The tradition of recognizing distinguished graduates for their accomplishments began in 1967 with the inception of the Outstanding Alumnus Award and in 1983 with the Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2007 the Alumni Board of Directors, in conjunction with the Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee, restructured the alumni recognition program. The criteria for which an alumnus can be honored includes career, social or academic achievements. At the same time, alumni who displayed athletic excellence in high school, college or professionally, will continue to be honored. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Inductees by Induction Year
Please Note: The following biographies were present in the induction ceremony programs.
HALL OF HONORS INDUCTEE ROSTER
- Norbert J. Ackermann ’36 †
- Damian P. Alagia III, M.D. ’74
- Victor M. Anderson, Jr. '07
- Mark Askin '90
- Raymond Baer †
- John T. Barrett ’43 †
- Thomas C. Barry, Sr. ’42 †
- Frank J. Beard ’57
- Edwin J. Bell ’41 †
- Robert F. Bender, Sr. ’51 †
- C. Joseph Bergamini ’73
- Kevin Bick '09
- Ernest M. Bidwell ’48
- E. Thomas Bishop, Jr. ’69
- Richard A. Blair ’66
- Harry E. Blandford, Sr. ’35 †
- Richard A. Blocker, Sr. ’55
- Stephen J. Bocko ’65
- J. Chris Bohnert '89
- Gary Boice '62
- Paul P. Bollinger ’52
- Damon R. Bootes ’86
- Thomas P. Borders ’61
- Rev. Ted Bowling '41
- Br. Borgia Brigandi, C.F.X. †
- C. Maxwell Brown, M.D. ’55 †
- Jouett T. Brown ’52 †
- Terrance A. Brown ’89
- Tighe A. Brown '95
- Timothy C. Brown, Jr. ’68
- Paul B. Browne ’65
- Scott D. Budnick ’89
- Scott J. Budnik ’80
- David B. Buechler ’75
- Joseph P. Buechler ’81
- Mark A. Buechler ’76
- Richard S. Buehner ’77
- Nicholas C. Burckel, Ph.D. ’61
- C. Clark Burckle, Jr. ’06
- J. Alan Burke '68
- Damian R. Burke ’81
- Christopher A. Burke ’98
- Frank W. Burke, Sr. ’38 †
- Bernard L. Burmester ’62 †
- Raymond M. Burse, Jr. ’02
- David F. Butler, Sr. ’63
- Paul G. Byrd ’88
- Michael G. Cahill ’60 †
- Br. Conrad Callahan, C.F.X. ’38 †
- Chase K. Carraro '09
- Earl L. Carter, Jr. ’50 †
- William B. Cassidy ’62
- Alex Cecil ’35 †
- John F. Cecil ’32 †
- Tendai K. Charasika ’96
- Paul R. Charron ’60
- Thomas D. Clines, Jr. ’24 †
- Br. Constant C.F.X. †
- Joseph M. Conti ’64
- C. Frank Cooper ’63 †
- John B. Cooper ’62 †
- Timothy L. Cooper ’70
- William J. Cooper IV ’57 †
- Michael E. Cowherd ’78
- Ralph G. Cox, Jr. ’79
- Rev. Clyde F. Crews ’62
- Bernard A. Crimmins ’38 †
- Br. Giles Crowell, C.F.X. †
- Charles J. Crush III ’95
- Michael H. Curley ’82
- Robert M. Curtis '03
- Richard C. Daniel ’60
- John A. DeCamillis ’82
- Arthur J. Deindoerfer ’23 †
- D. Jerry Denny ’49 †
- Gene H. Detenber ’45 †
- Gerald J. Diebold, Ph. D. ’61
- Mark. B. A. Dietz '98
- Alan H. Donhoff ’72
- Martin W. Donlon ’56
- Michael A. Dorris ’63 †
- Br. Edward Driscoll, C.F.X., Honorary ’89
- Lawrence E. Duddy ’58 †
- Donald K. Dumeyer ’74
- H. Leon Dunagan, Jr. ’53 †
- George F. Dwyer, Jr., M.D. ’44 †
- Robert A. Edwards ’65
- Thomas O. Eifler, Sr. ’60
- Albert W. Erny '71
- John S. Evans, Jr. ’60 †
- Br. Fabius C.F.X. †
- Robert A. Faller '57 †
- Thompson M. Faller, Ph.D. ’56
- Patrick R. Farnan '94
- Thomas M. Filburn ’35 †
- Stuart R. Fink ’32 †
- John B. Fischer, Sr. ’43 †
- Thomas S. Fitzgerald ’26 †
- Nicholas R. Gagel ’73
- R. Gordon Gahm ’69
- Walter D. Gahm ’63 †
- Nicholas T. Gallucci, Ph.D. ’73
- Wayne D. Garvey ’75
- William A. Gates, Jr. ’38 †
- J. Thomas Giannini, M.D. ’29 †
- Thomas W. Giesler ’40 †
- William L. Glaser, Jr. ’61
- Michael A. Glaser ’70
- Clinton L. Glasscock '89
- Joseph W. Glauber, Ph.D. ’72
- William J. Godfrey, III, M.D. '55
- George M. Goetz ’29 †
- Charles M. Gorman, Sr. ’54 †
- Clyde A. Graven ’40 †
- J. Mark Grundy ’75
- Samuel K. Gruneisen ’58 †
- Joseph N. Guyon †
- John J. Guarnaschelli, M.D. ’59
- Joseph E. Hagan ’34 †
- Thomas M. Hagan ’65
- T. O. Hall ’49 †
- Bradley P. Hambrick '97
- Robert Hamilton, Honorary ’00 †
- Robert L. Haner, Sr. ’49
- Thomas D. Haner ’79
- Joseph P. Harmon †
- William T. Heavrin ’61 †
- Br. John Heckel, S.V.D. ’49 †
- Arthur T. Heitlauf ’43 †
- David P. Heintzman ’77
- Joseph H. Heitzman, Jr. ’58
- James C. Hennessy ’47 †
- Carl G. Herde ’78
- Ronald R. Herm, Ph.D. '58
- Joseph L. Herp, Jr. ’52 †
- Louis S. Heuser, Jr. '03
- Michael G. Higgs ’79
- John L. Hoeck ’44 †
- Michael H. Holland ’65
- Louis B. Hollkamp ’67
- Albert C. Horton '62
- Jeffrey D. Houk ’87
- James S. Hovey, D.C. ’70
- Robert G. Howell, Sr., Honorary ’98 †
- Cornelius E. Hubbuch, Sr., Honorary ’77 †
- Br. Cornelius E. Hubbuch, Jr., C.F.X. ’54
- Glenn H. Hubbuch '63
- John A. Hubbuch, Sr. ’57
- John L. Huber ’62
- Lee G. Huber ’37 †
- George H. Hunt, III ’50 †
- Orest Hurko, M.D. ’66
- James J. Huter ’43 †
- J. Fred Hutt, Jr. ’44
- Boland T. Jones ’78
- Rev. John E. Jones '46 †
- Robert L. Jones, Jr. '76
- Kenneth P. Jordan ’30 †
- Charles G. Just ’72
- Charles R. Kaelin ’57
- Louis T. Kalbfleisch ’67 †
- Paul M. Karem ’68
- Henry M. Kauffmann ’41 †
- William P. Kelly ’10 †
- David P. King ’76
- James O. King, Jr. ’69 †
- Paul R. Kinny ’75
- Rudolph F. Klarer ’40 †
- Isaac J. Knable ’02
- Otto F. Knop ’49 †
- John L. Knopf, Sr. ’44 †
- Joseph M. Koch, Jr. ’51 †
- Dennis P. Koper, M.D. '79
- Joseph E. Kroh, III ’61
- Timothy E. Kute, M.D. ’63
- Joe R. Kruse ’32 †
- James E. LaFollette, M.D. ’40 †
- Kevin T. Lamar ’80
- T. Patrick Lampton II '83
- John C. Lechleiter, Ph.D. '71
- J. Patrick Lenahan ’40 †
- Peter N. Lengyel '80
- Richard D. Lyons ’65
- James E. Malone ’26 †
- David O. Mann ’87
- Carl V. Marrillia ’76
- Paul F. Mattingly III ’98
- Joseph F. Maupin, Sr. ’49
- The Honorable Romano L. Mazzoli ’50
- Donald T. McAllister, M.D. ’56 †
- Br. James Leo McCarthy, C.F.X. †
- Martin S. McDermott ’68
- James F. McDonald ’58
- David L. McGinty ’54
- Robert J. McIntyre, III ’76
- Johnny Meihaus †
- Steve Mercer '93
- R. Kenyon Meyer ’88
- James K. Miller ’42 †
- Louis A. Miller ’35 †
- Paul A. Miller ’40 †
- Benjamin C. Monhollen ’59 †
- Miguel O. Montano ’93
- Maurice F. Moorman ’63
- Eugene L. Mosley ’60
- Carl W. Mueller ’45 †
- J. Richard Mueller ’57
- Richard C. Mulloy ’38 †
- J. Michael Murphy ’62 †
- Thomas A. Musselman, Sr. ’54
- William A. Musselman ’63
- Robert H. Nichols ’54
- Earl T. Ober ’27 †
- Joseph E. O’Brien ’48 †
- Christopher P. O'Bryan '75
- Rev. John J. O’Callaghan, S.J. ’49
- W. Denis O’Connell ’59 †
- William H. Ogburn ’46 †
- James W. O’Hern ’27 †
- Bruce A. Olliges ’76
- Chad O'Shea '91
- William J. O’Sullivan ’33 †
- David P. O’Toole, Sr. ’53
- Martin M. O’Toole ’57
- Thomas J. O’Toole, DMD ’50
- Charles J. Overberg, Jr. ’42 †
- Scott A. Padgett ’94
- Br. Thomas M. Page, C.F.X., Honorary ’89 †
- John F. Parker ’57
- Mark A. Paslick ’79
- Jerome E. Passafiume ’51
- Jeremy A. Petter ’93
- Edward H. Pfeiffer ’18 †
- Charles E. Plamp ’43 †
- Michael A. Pollio ’61
- Charles Quire ’45 †
- William R. Rabatin '00
- Emil J. Raque, Jr. ’53 †
- George H. Raque, Jr., M.D. '72
- Cletus A. Ratterman ’38 †
- James V. Reader ’57
- W. Earl Reed, III '69
- Robert L. Reeves ’59 †
- Joseph C. Reibel ’56
- William G. Reiss ’50 †
- Philip J. Reverman ’35 †
- Gene Rhodes †
- Br. Randal Riede, C.F.X.'35 †
- George E. Ritchie ’52 †
- Bertrand E. Robben ’38 †
- Jerry B. Roby, Jr. ’81
- Harry J. Rothgerber ’65
- Earl Ruby †
- Norbert A. Rueff, Jr. ’68
- W. Frank Ryan, Jr. ’26 †
- Gregory A. Sandfort ’73
- James M. Sass ’84
- John J. Savage ’82
- Martin P. Schad, III ’63
- David A. Schaefer, DMD ’84
- Michael A. Schardein ’57
- William M. Schardein ’50 †
- Karl F. Schmitt, Sr. ’34 †
- G. Randolph Schrodt, Sr., M.D. '45 †
- Michael J. Schellenberger ’92
- Edward J. Schnurr ’58
- George W. Schuhmann ’29 †
- Robert N. Schuhmann ’28 †
- Joseph R. Schuhmann ’34 †
- K. Andrew Schulten '87
- W. Paul Schultz, Jr. ’66
- Stephen F. Schulz ’77
- Christopher J. Sedoris '91
- Michael S. Short ’51 †
- Harlan Z. Silliman ’51 †
- George H. Silliman, Jr. ’47
- Michael B. Silliman ’62 †
- Thomas B. Simms, Sr. ’49 †
- Nicholas X. Simon ’77 †
- Robert L. Spann ’60 †
- Fred L. Spatz ’58
- Charles M. Spencer ’26 †
- Occie Stammerman ’30 †
- Vincent B. Stamp ’62
- Ronald J. Steele ’70
- Allen Steinbock '68
- R. Ted Steinbock, M.D. ’70
- C. Eugene Steuerle, Ph.D. ’64
- Aaron D. Stewart, M.D. ’82
- Michael G. Stewart, M.D., MPH '80
- Michael J. Stewart, Honorary ’81
- Edwin F. Struss, DMD ’66
- James W. Stuckert ’55
- Gilbert Sturtzel ’54 †
- Gilbert J. Sturtzel ’35 †
- Robert G. Talamini ’56
- Thomas L. Thomas ’67
- David D. Thompson ’80
- John F. Thompson ’42 †
- James E. Tierney III ’76
- MAJ. GEN. Edward W. Tonini ’64
- Msgr. Raymond J. Treece ’30 †
- A. Scott Treibly ’92
- Gary C. Ulmer '75
- Eugene C. Ulrich, Ph.D. ’56
- Patrick T. Vadden '92
- Andrew M. Varga ’83
- Donald T. Varga, M.D. '50
- Paul C. Varga ’81
- Blaine D. Vetter ’63
- W. Kip Viscusi, Ph. D. ’67
- Joseph P. Viviano ’55
- John B. Voor, Ph.D. ’42 †
- Anthony F. Vuturo, M.D., M.P.H. '58
- Jeffrey C. Wagner '95
- Kevin A. Wallace ’79
- John P. Walsh ’61
- Br. Peter Walsh, C.F.X. †
- Norbert J. Walsh ’40 †
- Edward H. Weber ’24 †
- Owen R. Weis ’41 †
- Raymond J. Weis ’61
- William A. White '86
- Chester Whitlow †
- William E. Wiegand ’37 †
- William J. Wieseman ’60
- Br. George A. Willenbrink, C.F.X. ’44 †
- Gerald F. Willinger ’86
- Rev. James Wiseman, O.S.B. ’59
- William C. Wolford ’82
- William O. Yates ’75
- Paul M. Young ’44 †
- Michael G. Zimmerer '66
Norbert J. Ackermann ’36 †
NORB ACKERMANN
1932-1936
Inducted in 1985
During his four years at St. X, Norb lettered in both basketball and football. He was captain of the 1935 football team and co-captain of the 1935-36 basketball team. After graduating from St. X, he attended the University of Tennessee where he earned his degree in Accounting and excelled in football, playing in the Orange Bowl (1939), the Rose Bowl (1940) and the Sugar Bowl (1941). Norb was captain of the 1940 team. Norb also served in the U.S. Army. Norb lives in Atlanta, Georgia where he is Senior Vice President of Cutters Exchange. Norb is a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and the America Apparel Manufactures’ Association. In his leisure, Norb enjoys golf and fishing.
