In Memory of Nicholas “Nick” Rodriguez, 2009 All-Around Athlete Inductee
Nicholas “Nick” Rodriguez November 30, 1927 – November 24, 1995
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Gary Bras to Host 17th Hall of Fame Induction Gala
At tonight’s 17th Hall of Fame Gala, Antioch High grad Gary Bras will take center stage and host his fifth Hall of Fame induction class. Bras, as a 1979 Hall of Fame Track and Field team member, was inducted into the Hall in 2016. Since 2011 Bras has passionately supported the Sports Legends. First as…
In Memory of Edward Richard Burke
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“Coach” Bill Snelson died peacefully at home on January 14, 2021 at the age of 91.
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