2005 Hall of Fame Inductees The annual FSU Athletic Hall of Fame was held during
Homecoming 2005 in the Grand Ballroom of the Fayetteville Plaza Hotel.
Seven nominees joined the ranks of other athletes and special contributors who, through their
outstanding achievements and service, have enriched the university's
athletic program. Over 250 alumni and friends shared in this special
occasion.
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Tony Baldwin '79, a talented athlete, was the only member of his
freshman class to start among the Bronco's top defense playing 43 of 44
games as defensive safety. Baldwin ran two of the longest punts in
Fayetteville State's history, covering 98 yards against Federal City
College in 1975 and 97 yards against Winston-Salem State University in
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Haywood Sharpe '70 was a
multi-talented athlete who enjoyed football, swimming and wrestling.
Sharpe lettered throughout his four years of playing defensive cornerback.
FSU instituted its first swim team in 1968 and he served as Captain of the
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Warren Turner '88 never gave up a
touch down three out of four years starting at free safety and right
cornerback positions. Ten times he was named CIAA Defensive Player of the
Week during the '86 and '87 seasons. Turner also excelled in track,
running 400 meter hurdles and 100 meter hurdles. He placed fourth in the
400 meter hurdles at the CIAA Track in 1985. |
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Kevin Wardlaw '86, an outstanding quarterback and defensive back,
threw a last second touchdown pass against FSU arch rival Winston-Salem
State University to tie the 1983 homecoming game. He was chosen offensive
MVP. In 1984, he again threw WSSU's game awry by catching two passes for
touchdowns. Wardlaw's talents included track, running the Spring Medley
Relay in 1983 at Penn Relays. |
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Marion Crowe, Jr.
'85 was working with the City of Fayetteville Parks & Recreation
Department when he was asked to fill in at his alma mater as Sports
Information Director until a Director could be hired. He has been "filling
in" every since, working tirelessly not only in his duties as SID but in
obtaining external financial support for the athletes and support
personnel. Over 100 students have received various honors and awards as a
result of his efforts. His own honors are too numerous to list. |
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Azriah Ellerbe III 58, has been an ardent supporter
of FSU and Bronco sports. As an undergraduate he played both football and
basketball. He has recruited a number of outstanding students to FSU
including football and basketball players. He supports the university
programs with his presence and finances. Ellerbe is a recipient of the FSU
Chancellor's Certificate of Merit, NAFEO Presidential Citation Award and
is a member of the Founders Society and Chancellor's Club. |
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Paige P. Saunders was well known for his athletic
prowess and earned a football scholarship to Bluefield State College,
Bluefield, West Virginia. After graduation, he coached at several colleges
before coming to FSU in 1958 where he coached football, basketball, and
tennis. He served as Head Basketball Coach during his tenure. He retired
in 1988. Coach Saunders impacted the lives of many of the young athletes
he coached. They used the lessons instilled in them on the field and in
the classroom to become successful young men in all walks of life. |
------------ Athletic Hall of Fame Board of Directors
Mr. Roosevelt Wright, Chair
Ms. Carole Battle
Mr. Lawrence Jackson
Dr. Major Boyd
Mr. Coley Little
Mr. Victor W. L. Pace II
Mr. I. J. McNeil
Mr. Azriah Ellerbe, III
Mr. James M. Paige
Dr. Dallas M. Freeman
Mary Bailey, Ex-officio
Dr. Peggy Green
Dr. Clarence White, Jr.
The Athletic Hall of Fame is designed to honor former athletes at
Fayetteville State University who have contributed immeasurably to the FSU
athletic program and who continue to exemplify high principles of good
sportsmanship through their contributions and achievements as citizens in
their respective communities. Posthumous nominations may be made no later
than five years after death.
The 15-member Board of Directors is responsible for: (1) formulating and
recommending policies governing the Athletic Hall of Fame; (2) evaluating
biographical data of nominees; and (3) recommending candidates for
induction. The Hall of Fame induction ceremony is held annually during the
homecoming weekend.
--------------------- Criteria for
Nominations
| Criteria
for Nominators: |
Must
be an active member of the FSU Alumni Association, Athletic Club, a
coach, university faculty member or administrator, or Hall of Fame
Selection Committee member. Alumni chapters making a nomination must
be chartered in FSU National Alumni Association. The Athletic
Director shall receive all nominations for induction during the
months of December through June of each year. |
| Criteria
for Players: |
(1)
must have been a bona fide student at FSU, with minimum of two years
of participation in athletics;
(2) must have lettered in at least one varsity sport;
(3) must have been out of competition a minimum of 5 years;
(4) must be a contributor to FSU and/or the Alumni
Association;
(5) must have been of outstanding quality, high moral character,
integrity and held in high esteem by his/her colleagues; and
(6) must have proven self in university service, his/her sport and
to his/her community. |
| Criteria
for Coaches: |
(1)
must have served as FSU Head Coach at least five years;
(2) must have coached one championship team conference - regional
or national;
(3) must have contributed significantly to the progress and
development of his/her community: and
(4) must have won 60% of his/her games at FSU. No more than two
coaches may be selected over a five-year period. Former coaches may
be eligible if currently coaching at a rival institution. |
| Criteria
for Athletic Directors: |
(1)
must have served at FSU for at least five years;
(2) must have contributed to at least one championship conference,
regional or national during tenure;
(3) must have shown program growth winning teams, attendance, new
programs, stadium and arena finances during tenure; and
(4) must have contributed significantly to the development of
student athletes. Athletic directors will be eligible five years
after serving. |
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Category for Non-athletes: |
Although
non-athletes cannot be inducted into the Hall of Fame, they may
receive recognition and a certificate of service. They must have
significantly supported the Bronco Athletic Program through cash,
gifts, or gifts-in-kind and have contributed significantly to the
progress and development of his/her community. No more than two
non-athletes may be selected over a five-year period. |
| Special
Category for Non-athletes: |
Although
non-athletes cannot be inducted into the Hall of Fame, they may
receive recognition and a certificate of service. They must have
significantly supported the Bronco Athletic Program through cash,
gifts, or gifts-in-kind and have contributed significantly to the
progress and development of his/her community. No more than two
non-athletes may be selected over a five-year period. |
Deadline:
Nomination forms and supporting materials must be mailed by June 30th of
each year to: The Athletic Hall of Fame, P. O. Box 3061,
Fayetteville, North Carolina 28302
Click
here for the Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form
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