Damian P. Alagia III, M.D. ’74
PAT ALAGIA
1970-1974
Inducted in 2008
- President of Safe Sedation PLLC, a healthcare management company that provides contract anesthesia services to ambulatory surgical centers in the Mid-Atlantic region.
- Senior Medical Device Consultant for Ethicon Women’s Health and Urology.
- Founder and former Director of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at The George Washington University Hospital.
- Former President of the Medical Society of the District of Columbia.
Victor M. Anderson, Jr. '07
VICTOR ANDERSON
2003-2007
Inducted in 2017
- Played tailback in the Canadian Football League for the Montreal Alouettes and led all rookies in all-purpose yards and touchdowns.
- Finished his collegiate career ranked 9th among Louisville’s all-time rushers, 7th in all-purpose yardage, and 3rd in all-time kickoff return average.
- Named Big East Rookie of the Year, Big East Freshman of the Year and a Freshman All-America.
- Finished St. X as the all-time leading rusher with 4,925 all-purpose yards and 81 all-purpose touchdowns.
- Three-time All-State honoree that helped lead the Tigers to a KHSAA state championship in 2004 and runner-up finish in 2005.
Mark Askin '90
MARK ASKINRaymond Baer †
COACH RAY BAER
1946-1952
Inducted in 1985
St. X Football coach from 1946-1952. Ray Baer’s dedication, service and contribution to the St. X football program, as well as to the St. X school community, are deeply cherished and remembered. Ray attended Manual High School where he earned four varsity letters in athletics. Ray played football and won the state championship in the high jump and was a member of Manual’s state championship basketball team. Upon graduation from Manual, Ray earned his degree at the University of Michigan and excelled in football winning the Yale Cup and being named All-American. Ray organized the first County Recreation Program for Youth in 1946. He was president of the Anshei Sfard Congregation and an honorary member of the West End Baptist Church. Ray served on the Board of the National Conference of Christians and Jews. Ray’s life was dedicated to the promotion of brotherhood. The Baer family supports an award which is given annually to a St. X senior. The award is given to the student “who most exemplifies the principles which Ray Baer believed in”. The student-athlete is one who gives 110% effort in the classroom and on the field, who demonstrates respect for self and others and who leads by example. If Ray were here physically, he would tell the Tigers, “play the game, but play it fair. Also, always remember how important mental attitude is. He’s the 12th man on the field.” Ray is here with us in spirit, tradition, and community called St. X.
While coaching the Tigers, Ray broke one of the longest losing streaks in school history in defeating Manual 38-0 in 1947. The Tigers were previously 0-14 against the Crimsons.
John T. Barrett ’43 †
JOHN BARRETT
1939-1943
Inducted in 1996
- Winning pitcher in all three games to earn St. X the state baseball championship in 1942.
- JV and Varsity baseball from 1940-1943.
- Athletic scholarship to the University of Notre Dame.
- Attended Notre Dame, Engineering, 1947.
- Varsity pitcher for Notre Dame baseball team 1944-45.
- Signed professional baseball contract with the Boston Red Sox; pitched for Durham, North Carolina and Roanoke, Virginia, in the Boston Red Sox system.
- Insurance adjuster for 39 years.
- Lector, usher in his parish, president of the men’s club.
- Fond memory of St. X: “rearranging the desks when Brother Alois was out of his classroom; surprisingly, Brother liked the new arrangement and kept it for the entire school year!”
Thomas C. Barry, Sr. ’42 †
TOM BARRY
1938-1942
Inducted in 1990
There was no doubt in 1938 where Thomas Barry would attend school. With his grandfather, a great uncle, and his own father graduating from Saint Xavier, his destiny was pretty much in place. What was unexpected was the legacy that this Tiger would leave in St. X history.
Tom Barry was a two-sport star at St. X. During his sophomore year he competed in football but decided to devote himself to his love for basketball and baseball. Mr. Barry excelled in both sports winning All-State and All-City honors in both sports his senior year. He continued his desire to compete while serving his country. Tom, a member of the 86th Infantry Division, competed in basketball and baseball for the United States Army during his 3 ½ year service tour.
Tom received an athletic/academic scholarship to Xavier University upon his graduation from St. X. However, the war interrupted Tom’s quest for his degree. At the conclusion of the war, Tom returned to the University of Louisville to complete his B.S. in Marketing.
All five of Tom’s sons graduated from Saint Xavier.
Tom is active with St. Pius Parish, the Little Sisters of the Poor organization, and he is a regular volunteer for the public library system.
It was interesting, when asked about his favorite memories of St. X, Tom replied, “I saw Mr. Butch Ober pitch!” That’s a pretty profound and humble statement from a man who was a standout himself. Tom Barry is a man of few words. He let his actions speak for him on the court and on the playing field as well as in his family life and community involvement. Tom Barry’s actions speak in volumes for his place in Tiger history.
Frank J. Beard ’57
FRANK BEARD
1953-1957
Inducted in 1984
Frank was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1968
State Golf Champion in 1957. Member of the state championship team in 1955, 1956 and 1957. Won many junior golf championships while at St. X. Received golf scholarship from the University of Florida where he went on to win many college championships. Selected All-Conference player for 4 years and All-American three years. Frank has won 11 major golf tournaments including the Tournament of Champions twice, The Westchester, and The Foster Brooks Pro-Celebrity here in Louisville. Frank was considered by many as “one of the finest young golfers to ever play the game”. Frank is now the Golf Director and Professional at the famous “Canyon Hotel” in Palm Springs, California. Frank says that “St. X has the best school spirit he has ever seen.”
Edwin J. Bell ’41 †
ED BELL
1937-1941
Inducted in 1997
- Honorable Mention football.
- All-State in basketball 1941.
- Three years varsity status in both basketball and football.
- Xavier University – football and basketball.
- University of Louisville – basketball.
- Highest scoring record at All-Kentucky Conference basketball tournament in late 1940’s.
- U.S. Army 1943-1945.
- Top sales awards as furniture manufacturer's representative.
- Active at St. Michael’s Church in Houston, Texas.
Robert F. Bender, Sr. ’51 †
BOB BENDER
1947-1951
Inducted in 1996
- Played football from 1947 to 1951, and baseball from 1947 to 1950.
- Elected to All-State team twice.
- Elected to the Ray Baer All-Time team.
- Batted over .500 his senior baseball season.
- Attended the University of Louisville, BS Marketing, 1957.
- U of L football four years, baseball one year, Lineman of the Year 1953.
- Elected to the University of Louisville Hall of Fame 1992.
- Military service 1954-1956.
- Currently retired President and CEO Airguard Industries.
- Profile Business First 1988.
- University of Louisville Board of Overseers, Athletic Board.
- St. Martha School Board.
- Director, College Football Hall of Fame, Louisville chapter.
- Fond Memory of St. X: “Intercepting Ashland pass for a 53-yard touchdown run; winning state baseball championship in 1951; remembering the Brothers who taught him during his four years.”
C. Joseph Bergamini ’73
JOE BERGAMINI
1969-1973
Inducted in 2003
- Played baseball and basketball all four years earning two varsity letters in each sport.
- Named Second Team All-7th Region and recipient of the Brother Benjamin Award during senior basketball campaign.
- As a junior, helped the baseball squad to a 29-2 record and an appearance in the state quarterfinals.
- Led the baseball team to the state finals and a 28-4 record in 1973.
- Selected to the 1973 baseball All-Tournament team.
- Served as an assistant coach on the 1981 State Championship baseball team.
- Entering his 19th season as head basketball coach with a record of 289-204, the most wins of any basketball coach in school history.
- Guided St. X to the Sweet 16 in 1995 where the Tigers upset Greenwood in the first round.
- Named 7th Region Coach of the Year six times by the Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches and four times by The Courier Journal.
- Selected by The Voice Tribune as Coach of the Year in 2002.
- Coached the Kentucky High School All-Stars in summer of 2002.
- Earned one letter in basketball and four in baseball at Bellarmine College.
- Also coached St. Barnabas 7th & 8th grade basketball and Buechel Little League baseball.
- Graduated #1 in his class at St. X.
- Earned bachelor degree from Bellarmine in 1978 and MBA in 1984.
- Now in his 26th year of teaching at St. X.
- Recipient of the Xaverian Brothers Faculty Excellence Award in 1993 and the Theodore James Ryken Award in 1997.
- Active member of St. Martha parish.
Kevin Bick '09
KEVIN BICKErnest M. Bidwell ’48
ERNIE BIDWELL
1944-1948
Inducted in 1986
While as St. X, Ernie lettered in three sports – football, track and basketball. His achievements are many. Ernie was named First Team All-City and County; Second Team All-State; the Club 32 Most Valuable Player. He received the American Legion Schenley Post Sportsmanship Award and was named Falls City Outstanding Player. In addition, Ernie was active in CSMC and vice president of his senior class. After St. X, Ernie received his degree in Geology at St. Joseph’s College where he played football for four years receiving Honorable Mention by the Midlands Conference in his junior year and making Second Team as a senior. Ernie is a construction engineer for Hazelet and Erdal and Assistant Resident Engineer for Construction Ashland-Alexandria Highway. A member of St. Stephen Martyr Church. Ernie enjoys family activities, yard work, boating and swimming. “From the grand staircase to the mashed potatoes on the tin plates in the lunchroom, I liked everything in the old. St. X; the long walk to football practice after school on Clay and Kentucky Streets. Play hard and study hard,” is Ernie’s advice to our students today.
E. Thomas Bishop, Jr. ’69
TOM BISHOP
1965-1969
Inducted in 2000
- Varsity letter winner in football and track.
- Earned City All-Star and All-State honors at wide receiver.
- Compiled more than 300 yards in receptions against Trinity, including 149 yards in a stunning 19-12 upset of the state champion Shamrocks on October 11, 1968.
- Once held the school record for most receiving yards per catch.
- Track team captain his senior year.
- City long jump champion in 1969.
- Won the bronze medal in the long jump at the state meet.
- Established the school record in the triple jump.
- Awarded NCAA football scholarship to the University of Louisville.
- Was a varsity letterman at flanker and played on the Cardinal squad the won the Missouri Valley Conference Championship in 1972 and finished the season ranked 18th in the nation.
- Made MVC Academic Honor Roll and named Outstanding Varsity Football Scholar in 1970-1972.
- Earned a B.A. with Highest Honors from U of L in 1973.
- Graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Law in 1976.
- Currently an Attorney at Law and President of Bishop & Hummert, P.C. in Dallas, Texas.
- Member of Texas, National, and Dallas Bar Associations.
Richard A. Blair ’66
RICK BLAIR
1962-1966
Inducted in 2001
- Served as head soccer coach for 12 years compiling a record of 171-61-14, the fourth winningest record in the KHSAA soccer history.
- His teams won state championships in 1994 and 1997.
- Coach Blair guided the Tigers to four consecutive district titles (1994-1997) and regional titles in 1992, 1994, 1996, and 1997 as well as Final Four appearances in 1992, 1994 and 1997.
- He garnered several coaching awards, including the Kentucky High School Soccer Coaches Association coach of the Year in 1994 and 1997, and the 1996 NFICA Kentucky Boy’s Soccer Coach of the Year.
- Coach Blair is especially proud of his 1994 state championship squad for winning the Sportsmanship Award from the Jefferson County Soccer Officials Association for their conduct on the field.
- During his final season coaching soccer, the 1997 state championship squad posted an impressive 22-2 record, with both losses coming in overtime shoot-outs. Coach Blair received five different “Coach of the Year” awards that year, including state and regional honors from the National Soccer Coaches of America.
- As a student at St. X, he ran track for three years and helped set the JV 880-yard relay record seven times during his sophomore year.
