Five All-Americans, the first American to walk in space, a Heisman Trophy runner-up, an Army Athletic Association Award winner, two legendary coaches and an administrator who also contributed as a multi-sport athlete, are among the candidates selected into the Army Sports Hall of Fame. Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Boo Corriganannounced the Class of 2013 today.
The 10th induction class into the Army Sports Hall of Fame includes women's basketball standout Julie DelGiorno '86, two-time football All-American selections Paul Bunker (Class of 1903) and Richard "Dick" Nowak '64, lacrosse coach Jack Emmer, cross country and track and field mentor Carleton Crowell, three-time soccer All-American Jose Gonzalez '65, football, baseball player, and administrator Al Vanderbush '61, football, men's basketball, and lacrosse star Charles "Monk" Meyer '37, tight end Gary Steele '70, and Ed White '52, the space walker who first starred in track and field and soccer at the Academy.
The Class of 2013 brings the total of Army Sports Hall of Fame inductees to 99 and encompasses nine sports.
"Once again, the Hall of Fame committee has done a tremendous job," said Corrigan. "This worthy class of leaders on the field and off the field ranges from 1903 to 2005 and includes 10 individuals who have selflessly served their country. We are excited to showcase these leaders of character in September and honor their hard work, dedication and excellence."
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Ten Selected to Army Sports Hall of Fame
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