World War ll, he was a crew member on the B-29s that flew out of Guam until the last day of the war. At 6-3, she was an imposing player in the middle and at the net. Currently, along with his Sporttalk Show on Monday nights and KHS Football announcing, Dan is also the Radio Kingston 1490 WKNY Sports Anchor in the mornings on the Warren Lawrence Morning Show. The NFHS is the national leader and advocate for high school athletics as well as fine and performing arts programs. He was named Dutchess Ulster Sullivan Orange (DUSO) Player of the Year in baseball and basketball in 1962. With an all-time career average of 24.2 points per game, the three-year Varsity starter held the record for most points scored in a single game (44) until 2004. John moved from New York to Boulder, Colorado in 1980, and currently resides in Denver. Athletic Hall of Fame Recipient Galleries Class of 2018 Inductees Class of 2019 Inductees Class of 2020 Inductees Championship Teams Recognized Phone: (618) 457-3371 Ext. 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In the winter sports season of 1974-75, Richard took over the swimming program at KHS for the highly successful Ron Gabriele, who took the Assistant Director of Physical Education and Athletic Directors positions at Columbia-Greene Community College. We hope this journey today will spark your interest to come and visit the Hall in person. Don Scofield - 1960-1989, XC and Track Coach After a successful college career, Eileen continued running by participating in local road races. As a junior (1986), Joe continued his relentless assault on the record books. The Hall of Fame awards will recognize and honor outstanding achievements of individuals, coaches and contributors to the athletic program who have promoted the growth of athletics in the Marshfield School District. Its here where Kelly made her mark for the next six years becoming arguably the greatest tennis player in KHSs history. There were no inductees selected in 2019. About Consent. He jumped 23-5,75 in the Long Jump, cleared 6-8 in the High Jump, and leapt 49-4.75 in the Triple Jump. THS Athletic Hall of Fame. The opportunity to join the internationally renowned exhibition basketball team, came after years of hard work and determination on both the high school and college level. Individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the PHS athletic program and, in some cases, at both the college and professional levels through their participation as athletes, coaches or administrators are inducted annually at an Induction Dinner as part of the . This enabled her to earn a full athletic scholarship to the University of Virginia, a Division l school which competed in the tough ACC League. She was the Section 9 Player of the Year in 98 and still holds the school record with 909 blocks. Dan Rorke, Brooks School 2000 Ray Beaupre, North Attleboro Joseph F. Carven, Haverhill Bill Coughlin, Minuteman Regional Richard J. Garvey, Lunenbury Paul O'Boy, Bishop Feehan Arthur "Sandy" Ruggles, North Middlesex 1999 Bill Hamor, Beverly Don 'Mingo' Marino, Southbridge George F. McCabe, Xaverian Walter Nelson, Lowell Joe Santos, Case In her senior year, Lynsey scored 30 points on three separate occasions. Tay Fisher goes up for basketball during Kingston game in 2003. Since 2004, Tay has held the title of all-time leading scorer for Kingston High School and Section 9 as a whole, with a record of 2,119 career points. The Kingston City School District is pleased to announce the inaugural class of inductees into the Kingston High School Athletic Hall of Fame! After working hard to rise up from a disappointing season his junior year, Varsity football coach, Frank Modica, put his faith in the young player and named him quarterback for the 1968 season. Learn more. In the final game of his collegiate football career in December of 1952 versus Navy, Big Ed, at imposing 6-3 220, and playing before 102,000 people and President Truman, recovered three fumbles and intercepted a pass on the two-yard line in a tough 7-0 loss. When Kingston High Golf Coach, Harold Hathaway, suddenly passed away in November of 1967, Richard was appointed as the new head coach for the 1968 season. He narrowly missed his first title in 1929 when they lost to NFA, 8-0, giving up their only points allowed all season. He was also an All-Star Pitcher and outfielder. * Renee Helbok (1994) Swimming record holder at KHS and Ithaca and who was an NCAA Division III champion.