- Earned his B.A. from Bellarmine and received his Master’s in Education and Principal’s Certification from Spalding University.
- Currently in his 24th year of teaching at St. X, and served 8 years as Director of Students.
- Previous recipient of the Herman Miles Teaching Award.
- Active member of St. Lawrence Church, serving on the school board and winning two city championships as head baseball coach.
Harry E. Blandford, Sr. ’35 †
HARRY BLANDFORD
1931-1935
Inducted in 2004
- Starting center for St. X’s 1935 State Championship and National Catholic Tournament Championship basketball team.
- Named First Team All-Tournament and Sweet 16 MVP for his controlling the boards and playing tough defense.
- Guided the Edentide Basketball Club to seven Kentuckiana Amateur Athletic Union (A.A.U.) Tournament Titles and two Major Falls Cities League Championships (1939 and 1940).
- Was the M.F.C. League’s leading scorer and MVP in 1940.
- Set National A.A.U. Tournament record by scoring 37 points in 68-35 victory over Billings, Montana in 1940.
- Led the Peaslee-Gaulbert Corporation to consecutive Industrial League championships including an undefeated season in scoring title in 1940.
- Served three years in U.S. Navy earning a victory medal and honorable discharge.
- Served as regional president of the National Office Management Association.
- Active member at Holy Spirit Church until his death in 1987.
Richard A. Blocker, Sr. ’55
DICK BLOCKER
1951-1955
Inducted in 1991
“From my heart I want to thank all those people who made Saint Xavier High School a worthwhile memory,” those are the words of Richard “Dickie” Blocker. Richard graduated from St. X in 1955, and his contribution to St. X during his four years is a worthwhile memory that always warms the heart.
A four-year letterman in football, basketball, and track, it is easy to see that Dickie Blocker was no ordinary athlete. In 1955, Dickie finished third in the state in his individual event in track. He was selected to the All-Region team in basketball, and he was a unanimous choice for the All-State football team.
His team at St. X was meaningful for Dickie as he explains, “I do appreciate the dedicated Xaverian Brothers who taught me, all the coaches, especially John Meihaus, and the institution for what it represents in education.”
Dickie continued his football-playing career at the University of Kentucky, where he was awarded an athletic scholarship. Once he completed his B.A. in education at UK, he went on to Murray State University to receive an M.A. in Education. In addition to his formal education, Dickie served in the United States Army, where he participated in athletics during 1960-61.
In sales with the L.P. Chick Company, Dickie has two sons, Daniel and Dickie Jr. He still enjoys physical conditioning, golf and taking non-credit college courses as part of his leisure time. An active member of St. Barnabas Church, Dickie still finds time to participate in the Electrical Clearing House of Louisville as well as the “K-men” Association for UK lettermen.
“Once a person makes a commitment in life, be bound to its achievement. Make adjustments when and where necessary, but never, never, quit!” Those words belong to Richard “Dickie” Blocker, whose contributions are a testimony to never, never quitting.
Stephen J. Bocko ’65
STEVE BOCKO
1961-1965
Inducted in 2003
- Earned a total of nine varsity letters: three each in football, basketball, and baseball.
- Was a member of the 1962 State Championship football team.
- Had a stellar senior campaign as starting quarterback guiding the Tigers to a #4 ranking and outscoring opponents 255-66.
- Scored two touchdowns and passed for another in a 46-6 romp over Trinity.
- Named All-City and Honorable Mention All-State
- Key reserve on Tigers’ 1965 basketball squad helping the team to an 18-4 record and the L.I.T. crown.
- Served as an assistant coach for baseball and football from 1970-1972.
- Awarded athletic scholarship to Virginia Tech and earned three varsity letters in football.
- Named team captain his senior year and helped the Hokies earn a national ranking and a berth in the 1968 Liberty Bowl versus Ole Miss.
- Selected as Honorable Mention All-American.
- Twice named Virginia Tech’s Defensive Player of the Week.
- Hired as an assistant football coach at Wake Forest in 1972.
- Served as head football coach at Westport High School (1979-1980), Doss (1981-1982), Jeffersontown (1983-1993) and Ballard (1994-1997).
- Twice named Jefferson County 4A Coach of the Year (1983 and 1993).
- Coached in two Kentucky/Tennessee All-Star games.
- Served as president of the Jefferson County Coaches Association and secretary/treasurer of the Kentucky Football Coaches Association.
- Obtained B.S. degree from Virginia Tech in 1970 and M.S. from University of Louisville in 1978.
- Earned Rank I Administration in 1997 and Principalship Certification in 2000.
- Currently serves as Assistant Principal at Butler Traditional High School.
- Active member at St. Martha parish.
J. Chris Bohnert '89
CHRIS BOHNERT
1985-1989
Inducted in 2012
- Two-time KHSAA state doubles tennis champion and three-time team champion.
- Earned All-State honors for three consecutive seasons and named an All-American in 1989.
- Top-ranked collegiate doubles player, leading teams in victories all four years.
- Competed professionally, earning the #1 ranking in Kentucky’s Men’s Open USTA Team to the Nationals with Southern Team Championships in 1995 and 1996.
Gary Boice '62
GARY BOICEPaul P. Bollinger ’52
PAUL BOLLINGER
1948-1952
Inducted in 1985
While at St. X, Paul excelled as a swimmer, played football and was a member of the Rosary Club. In 1948, Paul was a nominee for Kentucky Athlete of the Year. In 1949, he was chosen Kentucky Athlete of the Year. In 1950, Paul was selected to the All-American High School Swimming Team. From 1947-1951, he was the winner of the Ohio Cross River Swim. Paul attended UK where he earned his degree in Business and continued his outstanding career as a swimmer. He broke many SEC records which earned his induction to UK’s Hall of Fame at Memorial Coliseum. In 1952, he made the Olympic Trials for the Helsinki Games. Paul spent six years in the Army Reserve as an M.P. Presently, Paul is a real estate developer and is active in the YMCA, the Selective Service Board, the Boy Scouts of America and Mission House. Paul enjoys squash, snow and water skiing, golf and tennis. He still swims three days a week.
Damon R. Bootes ’86
DAMON BOOTES
1982-1986
Inducted in 2006
- Earned two varsity letters in soccer and was a four-year starter.
- Helped the JV Tigers to an undefeated season and a city championship as a freshman.
- Finished his junior year with another undefeated season and a regional title.
- Was named First Team All-State as a senior and considered to be one of the most talented offensive players.
- Named Kentucky/U.S. Army Gatorade Boys Soccer Player of the Year.
- Played four years at Indiana University.
- Helped IU to a national championship in 1988 as a sophomore.
- Coached soccer for more than 10 years at Jeffersontown, Ballard, club level and the state’s Olympic Development Programs.
- Led the Ballard Bruins to two state titles and a national championship in six seasons.
- Named Kentucky High School Coach of the Year twice and National High School Coach of the Year.
- Graduated from Indiana University in 1990 with a degree in Sports Marketing and Advertising.
- Currently serves as Safety and Security Officer for Five M Transportation.
Thomas P. Borders ’61
TOM BORDERS
1957-1961
Inducted in 2003
Tom was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2018
- Named MVP of the JV team that won the city championship in 1958.
- Multi-talented athlete playing quarterback, defensive back, and punter.
- Named co-captain and starting quarterback as a senior leading the team to a 9-2 record.
- Selected Honorable Mention All-City by The Courier Journal.
- Graduated from Notre Dame in 1965 with a B.A. in English.
- Earned a M.A. from Michigan in 1966.
- Founded Borders Book Stores in 1971.
- Member of the Board of Trustees for the Tapestry Foundation.
- Serves on the Board of Advisors for the University of Texas Press and the Harry Ransom Center at University of Texas.
Rev. Ted Bowling '41
TED BOWLINGBr. Borgia Brigandi, C.F.X. †
BR. BORGIA
1975-1997
Inducted in 2002
- Assistant track and cross country coach from 1974-1993.
- Helped guide St. X to eight consecutive cross country regional titles (1980-1987) and state titles in 1974, 1979, 1980, 1983 and 1984.
- Guided the track team to eight regional crowns (1976, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1989, 1990, 1991, and 1992), four sectional titles (1984, 1985, 1991, and 1992) and a state championship in 1991.
- Became a well-respected track meet official and served as referee for the A and AA state meets for many years.
- Served as a track meet manager in the 1970’s organizing the regional meets and running all of the field events.
- Served as Flaget’s Athletics Director in the early 70’s.
- Entered the Xaverian Brothers in September of 1949.
- Earned his Bachelor’s degree from Catholic University of America in 1955 and his Master’s degree in 1968.
- Taught math at Flaget from 1958 until it closed in 1974 and then taught at St. X until his retirement in 1997.
C. Maxwell Brown, M.D. ’55 †
MAX BROWN
1951-1955
Inducted 1987
Max was the main force on the tennis team during his four years at St. X. He was state runner-up in 1952. In 1955 he became the State High School Champion. He was also National Interscholastic Runner-up in 1955. After St. X, Max attended the University of Notre Dame on an athletic scholarship and was co-captain of the tennis team in 1959 and 1960. Max graduated cum laude in pre-med and is presently a doctor of internal medicine. Max also served two years in the Navy. In 1987, Max was inducted into the Kentucky Tennis Hall of Fame. In his leisure, Max enjoys fishing, hunting, and gardening. Among his memories of St. X is the preparation he received from the Brothers to live a Christian life.
Jouett T. Brown ’52 †
JOUETT BROWN
1948-1952
Inducted in 1999
- Low scoring average (73.0) on the 1952 State Championship golf team.
- Member of the 1951 and 1952 Regional Championship golf teams.
- Member of the 1951 and 1952 State Champion St. X golf teams.
- In 1950, five of the top six players on the St. X team were members of the Brown family.
- Twenty two members of the Brown family have played golf at St. X.
- #1 player on Coach John Dromo’s University of Louisville golf team.
- Kentucky Intercollegiate Champion.
- Two-time Falls City Champion.
- Broke Gay Brewer’s record by shooting 205 to win the River Road Invitational in 1955.
- Kentucky Public Links Champion.
- Southern Ohio and Greater Cincinnati PGA Champion.
Terrance A. Brown ’89
TAB BROWN
1985-1989
Inducted in 2005
- Multi-sport athlete earning varsity letters in football, basketball and baseball.
- Member of the 1986 state championship football team.
- Earned All-District honors in football as a senior.
- As a freshman on the varsity baseball team, hit game-winning homerun in the sectional final against Holy Cross to put St. X in the 1986 state final four.
- Delivered another game-winning homerun in the 1987 regional tournament against Eastern.
- Had an outstanding junior season batting .436 with 12 homeruns and 55 RBIs while going 9-1 with a 1.47 ERA and 85 strikeouts.
- Named Regional MVP and All-Semi-state in 1988 as St. X went 30-5 and reached the state final four for the second time in three years.
- Led the Tigers to a 22-6 record in his senior campaign.
- Named Kentucky’s Mr. Baseball in 1989 and received the state’s Gatorade Circle of Champions Award.
- Finished St. X career with school record 30 homeruns.
- Drafted in the second round, 32nd overall, in the 1989 Major League Baseball Draft. Pitched four years in the Atlanta Braves organization.
Tighe A. Brown '95
TIGHE BROWN
1991-1995
Inducted in 2010
- Earned nine varsity letters in three sports for St. X (baseball, basketball, football).
- Named All-State in football as a punter, he was part of the 1992 state championship team.
- Starting forward for the basketball team that advanced to the Sweet Sixteen.
- All-District, All-Region and All-Semi-State as a senior pitcher for the baseball team.
- Played professional baseball from 1995 until 2003.
- Owner of Rubber Mulch of Kentucky.
Timothy C. Brown, Jr. ’68
TIM BROWN
1964-1968
Inducted in 1994
- KIT golf champion – 1968.
- Golf regional and state champions – 1968.
- Junior Falls City golf champion – 1968.
- Held the best match season average score until broke by Pat Vadden ’92.
- B.A., Eastern Kentucky University; M.B.A., University of Louisville.
- Golf team, Eastern Kentucky University.
- Team captain – 1971-1972.
- President, Thomas Industries, Inc.
- Director, National City Bank, Kentucky.
- Director, National Association of Manufacturers.
- Fondest Memory: The golf team playing golf not only after school, but also before school and coaches Donlon and Riebel.
Paul B. Browne ’65
PAUL BROWNE
1961-1965
Paul was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1998
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Scott D. Budnick ’89
SCOTT BUDNICK
1985-1989
Inducted in 2009
- All-State goalkeeper for St. X and as a senior, he allowed an average of less than one goal per game.
- Played for the United State Under-18 and Under-20 national teams.
- Honors from The College of William and Mary include, Best Rookie, Team MVP, All-Conference, All-State, and NSCAA Regional All-America.
- Picked in the 14th round of the MLS inaugural draft and played four seasons of professional soccer.
Scott J. Budnik ’80
SCOTT BUDNIK
1976-1980
Inducted in 2007
- All-American high jumper at St. X and University of Houston.
- Tied St. X’s school record at the 1980 state meet by clearing 6 feet, 8 inches.
- Named to the NCAA Division One All-American Track and Field Team in 1984.
- Best indoor high jump was 7 feet, 4 ½ inches, which qualified him for 1984 Olympic Trials.
David B. Buechler ’75
DAVID BUECHLER
1971-1975
Inducted in 1988
David represents self-discipline in action. At St. X, David was a member of the cross country and track teams. In 1974 he was state champion in both track and cross country, setting a state record in the mile. David excelled in academics as well. He won the St. X Award for Outstanding Student and was named a National Merit Scholar. After graduation, David went to Clemson University, earning a degree in History. He ran track and cross country for Clemson. He was an Atlantic Coast Conference Scholar – Athlete (1976-1979) and a two-time qualifier for the NCAA Cross Country Championship. David received the Outstanding History Student Award and graduated with highest honors. David also attended Stanford Law School receiving his J.D. Degree in 1983. Currently, he is an attorney with the firm Brown, Todd and Heyburn. He is a member of the Louisville and Kentucky Bar Associations and serves on the American Bar Association’s Committee on Regulation of Land Sales. David advises the Tigers to realize that “effort is more important than success” and “to gain more from defeat than victory”.
Joseph P. Buechler ’81
JOE BUECHLER
1977-1981
Inducted in 1993
Joe is considered the “Fastest Man in Cross Country and the Two Mile in Track.” His two mile time of 9:09 and cross country time of 14:52 still holds today as the fastest ever run by a Kentucky high school boy.
While at St. X, Joe was a leader on the campus and truly one who could be looked up to by his classmates. Joe earned a National Merit Letter of Commendation and graduated in the top 5% before accepting an athletic scholarship to Auburn University.
During his four years of track and cross country, he was All-State five times, earned four state championships and was a four-time All-American.
At Auburn, he continued his track and cross country success while earning a B.A. in History. In 1987 he continued his education by earning a M.B.A. from Indiana University.
Joe continues to be involved with running today by serving on the Board of the Cherokee Road Runners. In addition, he is an investment analyst at Capitol Holding Corporation.
Joe offers this to young men, “Certain discipline is required to balance competing demands of the classroom, playing field (or track in my case) and your friends during high school. My advice is to use all that St. X offers to develop this balance. As demands vary over the years, the frame-work for dealing with them will not.”
Mark A. Buechler ’76
MARK BUECHLER
1972-1976
Inducted in 1998
- Undefeated singles tennis state champion in 1975 and 1976.
- Regional singles champion 1974, 1975 and 1976; doubles champion in 1973.
- Courier Journal High School Tennis Player of the Year in 1975 and 1976.
- Southern Region doubles champion in 1976.
- Earned tennis scholarship to Clemson University.
- Graduated St. X with a 4.0 GPA.
- National Merit Finalist.
- Chemistry Award winner.
- Rensselaer Award for Math and Science in 1975.
- 1977-80 college tennis team captain.
- 1978-79 Atlantic Coast Conference champion number one doubles
- 1979-80 ACC champion number four singles.
- 1979-80 ACC team championship.
- Awarded NCAA postgraduate scholarship for athletic and academic excellence in 1980.
- Earned a 4.0 GPA at Clemson University.
- Ph.D. in English, Indiana University 1992.
- Career professor in Literature and Writing.
- Writer, researcher, editor, policy analyst on education issues.
- Columnist, “Blues Review”, a monthly publication covering the blues scene.
Richard S. Buehner ’77
RICK BUEHNER
1973-1977
Inducted in 1988
During his time at St. X, Rick was an outstanding athlete. He played football and ran track for all four years and played basketball for three years. Rick won numerous awards for his athletic prowess, including being named All-City in football for two years and All-State in 1976. He was named All-American by Parade Magazine and Catholic Magazine, among other honors. Rick played football for Notre Dame for two year, and was a member of the 1977 National Champion Fighting Irish team. He transferred to UK where he completed a degree in Business Administration Marketing and also earned a M.B.A. In 1980, the Courier-Journal/Louisville Times named Rick the Kentucky High School Athlete of the Decade -1970s. Currently, Rick is the Southeast Division Marketing Director for Kentucky Fried Chicken Corp. Rick’s advice to the Tigers is, “temper your bold determination with a sense of humor and a steadfast positive attitude and life will offer you many friends and opportunities.”
Nicholas C. Burckel, Ph.D. ’61
NICK BURCKEL
1957-1961
Inducted in 2009
- Retired from Marquette University as Dean of Libraries and Associate Professor of History.
- Received two Presidential Appointments to the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.
- One of three finalists for the position of Archivist of the United State.
- Recipient of University of Wisconsin-Parkside’s Distinguished Service Award, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Distinguished Alumnus Award, and Wisconsin Library Association’s Librarian of the Year.
C. Clark Burckle, Jr. ’06
CLARK BURCKLE
2002-2006
Inducted in 2015
- Earned five individual KHSAA swim championships and four team championships.
- Achieved All-American status 13 times and twice named Kentucky Male Swimmer of the Year.
- Set a state meet record (2006) and was a two-time National Champion (2006).
- Gold medal winner for the U.S. Junior National team (2006).
- NCAA champion in the 200 breaststroke at the University of Arizona (2010).
- Member of the 2012 U.S. Summer Olympic team.
J. Alan Burke '68
AL BURKE
1964-1968
Inducted in 2017
- Partner at Heyburn, Burke, Robinson & Bunnell.
- Held leadership roles as a member of Saint Xavier’s Board of Directors and Alumni Association Board of Directors, and received the school’s St. Francis Xavier Award.
- Held leadership roles a member of Bellarmine University’s Board of Overseers and Alumni Board of Directors and was inducted in the school’s Scarlet & Silver Society.
- Star catcher and member of the Bellarmine University Athletic Hall of Fame.
- Former head baseball coach of St. X and Bellarmine teams.
Damian R. Burke ’81
DAMIAN BURKE
1977-1981
Inducted in 1996
- Football 1977-1981.
- Track 1977-1980.
- All-State football team 1979, 1980.
- Holds St. X shotput record of 57’10”.
- Brother Benjamin Award 1980.
- All-American Catholic High School team, Archdiocese of Chicago newspaper survey.
- Attended Georgia Tech, BS Engineering 1985.
- College football 1981-1985.
- Serves regularly at Saint Martin de Porres Mission for distribution of meals to the homeless.
- Major fundraiser for Atlanta March of Dimes.
- Currently works as manager for KMPG Peat Marwick.
- St. X Memory: “Upsetting Coach Stewart by waving at a TV camera the day before the Trinity game.”
Christopher A. Burke ’98
CHRIS BURKE
1994-1998
Inducted in 2009
- All-State, All-Region, and All-District baseball player for St. X, and was named Honorable Mention All-America.
- All-America and All-SEC selection that rewrote both the University of Tennessee’s single-season and career record books, establishing six season marks and eight career standards.
- Was drafted in the first round by the Houston Astros following his junior year at Tennessee.
- Has also played professional baseball for the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres.
Frank W. Burke, Sr. ’38 †
FRANK BURKE
1934-1938
Inducted in 1986
Frank was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1975
During his four years at St. X, Frank lettered in football and basketball and was Valedictorian of his graduating class. Upon graduating from St. X, Frank continued to play football and lettered at the University of Southern California. He earned his Ph.B, Summa Cum Laude at Xavier University and his Doctor Juris at the University of Louisville. Frank also served four years in the U.S. Army being awarded Battle Stars for action in the campaigns in Normandy, the Rhineland and Central Europe during World War II. Frank is well known for his service to the people of Louisville, Jefferson County and the State of Kentucky having served as a member of the House of Representatives of the Kentucky General Assembly, as a member of the United States Congress and as Mayor of Louisville. Frank has served as a member of the Board of Trustees of Spalding University; the Board of Directors Our Lady of Peace Hospital and as Chairman of the Kentucky Certificate of Need and Health Facilities License Board. Frank is active as an attorney. Among his memories of St. X is the “spirit of community established by the Xaverian Brothers among the students and the challenges and opportunities to achieve to the full extent of one’s abilities.” Frank’s advice to today’s St. X students is “to accept the exceptional opportunity which you have learned to grow and to expand your vision of the world. It does not come easy; apply your best efforts every day.”
Bernard L. Burmester ’62 †
LEO BURMESTER
1958-1962
Leo was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1991
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Raymond M. Burse, Jr. ’02
RAYMOND BURSE
1998-2002
Inducted in 2015
- 30th pick by FC Dallas and first goalkeeper selected in the 2006 Major League Soccer Super Draft.
- Played six professional seasons in the MLS with both All-Star and team honors.
- Collegiate career for Ohio State included two NCAA Championship appearances, All-Conference honors, and two-time team Defensive MVP recognition.
- Played goalkeeper for both U.S. Midwest Regional Team and State Olympic Development Team.
- Earned national and state honors including, Mr. Soccer, Kentucky Player of the Year, KHSAA State Champions and All-America.
David F. Butler, Sr. ’63
DAVE BUTLER
1959-1963
Inducted in 2000
- Played baseball four years and earned two varsity letters.
- Was team captain his senior year.
- Also ran cross country.
- Coached baseball at St. X for 20 years, including 9 as varsity head coach.
- Coached the Tigers to the 1981 State Baseball Championship and was named Kentucky Baseball Coach of the Year that season.
- Won more than 70% of his games as head coach (169-65) to go along with two state Final Four appearances, three regional titles, and seven district championships.
- Was the Kentucky nominee for the National Baseball Coach of the Year in 1986.
- Earned the Scholastic Coach Award in 1987.
- Also served two years as head swim coach and eight years coaching freshman football.
- His 1971 freshman football team finished the year a perfect 12-0.
- Played four years of college baseball at Bellarmine and was team captain his senior year.
- Earned his B.A. from Bellarmine in 1967 and his M.A. from Louisville.
- Has taught 34 years, including 30 years of teaching Spanish I and II at St. X.
Paul G. Byrd ’88
PAUL BYRD
1984-1988
Inducted in 2010
- As co-captain in 1988, he helped St. X to a 30-5 record as the Tigers claimed district, region, and semi-state titles and made an appearance in the state final four.
- Compiled a record of 9-2 with 1.23 ERA and 126 strikeouts in 75 innings while batting .353 with 8 homeruns and 29 RBIs as a senior.
- Signed athletic scholarship with LSU where he compiled a 31-11 record and helped the Tigers to three straight College World Series berths including the 1991 College World Series Championship.
- As a sophomore, he earned All-American and All-SEC honors with a 17-6 record.
- Graduated from LSU with an Economics degree and received All-SEC Academic honors.
- After bouncing around in the minor leagues, he made his major league debut in July of 1995 with the New York Mets.
- Had a breakout year in 1999 with the Philadelphia Phillies going 15-11 and becoming the only St. X graduate to be selected for Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game.
- Led the Kansas City Royals with a 17-11 record and a league-best 7 complete games in 2002.
- Signed contract with the Atlanta Braves prior to 2003 season.
- Retired from MLB in 2009.
Michael G. Cahill ’60 †
MIKE CAHILL
1956-1960
Inducted in 1999
- Lettered in football, baseball, and basketball.
- Member of the state championship football team in 1957.
- Member of the state championship basketball team in 1958.
- Football Player of the Week three times and All-City in 1959.
- Leading hitter in the 7th Region in 1960 baseball season.
- Turned down professional baseball offer to attend Virginia Tech.
- Lettered in football, basketball, and baseball while at Virginia Tech.
- One of only two players in Tech history to play for both football and basketball conference championship teams.
- Nominated to the Virginia Tech All-Century Football team.
- Set Virginia Tech and Conference record with three interceptions in one game.
Br. Conrad Callahan, C.F.X. ’38 †
BR. CONRAD
1934-1938
Br. Conrad was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1974
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Chase K. Carraro '09
CHASE CARRARO
2005-2009
Inducted in 2017
- 13th pick in the Major League Lacrosse draft and played for the Ohio Machine for two seasons.
- Three-time ECAC All-League honoree and two-time NCAA Lacrosse All-American at Denver University.
- Finished collegiate career ranked 3rd all-time in ground balls, 4th all-time in ground balls per game, and 4th all-time with a 57% face-off winning percentage.
- Two-time U.S. Lacrosse All-American and member of Kentucky lacrosse state championship teams in 2008 and 2009.
- Ranked 26th best midfielder in the nation by Inside Lacrosse as a St. X senior.
Earl L. Carter, Jr. ’50 †
EARL CARTER
1946-1950
Inducted in 2000
- Earned four varsity letters in track and three in football.
- Also played basketball during his freshman and sophomore years.
- Was co-captain and Most Valuable Player during his senior football campaign.
- Led St. X to its first-ever track state title in 1950 with victories in the high jump and long jump.
- Accounted for almost half of the Tigers 67 points in a record breaking performance his senior year at the New Albany Relays.
- Also tallied 14 ½ points that year in the Regional meet.
- A member of University of Kentucky’s freshman football team in 1950.
- Was the starting cornerback/safety in 1952 until an injury ended his career.
- Attended UK and University of Louisville and earned a B.A. in each Marketing and Management.
- Served 22 years on the Louisville Fire Department, retiring in 1976 as Captain.
- Co-founded Belgray Auto Sales in 1978.
- Has spent 20 years as a grade school and YMCA football coach including a 6th Grade Toy Bowl Championship in 1976.
William B. Cassidy ’62
BILL CASSIDY
1958-1962
Inducted in 1994
- Basketball All-Regional team – 1961 and 1962.
- Basketball First Team All-State – 1962.
- Member Kentucky High School All-Stars vs. Indiana.
- Baseball All-Regional Team – 1961 and 1962.
- B.A., University of Dayton.
- Captain, Dayton basketball team – 1966.
- Lead team in free throw percentage (.901) – 1965 and 1966.
- Played in three NCAA basketball tournaments.
- Drafted by the Cincinnati Royals (NBA) – 1962.
- Regional sales manager, Allied Tube and Conduit.
- Board of Directors, Grimsley High School Booster Club.
- National Salesmanship Club, Steel Manufacturers.
- 1990 North Carolina salesmanship award.
- Fondest memory: My entire four years at St. X, especially starting at the old school and finishing at the new one.
Alex Cecil ’35 †
ALEX CECIL
1931-1935
Inducted in 1990
When you begin to look at the life of Alex Cecil the word “service” to his fellow man is written all over it.
A 1935 graduate of Saint Xavier, Alex was a four year letterman, and an All-City end on the St. X football team. One of Alex’s favorite memories occurred during his sophomore year when he blocked a punt against Manual which spurred the St. X team to defeat Manual for the first time.
Alex is an active member of Holy Rosary Church, and the Knights of Columbus. He is host for an annual picnic held for the Catholic sisters located in the middle Tennessee area. He is retired from Western Electric with 47 years of service. He has served as president of the Communication Workers of America local for 27 years. He is presently involved in fund raising projects for Sisters of Mercy Mother House in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition, he is the president of “Sisters Hot Line” which is a service group for troubled youth.
Alex’s advice to St. X students is, “Take advantage of the Catholic education that you have been offered.” All of Alex’s grandchildren have attended parochial schools. A widower, Alex and his wife Mildred Earl were married for 50 years and were blessed with three lovely daughters – Nancy, Suzanne, and Alexis. For 20 years from 1935 to 1955, Alex never missed a home football game until he was transferred to Nashville by Western Electric. He still attends at least one home football game each year. His love and dedication to the school began while he was a student at St. X when he would work at the school after practice and during the summer in maintaining the property. As Alex has said, “the students should show their appreciation to the teachers and coaches for the great work and time they give.”
Alex, your appreciation for St. X has shown like a beacon in your service to St. X and our community.
John F. Cecil ’32 †
JOHN CECIL
1929-1932
Inducted in 1984
All-City, All-State quarterback and captain of the 1932 football team. Being an orphan, John had always felt a deep appreciation for the guidance and leadership given him by the Xaverian Brothers. John Cecil never missed a football game either home or away for 35 years. He was president of the Tiger Boosters for 15 years. He organized and helped make successful the St. X football program. John was a spearhead in putting on the first football game between St. X and Central High School. John Cecil loved everything about St. X and he will always be remembered and loved by St. X.
Tendai K. Charasika ’96
TENDAI CHARASIKA
1992-1996
Inducted in 2007
- Won three individual state wrestling titles at St. X.
- Tallied 27 touchdowns and more than 1,700 rushing yards as a senior captain of the 1995 state championship football team.
- Earned All-State, All-County, and All-District honors in 1995.
- Played ten games as a true freshman at U of L and finished 2nd on the team in rushing with 318 yards.
Paul R. Charron ’60
PAUL CHARRON
1956-1960
Paul was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2000
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Thomas D. Clines, Jr. ’24 †
THOMAS CLINES
1920-1924
Inducted in 1994
- Along with his brother Bill, was the youngest state doubles champion.
- Tennis team captain – 1923 and 1924.
- Lettered in football, basketball, and baseball.
- Xavier University, BA.
- Lettered in football two years at Xavier University.
- 17-2-1 as starting quarterback.
- Two-time captain, three letters in tennis.
- Also lettered in basketball and baseball.
- Inducted into the Xaverian Athletic Hall of Fame, 1987.
- Vice President and Treasurer, Loveman’s Department Store.
- Founder, President and Chairman, Bank of Oak Ridge.
- President, Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Rotary.
- Founder, Chattanooga Tennis Club, 1933.
- Fondest memory: The things learned from his family, the Brothers at St. X and the priests at Xavier allowed him to be successful in athletics and in his business skills.
Br. Constant C.F.X. †
BR. CONSTANT
Inducted in 1989
Br. Constant passed away in 1946 following a heart seizure. He was in his 27th year of service among the Xaverian Brothers, a well-known, popular, and loved individual. Br. Constant was described in a magazine article as “one of those characters gifted by God with that unattainable ability to win the respect and admiration of American youth.” That was certainly true during his years at Saint Xavier High School in the early 1920’s teaching and coaching the basketball team. He was national recognition as a basketball coach when his team won the National Catholic title. His seven years in Louisville “left an indelible imprint on the minds of the boys who came in contact with him.” Br. Fabius remembers Br. Constant as his “tutor coach” in football and as a dedicated individual who remained active as a coach throughout his career.
Joseph M. Conti ’64
JOE CONTI
1960-1964
Inducted in 2001
- Went undefeated during his senior campaign in the 100-yard dash, setting the state record with a time of 9.8 seconds and winning the individual state crown.
- Earned three varsity letters in track and one for cross country.
- As a junior, he was a member of the 1963 State Champion Track squad.
- His senior year, he was named captain of the track team and went undefeated in dual-meet competition and placed third in the state finals.
- Teamed with Dave Brown ’65, Mike Kelly ’64, and Chuck Roberts ’65 to break the regional and school record in the mile relay as a senior, shattering the mark he set as a junior with Kelly, Rocky Graf ’64, and H.G. Hagan ’63.
- Finished first in the 60-yard dash during the 1964 Mason Dixon Games.
- Claimed two medals in the 1963 Mason Dixon Games, one for finishing first in the one mile relay, and another for finishing second in the 70-yard dash.
- Lettered in track at the University of Cincinnati.
- Earned his B.S. from the University of Louisville in 1969.
- Served six years in the Army Reserve and Kentucky Air National Guard.
- Resides in Florida with his wife, Lynne, and is a territory manager for Carrier Air Conditioning.
C. Frank Cooper ’63 †
FRANK COOPER
1959-1963
Inducted in 1994
- Coached cross country to state championships in 1979, 1980, 1983, and 1984.
- Coached track to state championships – 1991 and 1993.
- Inducted into the Kentucky Track and Cross Country Coaches Hall of Fame – 1993.
- Named Coach of the Year by the KHSADA – 1994.
- Kentucky High School and Track Coaches Association Coach of the Year – 6 times.
- National Federation of Interscholastic Coaching Association Outstanding Coach, State of Kentucky – 1993.
- B.A., Bellarmine College; M.A., Spalding University.
- Faculty, Saint Xavier High School, 1967-present.
- Head track coach, 18 years; Cross Country, 19 years.
- Past secretary-treasurer, Coaches’ Association.
- Registered track official – KHSAA.
- Director, Louisville Track Club.
- Volunteer, Mason-Dixon games.
- Fondest Memory: The advice Brother Patrick “always work to improve yourself – every day is a learning opportunity and never use the grand staircase” on Broadway.
John B. Cooper ’62 †
JACKIE COOPERTimothy L. Cooper ’70
TIM COOPER
1966-1970
Inducted in 1987
Tim lettered in both basketball and tennis while at St. X. In basketball, he was chosen All-State, All-American, All L.I.T., All-Regional and best player in the 7th Region in 1969 and 1970. Tim also excelled in tennis, winning state championship singles titles for four years. Tim never lost a single match in four years (146 wins). Tim also received the Spirit of St. X Award as a senior. Tim also cheered other Tigers on as a cheerleader during his “off season”. After St. X, Tim attended U of L.
Presently, Tim is a restaurant owner, Coop’s Sports Bar and Restaurant. For twelve years, Tim was Director of the Tennis-Jockey Club in Miami. Tim also helped earn, through a tennis tournament, $250,000 per year for Variety Children’s Hospital. Tim enjoys tennis and golf in his leisure time.
William J. Cooper IV ’57 †
BILL COOPER
1953-1957
Inducted in 1999
- Undefeated in matches during high school career.
- Regional Singles and Doubles champion in 1957.
- State Singles and Doubles champion in 1957.
- Team captain in 1957.
- Varsity letter winner at both the University of Miami and the University of Louisville.
- Undefeated in singles and doubles while at Miami (68-0).
- 21-5 record in singles and doubles at U of L.
- Missouri Valley Conference runner-up in singles and doubles.
- Kentucky State Junior Champion in 1957.
- Bill founded “Tennis for Kids” to provide programs that offer less advantaged kids and minorities of all ability levels the opportunity to receive quality tennis instruction.
Michael E. Cowherd ’78
MIKE COWHERD
1974-1978
Inducted in 2001
- Multi-talented athlete earning letters in track (4), football (3), wrestling (3), and cross country (1).
- Was the 1978 state champion in the 440-yard dash, leading the team to a second place finish in the state meet.
- During his junior track campaign, he helped the squad go undefeated in dual meets.
- As a senior, the only year he ran cross country, he was a member of the Harrier squad that won the regional crown and was the runner-up in the state finals.
- Attended Bellarmine on a track scholarship.
- Qualified for the Division II Outdoor National Championship in 1981 and 1982 in the 800 meters.
- During his senior year, he attained Division II Track All-American honors in the 800 meters with a time of 1:48.4.
- Was the only Louisvillian invited to the 1982 Mason Dixon Games 500 Meter Invitational Run, competing against California track clubs and other Division I athletes.
- Named the track squad’s Most Valuable Player as a junior and senior, and won the Bellarmine Coaches Award in 1982.
- Set school records from 55 to 800 meters.
- First recipient of the “Bellarmine Booster Athlete of the Year Award” in 1982.
- Inducted into Bellarmine’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 1987.
- Graduated from Bellarmine in 1982 with a B.A. in Chemistry, earned his MBA from Bellarmine this year (2001.)
- Earned his Eagle Scout Award in 1976 and remains active in the Scouting organization.
- Recipient of numerous civic awards, including the YMCA Adult Black Achiever Award in 1988 and 1998, the Millennium Maker Award given by Judge-Executive Rebecca Jackson, and two time recipient of the Brown-Forman President’s Award.
- Active member of St. Pius X Church.
- Currently employed as a Quality Control Manager at Brown-Forman.
Ralph G. Cox, Jr. ’79
BUDDY COX
1975-1979
Inducted in 2002
- Played three years of varsity basketball.
- Averaged 24 points and 13 rebounds a game as a senior and was named 7th Region Player of the Year and Third Team All-State and was selected to play in the East-West All-Star game.
- Opened the 1978-79 campaign with a career-high 41 points against Durrett and followed it up with a 30 point performance against Waggener.
- Averaged 21 points and 12 rebounds a game as a junior and was named First Team All 7th Region and Second Team All-State by The Courier Journal.
- Led the Tigers to the 1977 Ashland Invitational Tournament crown scoring 31 points in a semifinal win over Taylor County and 18 points in the final against Elliott County and earned a spot on the All-Tournament team.
- Named to The Chicago Catholic newspaper First Team All-American prep basketball team following junior campaign.
- Averaged 14 points a game as a sophomore and was named Second Team All-Region.
- Signed with Eastern Kentucky University and played in 15 of 17 games as a freshman averaging five points and three rebounds a game.
- Transferred to Bellarmine and made an immediate impact as a sophomore averaging 23 points and 10 rebounds a game and leading the Knights to a 20-9 record and their first Division II NCAA Tournament appearance in five years.
- Named to the All-Great Lakes Valley Conference team and made Honorable Mention All-American.
- As a junior, earned All-Conference honors for the second year in a row with a 20 point per game average.
- Returned to form for his senior campaign earning All-Conference and All-American honors and leading Bellarmine to its second post-season appearance and 20-win season in three years.
- Named Great Lakes Valley Player of the Year with a conference best 23 points and 10 rebounds per game.
- Scored a career-high 36 points in a Homecoming victory over Indiana Central.
- Finished his Bellarmine career with 1594 points (22 ppg).
- Selected in the ninth round of the 1984 NBA draft by the Phoenix Suns.
- Graduated from Bellarmine in 1984 with a degree in Business Administration.
- Works as a Custom Home Builder in Louisville.
Rev. Clyde F. Crews ’62
CLYDE CREWS
1958-1962
Clyde was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1990
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Bernard A. Crimmins ’38 †
bernie Crimmins
1934-1938
Inducted in 1983
Bernie was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1995
Lettered in football, basketball and baseball. St. X won the National Catholic Championship in 1938. All-City Football selection in 1937. Was selected on the All-Tournament Basketball Team in the State Tournament in 1938 and also on the All-Catholic Tournament Team in 1938. Received All-American Football honors at Notre Dame in 1941. Played halfback, fullback and guard while at Notre Dame. Was captain of the Notre Dame Baseball team in 1942. Played in the East-West Shrine Game and was captain of the College All Stars in their game against the professionals. Served as Commander in the Navy and received the “Silver Star” for bravery. Played professional football with the Green Bay Packers in 1945. Returned to Notre Dame in 1946 and became the quarterback coach for six years. Head Coach at Indiana from 1952-1956. Assistant Coach at Notre Dame and Purdue 1956-1964. Member of Kentucky Basketball Hall of Fame.
Br. Giles Crowell, C.F.X. †
BR. GILES
Inducted in 1998
- Introduced high school wrestling to Kentucky athletics at Bardstown St. Joe Prep in early 1960’s.
- Introduced wrestling at Saint Xavier in late 1960’s and early 1970’s.
- Three of his St. X wrestlers were individual state champions.
- Has encouraged and supported St. X wrestling which eventually brought the Tigers their first state championship this past season.
- Began wrestling programs at two other Xaverian Brothers’ schools in late 1950’s and early 1960’s.
- Has taught French and English in many Xaverian Brothers’ schools over the past 50 years of his life as a Religious.
- Currently ministers as a guidance counselor for St. X freshmen.
Charles J. Crush III ’95
CHIP CRUSH
1991-1995
Inducted in 2009
- All-American swimmer at St. X, earning 14 KHSAA state championships, including four team titles.
- Set a national record as a St. X junior, swimming the 100 backstroke in 49.20 seconds.
- Three-time All-American at Auburn University, winning SEC titles in the 100 backstroke, 200 medley relay, and 400 freestyle relay.
- Won an NCAA championship at Auburn for the 400 medley relay, which was a school record.
Michael H. Curley ’82
MIKE CURLEY
1978-1982
Inducted in 1996
- Team state swimming champions, four years.
- Four-time individual state swimming runner-up.
- Two-time relay state champion.
- Honorable Mention High School Swimming All-American.
- University of Iowa, AB Exercise Physiology 1986.
- University of Iowa, MA Physical Education 1988.
- Individual Big Ten Conference swimming champion two times.
- All Big Ten Conference swimming team three times.
- College team captain swimming 1985-86, team captain water polo 1987-88.
- Coached four high school All-Americans, three state champions, two academic All-Americans.
- Two-time Olympic swim trial qualifier 1984, 1988.
- Currently, swimming and aquatics director.
- Swim Coach of the Year 1986, Country Club Swim Association, Louisville, Kentucky.
- Memory of St. X: “The lessons of pride, teamwork, integrity, and dignity learned from Coach Ted Pierce. His influence as friend, coach, and teacher will never be forgotten.”
Robert M. Curtis '03
BOBBY CURTIS
1999-2003
Inducted in 2010
- Won three individual cross country state championships, 12 individual track & field state championships and was an 8-time High School All-American.
- Led team to two cross country state titles and three track state titles.
- Graduated from Villanova University and won NCAA Track & Field Championship in 5000 meters in 2008.
- Only Kentuckian to ever run a sub-4:00 minute mile, finished 6th in the 2008 Olympic Trials 5000 meter event.
- Professional athlete competing for Reebok, preparing for 2012 Olympic Trials.
Richard C. Daniel ’60
DICK DANIEL
1956-1960
Inducted in 1997
- Glee Club.
- U.S. Army Reserves 30 years.
- Served as First Sergeant in Reserves for 15 years.
- Currently Senior Staff Administrator for local Army Reserve Brigade at Bowman Field.
- Tiger Boosters member, twenty years, former board member and past president youth sports coach, St. Gabriel, St. Pius and local youth leagues.
- Memories of St. X: “Trying to sing at 7:30 a.m. at Glee Club practice in the “Little Theatre.”
John A. DeCamillis ’82
JOHN DECAMILLIS
1978-1982
Inducted in 2004
- Guided the freshman basketball team to an 18-2 record in 1979 and the JV squad to a 19-2 record in 1980.
- Named All-Region and Honorable Mention All-State as a junior, leading the Tigers to their first district title in ten years.
- As a senior, overcame some injuries to help St. X to a 19-7 record and a berth in the regional tournament.
- Selected to the 1982 Kentucky All-Star Team where he led the team to a victory over the Indiana All-Stars.
- Earned two varsity letters in golf.
- Was a member of the four-man team that captured the state golf title in 1982.
- Earned athletic scholarship to Eastern Kentucky University.
- Second on EKU’s all-time career assists leaders.
- Named Academic All-American and received the Presidential Award for Scholar-Athletes.
- Graduated from EKU in 1986.
- Owns his own law practice in Louisville.
- Active member in Holy Spirit Church where he coaches 5th and 6th grade basketball.
- Serves on the boards for the Louisville Downtown Management District and Louisville Theatrical Association.
Arthur J. Deindoerfer ’23 †
ARTHUR DEINDOERFER
1919-1923
Arthur was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1980
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
D. Jerry Denny ’49 †
JERRY DENNY
1945-1949
Inducted in 1988
Jerry was a “three-sport” man at St. X. He lettered three years in football and was the leading scorer in the city until a back problem sidelined him for half a season. Jerry was on the first state championship swim team for St. X (1947) and was state champion in the 440 for the track team. He was very active in other areas at St. X as well, serving as senior class secretary and being voted Best Athlete of the senior class. He received the Xavier University Award for Outstanding Athlete, Scholar and Gentleman and the Kiwanis award for sportsmanship. Jerry had to refuse a football scholarship to UK because a back problem ended his active athletic career. Jerry attended Bellarmine College, majoring in History. Jerry currently is president of Denny Transport, Inc. He formerly taught and coached at Providence, Trinity and St. X. During his coaching years, Jerry’s team won four state cross country championships and one in track. Jerry is active in the community as well, participating with such groups as the United Way, the Louisville Chamber of Commerce and the American Trucking Association. In 1967, Jerry was listed as one of the Outstanding Young Men of America. Jerry’s memories of St. X include the “many teachers, friends, and coaches who were so supportive. The one dominant memory is that of people smiling.”
Gene H. Detenber ’45 †
GENE DETENBER
1941-1945
Inducted in 1987
During Gene’s four years at St. X he lettered in four sports: football, track, cross country, and basketball. He was captain of the 1944 football team and was first team All-City and All-State for two consecutive years. Gene was the first to accomplish this in 1943 and 1944. He was also All-Southern in 1944. After graduating from St. X, Gene was in the U.S. Navy and then attended the University of Louisville where he received his Bachelor’s degree in 1951. He played varsity football and ran track at U of L and in the Navy where he spent two years. Gene is presently in sales and is a member of the Louisville Association of Life Underwriters, the American Legion and the University of Louisville Letterman’s Club. Gene’s memories of St. X mostly are of the Brothers who always seemed to care and showed interest in every student. He remembers the firm discipline which was always fair. Gene’s message to the Tigers is, “set your goals set in life and follow through. Be persistent where it be in sports or in your future occupations.”
Gerald J. Diebold, Ph. D. ’61
GERRY DIEBOLD
1957-1961
Inducted in 2007
- Professor of Chemistry at Brown University.
- Internationally respected leader in the field of photoacoustics.
- Invited speaker at dozens of conferences and author of over 100 publications.
- Winner of the Alcoa Research Award and the Innovator Award for his research.
Mark. B. A. Dietz '98
MARK DIETZ
1994-1998
Inducted in 2013
- Four-year starter for the Tiger soccer team and led his teams in scoring all four season with more than 80 career goals.
- Member of two KHSAA state championship teams (1994 and 1997) and earned both All-State and NSCAA Regional All-American honors as a junior and senior.
- Two-time starter and captain for the Olympic Development Midwest Regional Team.
- Four-year starter at Fairfield University and two-time All-Conference selection helping Fairfield achieve a top-25 national ranking among NCAA Division I programs in three of his four seasons.
- Spent six seasons as assistant men’s soccer coach at Fordham University.
Alan H. Donhoff ’72
ALAN DONHOFF
1968-1972
Inducted in 1992
Hall of Fame inductee Alan Donhoff gained several sports accolades during his time at St. X, and Ohio Northern University.
While at St. X he played varsity baseball for three years and made the All-Region baseball team. Although baseball came easy basketball was a different story. After being cut three times, he finally made the team his senior year and earned All-District honors.
Alan really blossomed as a college athlete. He lettered four times in basketball and three times in baseball. He was voted co-captain and MVP of the ONU basketball team his junior and senior year. Finally, in 1976 he was named conference “Player of the Year” and District IV All-American finishing his career as the second leading scorer in school’s history.
In 1976, his ONU baseball teammates voted Alan MVP. He also held a spot on the National Coaches All-America Team and the District IV All-America squad (1974 and 1976). He finished his senior year with a 10-1 pitching record and an ERA which ranked him second nationally. Today he holds a B.A. in Mathematics (1976) from Ohio Northern University and recently nominated to the ONU Athletic Hall of Fame.
Alan joined the St. X faculty in 1978 to teach math and has since served as Dean of Students using his Masters of Education degree from the University of Louisville. He served as assistant and head varsity basketball coach between 1978-1985 (83-61 record), and assistant varsity baseball coach. He recently became Assistant Principal, Director of Studies at St. X.
Martin W. Donlon ’56
MARTY DONLON
1952-1956
Inducted in 1992
1992 inductee Marty Donlon, is being honored because of his impact on St. X and Kentucky high school athletics.
Although he played basketball and baseball while at St. X, Marty never became a starter. Instead, he was a back-up in both sports. A good attitude and a strong work ethic earned him St. X basketball’s Attitude Award in 1956.
During high school he worked each summer in the Crescent Hill Golf pro shop, earning enough money for St. X tuition. While he worked he picked up the game of golf.
“After graduating from St. X in 1956, Donlon earned a spot…and eventually a scholarship…on the golf team at Bellarmine. He won the state intercollegiate athletic conference championship as a freshman.” (Mark Clark)
Now a member of the Bellarmine College Hall of Fame (1986), Marty is nationally recognized as a coach of extremely high caliber having coached and taught at St. X for thirty years. He has always emphasized individual self-discipline which has paid off for his teams.
Coach Donlon served nine years as head coach of the St. X basketball team, building a record of 135-72. His golf teams have won 8 state titles, 8 state runner-up finishes, 14 third place finishes and 14 regional championships.
Marty is the founder and current director of the Kentucky Invitational Golf Tournament (the oldest high school invitational) and was named National Golf Coach of the Year in 1981. He is a former president of the Kentucky Coaches Association (1982-1984) and recently co-authored the selection process of a Kentucky All-State golf team (1992).
Michael A. Dorris ’63 †
MICHAEL DORRIS
1959-1963
Michael was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1989
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Br. Edward Driscoll, C.F.X., Honorary ’89
BR. EDWARD
HONORARY 1989
Inducted in 1992
We recognize his service to and support of Saint Xavier by inducting Brother Edward into the Athletic Hall of Fame. One quarter of a century ago he came to St. X and began teaching. At the end of this school year he will move to a new assignment in Bolivia. While this move will be difficult he is comforted by a certain sense of accomplishment.
Physically speaking, St. X has experience tremendous growth since he became principal twelve years ago. Both the Art, Athletic and Assembly Building and Hoeck Specialized Studies Center are obvious additions to the campus. Each building has made room for new and improved educational opportunities.
Today’s Tigers have more academic choices than ever before! Brother Edward has skillfully built a larger faculty and staff who continue to guide our young men as they grown within an ever expanding yet already diverse liberal arts curriculum. Every St. X student virtually has unlimited resources for learning at his fingertips.
Excitement and anticipation are emotions which best describe Brother Ed’s feelings for his last year at St. X. His final contribution will be, “…to make a lasting impression on the educational experience of our young men. Programs will be developed based on the predicted needs of students in 2010. Issues of moral development, religious formation, global education, learner-centered education and partnerships in education will be addressed.”
Lawrence E. Duddy ’58 †
LARRY DUDDYDonald K. Dumeyer ’74
BUDDY DUMEYER
1970-1974
Inducted in 2015
- Chief Deputy Coroner for Jefferson County since 2009.
- Director of the Indigent Burial Program which has buried 1,400 individuals since its inception.
- Garnered national attention to what is considered the model burial program for the homeless and destitute.
- Retired as Captain from Louisville Metro Police Department with 27 years of service.
- Formed and served as Commander of the Louisville Metro Police Public Integrity Unit.
H. Leon Dunagan, Jr. ’53 †
LEON DUNAGAN
1951-1953
Inducted in 1988
Leon’s devotion to St. X is evident in the many years he has spent making Tiger Tech the best it can be. Leon’s career as a high school student included participation on the football and baseball teams his junior and senior years. He was active on the yearbook staff and was Religious Activity Chairman his last two years. He received a football scholarship to Western Kentucky State University, where he earned a B.S. degree in Geography and found time to play baseball as well as football. Leon served in the army artillery for 16 years and achieved the rank of Captain. Leon is very active in his parish as Minister of the Eucharist, serving on the school board and on the board of the Men’s Club. Currently, Leon is part of the Administrative Staff at St. X.
Leon counts among his particular memories of St. X “the many Brothers I have had the great fortune to be taught by and work with.” He advises the Tigers to be “totally committed to give your best in your career.” Leon can testify to the wisdom of that advice. At St. X he has been involved as football coach, baseball coach, teacher of Geography, English and Health. He has been the Moderator for the Booster Club for 14 years, Associate Athletic Director, Bingo Chairman, and Guidance Counselor. In 1969, the Louisville Quarterback Club named Leon High School Coach of the Year and the Courier-Journal honored him as Coach of the Year for 1969.
George F. Dwyer, Jr., M.D. ’44 †
GEORGE DWYER
1940-1944
Inducted in 1986
George was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1979
George, Mr. St. X, has given tireless service to the St. X Athletic Program serving at the team physician for twenty years (1958-1978). During his four years at St. X, George embodied the spirit of the St. X student-athlete lettering in football which he played for four years. After graduation, George served in the U.S. Army from 1944-1946 with the rank of Sergeant. Afterwards, he attended Notre Dame and Purdue and graduated from the University of Louisville Medical School. His professional and personal life are marked by his willing to service to others. George has contributed greatly to the community as a past member of the American Board of Surgery, the American Association of Physicians and Surgeons, the Kentucky Medical Society, the Jefferson County Medical Society, as well as on the staffs of St. Joseph Infirmary, Methodist, Suburban and St. Anthony’s Hospitals and as past president of Saints Mary and Elizabeth. In addition to his work with St. X athletics, George also serves as physician for Bellarmine’s basketball team and track physician at Churchill Downs. George’s significant contribution to the community was recognized in 1979 when he received the Saint Xavier Outstanding Alumnus Award. Recently, George retired from active practice. In his leisure George enjoys hunting and gardening. His advice to today’s students is, “if you accept the challenge, finish it to the best of your ability.”
Robert A. Edwards ’65
BOB EDWARDS
1961-1965
Bob was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1993
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Thomas O. Eifler, Sr. ’60
TOM EIFLER
1956-1960
Tom was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1985
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Albert W. Erny '71
BERT ERNY
1967-1971
Inducted in 2013
- Versatile star for the Tiger football team playing linebacker, offensive guard, kicker and punter for three seasons.
- Had a breakout junior year when the Tigers made history with their first undefeated season on the way to claiming the KHSAA state title in 1969.
- Post-season accolades include All-City, All-State and record holder for the most tackles in a single game with 22 against Butler in 1969.
- Named “best at position” in pre-season ratings heading into his senior season.
- Spent more than 30 years coaching grade school football and basketball, primarily at Our Lady of Lourdes.
John S. Evans, Jr. ’60 †
JOHN EVANS
1956-1960
Inducted in 2001
- Dominated the Kentucky high school tennis scene in the late 1950’s winning the state singles titles his sophomore and junior seasons.
- Won three straight regional and state doubles crowns from 1958-1960.
- Claimed the regional singles title in 1958 and 1960.
- Was state singles runner-up his senior year, losing to teammate Jackie Cooper ’62.
- Lost only two matches during his varsity career, to Flaget’s John McGills in the 1959 regional finals and to Cooper in the 1960 state finals.
- Went undefeated in match play as a sophomore.
- Was named the #1 prep tennis player as a junior in 1959.
- In 1960, he became the first Louisvillian to win National Public Parks Tournament by upsetting the #1 and #2 seeds and was named 1960 Tennis Player of the Year.
- Represented Louisville in the National Singles Championship in Forest Hills, New York in 1960.
- Continued his tennis dominance at Bellarmine where he won four consecutive Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference singles championships.
- Lost only one match his collegiate career and was awarded Bellarmine’s Faculty Merit Award in 1964.
- Inducted into the Bellarmine Athletic Hall of Fame in 1977.
- Served as tennis at Division II Northern Kentucky University from 1986 until his death in July of 1988.
- Named 1987 Great Lakes Valley Conference Coach of the Year.
- Graduated from Bellarmine in 1964.
- Gave tennis lessons and instruction for various clubs and organizations.
Br. Fabius C.F.X. †
BR. FABIUS
Inducted in 1989
Br. Fabius is as much at home in the water as out of it. He started the St. X swim program to revive interest in the state swimming competition. To say he was successful is an understatement. Br. Fabius coached the swimming team to state championships every year from 1947-1951! But swimming was not the only sport to enjoy his coaching talents. Br. Fabius also served as assistant cross country coach, assistant track coach, and as director of intramural bowling teams. Br. Fabius is a dedicated individual who served in several high schools, coaching at each of them. He coached at St. John’s Prep in Danvers, Massachusetts; Keith Academy, Lowell, Mass.; Xaverian High, Brooklyn, New York; and Nazareth High, Brooklyn. He began coaching and teaching in 1940 and retired in 1977. But he’s not really retired because he continued to share his light, working with the elderly, the poor and most especially, the children in the Lower East Side of New York City. Currently, Br. Fabius lives in Louisville at the Ryken House, recovering from a spinal operation. He says he will return to New York in December. Br. Fabius is well known among the national swimming community. He has been invited to each of the last three Olympic tryouts and counts swimmer Mark Spitz, winner of seven Olympic gold medals, among his acquaintances. His favorite leisure time activities include reading, jazz and classical music, and swimming, naturally! His message to the Tigers, “Keep at it! Your daily activities build your future!”
Robert A. Faller '57 †
BOB FALLER
1953-1957
Inducted in 2010
- Star catcher for the 1956 Tiger baseball team that captured the city championship.
- Graduate of Bellarmine University where he hit over .300 for the Baseball Knights.
- Served active duty in the Army with the 24th Infantry Division.
- Founding Packaging Unlimited in 1975, growing it into the largest independent packaging company in Kentucky.
- Continues to serve local charities and is an accomplished golfer.
Thompson M. Faller, Ph.D. ’56
THOM FALLER
1952-1956
Thom was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2003
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Patrick R. Farnan '94
PAT FARNAN
1990-1994
Inducted in 2011
- Three-time All-State high jumper and school record holder at St. X.
- Set a state meet record in 1994 by clearing 6 feet, 11 inches.
- KHSAA State Champion high jumper in 1993 and 1994.
- Earned six team State Championships in swimming and track and field.
- Four-year varsity letterman at University of Kentucky and set the school’s freshman indoor record with a jump of 6-feet, 10 ¼ inches, which was not broken until 2005.
Thomas M. Filburn ’35 †
TOM FILBURN
1931-1935
Inducted in 2000
- Was the starting guard for the 1935 St. X basketball squad that beat Newport in the finals of the state tournament in Lexington and won the National Catholic High School Basketball Championship in Chicago.
- Played the entire game and hit some key baskets down the stretch in the Tiger’s 29-24 win over Chicago St. Mel in the National Championship game.
- That was the second time in nearly ten years that the Tigers won the state and national basketball championships (1926 was the other year).
- Enlisted in the U.S. Navy in February, 1942, served in World War II in the Southwest Pacific, and was honorably discharged in 1946 as a Chief Petty Officer.
- Retired from the Louisville District Army Corps of Engineers in 1977 after 38 years of service.
- At the time of his retirement, he received a decoration for Meritorious Civilian Service.
- Received the Louisville District Award as a Distinguished Civilian Employee.
- Has been an active member of Saint Raphael Catholic Church, serving on the Parish Council and in various liturgical ministries.
- For the past ten years, has done voluntary tax preparation for the AARP.
Stuart R. Fink ’32 †
STUART FINK
1928-1932
Inducted in 1996
- Played four years of football, basketball, and baseball.
- The only sophomore starter on the team that was runner-up in state basketball tournament.
- In his junior year, he played on third place team at the National Catholic Basketball Championship tournament in Chicago.
- As a senior, was leading team scorer in basketball.
- Retired from Colgate Palmolive after 32 years of service.
- Significant parish involvement with the Catholic School Board, PTA’s, men’s club and parish councils at Christ the King, St. Athanasius, St. Columba, and St. Martin’s choice.
- Currently coaches youth basketball at the YMCA.
- Remembers from high school: “All the train travel games at Nashville, Memphis, and Evansville, since there were only three high schools in the city; especially a game at Cave City, Kentucky, where there was chicken wire in front of the spectator to keep the ball from going out of bounds.”
John B. Fischer, Sr. ’43 †
JACK FISCHER
1939-1943
Inducted in 2006
- Earned two varsity letters in basketball and one each in football and baseball.
- Was a leading rebounder for the JV squad that finished 14-3.
- Was instrumental in the regional title victory over Male his junior year.
- Helped lead the Tigers to the state tournament in 1942 and 1943.
- Voted best athlete among senior class.
- Named MVP of his State Championship American Legion 17-year old baseball team.
- Accepted basketball scholarship to Western Kentucky University before joining the Navy.
- Captained his Club Cuero Basketball team for nine years and won city championships.
- Played and coached the Louisville Scorpions, and won a city championship.
- Coached grade school level football and basketball for 10 years.
- Spent 2 ½ years with the Navy during World War II.
- Retired in 1988.
Thomas S. Fitzgerald ’26 †
THOMAS FITZGERALD
1922-1926
Inducted in 1997
- Member of the 1926 St. X National Catholic Championship Basketball team.
- Captain of the basketball team in 1925.
- Baseball “X” Club.
- Excellent orator.
- Active in dramatics.
- Glee Club.
- Debating and Good Fellowship Clubs.
- Tiger Yearbook.
- Attended the University of Louisville.
- Sports Writer/columnist.
- Numerous awards over forty years with the Louisville Courier Journal, and the Miami News.
- Recognized as one of the best sports writers in America.
Nicholas R. Gagel ’73
NICK GAGEL
1969-1973
Inducted in 2006
- Earned two varsity letters in each football and baseball and one in basketball.
- Named All-City and Honorable Mention All-State as a tight end.
- Helped pitch the Tiger baseball squad to a 29-2 record and the state tournament during his junior campaign.
- Returned to the state tournament as a senior, finishing 28-4 after losing in the finals.
- Accepted scholarship to United State Military Academy.
- Earned starting punter position at University of Louisville as a sophomore.
- Tallied 24 unassisted tackles and 25 assisted tackles his junior year, helping the Cardinals to the Independence Bowl.
- Made 121 career tackles at U of L.
- Recorded 27 homeruns and 96 RBIs in three seasons for the Cardinals.
- Led the team with 12 homeruns as a junior.
- Graduated from University of Louisville in 1979 with a degree in Communications.
- Currently employed at Ford Motor Company.
R. Gordon Gahm ’69
GORDY GAHM
1965-1969
Inducted in 1989
Gordon played basketball, golf and football while he was a student at St. X. He played basketball and golf for four years and was on the football team for one year. He played on the 1968 golf team which went on to become state champions, and Gordon’s team was the last St. X basketball team to play in the state tournament, making it to the quarterfinals. After graduation, Gordon attended the University of Dayton, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. While there, he lettered all four years in both basketball and golf. He is the national marketing director for Kitchen Kompact, Inc., in Jeffersonville, Indiana. He has remained active in athletics, coaching basketball for the Hikes Point YMCA and serving on the Board of Trustees for the Valhalla Golf Club. Gordon says his favorite leisure activities are golf and “Monday night basketball with the boys!” Gordon’s favorite memory of St. X involves the basketball team. “I will never forget the St. X school spirit during the 1969 state tournament.” His message to the current Tigers: “In whatever you may pursue in life, remember…enjoy yourself!”
Walter D. Gahm ’63 †
WALT GAHM
1959-1963
Inducted in 1988
Walt was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2008
While at St. X, Walt excelled both athletically and academically. He ran track and was captain of the football team in 1962, leading the Tigers to a state championship. His athletic prowess was recognized when he received Honorable Mention – All-State and AAA. Walt also received the Scholarship Award for the ’62 team. After graduation, Walt attended Purdue University majoring in Industrial Economics. In addition, he played football for the Boilermakers who earned their way to the 1967 Rose Bowl. Currently, Walt is Vice President of Manufacturing for Kitchen Kompact in Jeffersonville. Walt is actively involved in the community, having served on the St. Matthews YMCA Board, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Council and past president of the National Kitchen Cabinet Association and as a trustee for Valhalla Golf Club as well as St. X’s Leadership Committee for Development. Walt’s love of football has remained strong and he has passed that enthusiasm on to the young men he has coached during the past 12 years in CSAA football. Walt says his memories of athletics and academics have been rekindled because his sons both attended St. X. His advice to the Tigers echo the current football team theme, “Be the best you can be, no matter what you do.”
Nicholas T. Gallucci, Ph.D. ’73
NICK GALLUCCI
1969-1973
Inducted in 2005
- Earned two letters in track and three in soccer.
- Helped Tiger soccer team to an undefeated regular season and an appearance in the state finals in 1970.
- Named captain of the squad as a senior as the Tigers went 10-1-2.
- Led the team to a come-from-behind win against Trinity in the first KHSAA state championship soccer game in 1972.
- Named to the All-League and All-State Tournament teams.
- Played soccer at Vanderbilt where he earned All-South honors.
- Competed in 19 marathons across the country.
- Earned Psychology degree from Vandy in 1976.
- Did post-graduate work at Louisville earning his Master’s degree in 1980 and his Ph.D. in 1983.
- Currently a professor and chair of the psychology department at Western Connecticut State Univeristy.
- Author of “Sport Psychology: Enhancing Performance and Limiting Choking Under Pressure” (NY: Taylor & Francis).
Wayne D. Garvey ’75
WAYNE GARVEY
1971-1975
Inducted in 1991
He played on three state championship soccer teams. He was an all-state soccer selection in 1974-1975. He was selected to the All-South Soccer Team in 1973-1974 and again in 1974-1975. In 1975 he was selected by the Courier Journal as the top played in the state. The list of awards and honors goes on and on.
A 1975 graduate, Wayne certainly distinguished himself not only as a talented played but as an exceptional one. His teammates selected him to be team captain, and he was chosen to receive the Saint Xavier Coach’s Award in 1975.
After graduation, Wayne went on to the University of Dayton where he was the first freshman (in Dayton history) to start on a varsity squad. Transferring to the University of Louisville to complete his degree in English, Wayne was selected All-League and was voted captain as well as receiving the team’s Coach’s Award. During his last year on scholarship, Wayne was asked to serve as a player coach.
Some of Wayne’s greatest experiences are related to his playing days at St. X, especially when, as a sophomore, he scored two of the three winning goals to preserve a win over arch rival Trinity and to bring the state title to St. X. As Wayne described it, “Electrifying: the support from the students, with everyone around the field, it made the atmosphere special.”
As an advertising executive at Tabler Communications, Wayne is involved with syndicating sporting events for television. His leisure time also involves sports of all kinds, whether it be jogging, racquetball, or as Wayne describes himself, a “weekend golfer.”
Wayne’s success can be attributed to selecting “the road less traveled” because he gave up his glamorous grade school career in football to become a soccer player. While his decision caused him to feel uncertain at the time, the results have spoken for themselves. As Wayne would say, “Don’t be afraid to take the road less traveled; also, take advantage of the pride and history of St. X to give you that edge in anything you do.”
It’s people like Wayne Garvey who give Saint Xavier “The Edge.”
William A. Gates, Jr. ’38 †
BILL GATES
1934-1938
Inducted in 1987
During his four years at St. X, Bill lettered in basketball and baseball. He won All-State. He was chosen All-Tournament in the National Catholic Championship Tournament. After St. X, Bill attended Xavier University and continued his basketball and baseball careers. He lettered for 3 years, was captain of the baseball and basketball teams and was selected All-Ohio and All-American Mention in 1942. Bill is a member of the Xavier University Athletic Hall of Fame. Bill was a Captain in the Marine Air Corp. While flying 50 missions and winning medals, Bill was player coach of an undefeated carrier basketball team. Bill at present is in commercial and personal insurance and owns an insurance agency. Active in the community, Bill is a member of Holy Trinity Church and works with the handicapped. Bill plays tennis and squash in his leisure time. Bill’s message to the Tigers of St. X is, “be sure to take advantage of the excellent and outstanding academics and athletic facilities of the greatest high school in America.”
J. Thomas Giannini, M.D. ’29 †
TOM GIANNINI
1926-1929
Inducted in 1988
Tom was a very busy athlete during his career at St. X. He played football, basketball, baseball as well as running track. Following graduation, he enrolled at the University of Louisville, where he earned both a B.S. Degree and an M.D. In addition, Tom played for U of L in football, basketball and baseball. He was honored for his basketball abilities in 1933-34 by KIAC. After college, Tom joined the Navy, serving for 13 years. He was awarded the Certificate of Merit, the U.S. Navy American Atlantic and Pacific Ribbon and four battle stars. Currently, he is retired from medicine (plastic and reconstructive surgery) and is active in the Rotary. He enjoys his leisure days by fishing, gardening, hunting and playing golf. Tom says he particularly remembers Brother William from his days at St. X and he advises the current Tigers that “academic should be your first priority. Athletics used properly is a valuable adjunct to mental maturity.”
Thomas W. Giesler ’40 †
TOM GIESLER
1936-1940
Inducted in 1995
- Was the only sophomore on National Catholic Basketball Championship Team 1938.
- All-State Honors Basketball 1940, school team captain.
- Went to state basketball tournament his final three years at St. X.
- Lettered in basketball three times.
- Attended Xavier University on a basketball scholarship.
- U.S. Military 3 ½ years, radar technician.
- Insurance agent for 36 years.
- Serves local parish as usher and parish council committee member.
- Active in the American Legion.
- Fondest St. X memory: “I didn’t have Brother Josephus as a teacher, but for some reason, he took me under his wing during my St. X years.”
William L. Glaser, Jr. ’61
BILL GLASER
1957-1961
Inducted in 1988
Bill’s sport at St. X was football. He played for the freshman, junior varsity and varsity Tiger teams. After graduation, Bill attended Bellarmine College, earning a B.A. Degree in Education and playing baseball for one year. He has remained active in football by coaching. He coached the Tigers to back-to-back state championships in 1974 and 1975 finished his head coach tenure with a 25-0 record. He went on to be an assistant coach at Morehead State University. Currently, Bill is an assistant to Coach Jerry Claiborne at UK. Bill says his particular memories of St. X football include, “spring football practice, freshman year, in a green leather helmet with no face mask!” His advice to the Tigers, “we are responsible for our own success, our own happiness, and our own self-worth. There is no one who can give us these things and no one can keep these things from us. If it is to be – it is up to me!” Bill says he is “amazed at the uniqueness of St. X. I pray that this wonderful school can continue its excellence and still remain available to students from every economic level.”
Michael A. Glaser ’70
MIKE GLASER
1966-1970
Inducted in 1996
- Varsity football three years.
- Played on the state championship team of 1969.
- All-State Football Honorable Mention.
- Bellarmine College, AB English, 1974.
- University of Louisville, MA Physical Education, 1979.
- Assistant football coach with state championship teams of 1974, 1975 and 1978.
- Currently in his 14th year as head football coach at St. X.
- Coached 4A state championship football teams in 1986, 1992 and 1995, runner-up in 1991.
- Playoff record of 30-9.
- Record of 152-38-0 is the best in the history of St. X head football coaches.
- Voted to the Outstanding Young Men of America 1986.
- Coach of the Year Clinic Coach of the Year 1986, 1992, 1995.
- Parish council member, lector, usher.
- St. X Memory: “Looking forward to going to school every day; the care of the Brothers and teachers provided a sense of security; the experience of the 1969 state football championship has provided great friendships and memories of a lifetime.”
Clinton L. Glasscock '89
CLINT GLASSCOCK
1985-1989
Inducted in 2017
- Vice President and Managing Director for BB&T Insurance Services.
- Led Kentucky’s Men’s Team to the UTSA National Open Championships and won Southern Team Championships in 1995 and 1996.
- Won four Southern Conference Championships while playing doubles at Furman University.
- Four-time All-Southern Conference honoree and three-time captain.
- Two-time KHSAA state doubles tennis champion in 1988 and 1989 and member of the KHSAA team championships in 1987, 1988 and 1989.
Joseph W. Glauber, Ph.D. ’72
JOE GLAUBER
1968-1972
Inducted in 2008
- Chief Economist for the United States Department of Agriculture.
- Special Doha Agricultural Trade Envoy for the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.
- Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation.
- Served 15 years as the Deputy Chief Economist.
William J. Godfrey, III, M.D. '55
BILL GODFREY
1951-1955
Inducted in 2012
Bill was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2016
- A practicing physician for nearly 40 years at Hardin Memorial Hospital and has held positions including Chief of Medicine, Chief of Staff, Head of Infectious Disease and Chief of Ethics.
- U.S. Navy Lieutenant-Lieutenant Commander and Chief of Medicine at Beaufort Naval Hospital.
- Has served as Medical Director of three local home health agencies.
- Owner and General Partner of Elizabethtown Swim and Fitness Center.
George M. Goetz ’29 †
GEORGE GOETZ
1925-1929
George was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1973
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Charles M. Gorman, Sr. ’54 †
CHARLES GORMAN
1950-1954
Inducted in 2007
- Earned varsity letters in football and track & field.
- Starting running back for the 1953 football squad that finished 10-1 and won the school’s first city championship.
- Named to City-County All-Star team in 1953.
- Set state record and won state title for discus throw in 1954.
Clyde A. Graven ’40 †
CLYDE GRAVEN
1936-1940
Inducted in 1998
- Won four varsity letters in football.
- Honorable Mention All-State football in 1939.
- Offered football scholarships to Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Morehead and Xavier.
- Accepted football scholarship to the University of Tennessee.
- Senior class president.
- Military service in the U.S. Navy during World War II, awarded five battle stars.
- Continued his education at Xavier University after military service.
- Was assistant freshman football coach at Xavier University.
- Spent 22 years with the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
- Held positions of Undersheriff and Sheriff for Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- Has held volunteer leadership positions in United Way, the Red Cross, the Community Disaster Committee of Kalamazoo, currently the secretary-treasurer of the FBI Agents Society.
- Active in St. Paul Catholic Church, Lexington, Kentucky.
J. Mark Grundy ’75
MARK GRUNDY
1971-1975
Inducted in 2003
- Was a member of four state championship teams: cross country in 1971, 1973 and 1974 and track in 1974.
- Won the Catholic Invitational Junior Varsity Cross Championship as a sophomore.
- Set course at four different locations.
- Claimed the bronze medal in the 1974 National AAU High School Country Championship in Columbus, Ohio.
- Ran the fastest two-mile time for a high school boy in Kentucky in 1975.
- Claimed the Catholic Invitational Varsity One Mile Championship and the Louisville Invitational Two Mile Championship during his senior year.
- Named First Team All-State Cross Country by Kentucky coaches.
- Received St. X’s Coaches Award for attitude, teamwork and leadership.
- Attended the University of Louisville on a track and cross country scholarship.
- Voted by the coaches as First Team Varsity All Metro Conference as a freshman and was the conference freshman champ.
- As a captain of the squad, led U of L to numerous conference and non-conference victories.
- Set a school record for the six mile run and was recognized as a scholar athlete.
- Elected by U of L students and faculty in 1979 as Editor-in-Chief of The Cardinal, the university student newspaper.
- Graduated from U of L School of Law making Dean’s List.
- Currently a partner with Greenbaum Doll & McDonald, PLLC.
- Served as Chairman of the Board and President of Lakeside.
- Active with the Chamber of Commerce and St. Francis of Assisi parish.
Samuel K. Gruneisen ’58 †
SAM GRUNEISEN
1954-1958
Inducted in 1985
While at St. X, Sam lettered in football and baseball, having played both sports all four years. In 1957 he received the All-State Scholastic Award and was chosen to play in the City-County All-Star game in 1958. Upon graduating from St. X, Sam attended Villanova University where he earned his degree in Mathematics and lettered in football and baseball. Sam was selected to the All-East Football Team in 1961. Sam played 11 seasons for the San Diego Chargers (1962-1972) and was team captain for 7 years. He played with the Houston Oilers in 1973. Sam was NFL Player Representatives for five years and served on the NFL Vice President and Executive Committee in 1970 and 1971. Presently, Sam is a coach with the LA Express Pro Football Team after completing three seasons with the University of California Berkley. Sam is active in St. Kieran’s Church and enjoys golf as well as watching high school and college sports.
Joseph N. Guyon †
COACH JOE GUYON
1931-1936
Inducted in 1986
Joe was best known for his accomplishments as Tiger football coach in the early 1930s. His overall record consisted of 16 wins, 7 losses and 2 ties. His 1932 team set the record for the highest offensive total 249 points to 35 points and this record held until 1956. This team was also the first to defeat Manual High School, winning 32-6. Coach Guyon was known as a great competitor and was well respected by his team. He also was an All-American for Georgia Tech and a teammate of Jim Thorpe on the Carlisle Indian Team. His career was recognized by his induction into the National Collegiate Hall of Fame.
Coach Guyon played his professional football with the New York Giants, where he made All-Pro and was elected to the National Football League Hall of Fame. Excelling in baseball as well, he played for Louisville Colonels. His players would say “he was a great coach – he made sure we behaved.” Even in late life, his athletic ability was excellent. At age 72, he could shoot his age in golf!
John J. Guarnaschelli, M.D. ’59
JOHN GUARNASCHELLI
1955-1959
Inducted in 2007
John was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2014
- Member of three state championship teams – two in football and one in track.
- Considered one of the nation’s foremost neurosurgeons, having performed more than 25,000 major brain and spine operations.
- Founding partner of Neurosurgical Group of Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana.
- Leading supporter of higher education and the arts in the Louisville community.
Joseph E. Hagan ’34 †
joe hagan
1934-1938
Inducted in 1984
Lettered in football and basketball. Was selected to the National Catholic All-American Team in 1933 and described by many as “one of the most fierce competitors to ever wear the green and gold.” One of the very few to earn letters in both football and basketball for the University of Kentucky. Joe not only lettered in both sports but was captain as well. Was selected All-SEC and awarded “Most Valuable Player” in 1938 Sugar Bowl. Coached both football and basketball at Williamstown, Fern Creek and Anchorage High Schools. Came to St. X as head coach for basketball and baseball and as assistant football coach in 1946. As basketball coach, Joe won the 7th Regional and finished third in the state with a 31-3 record. Joe says, “he has had a great life.” Saint Xavier also very proud of “The Joe E. Hagan Family”.
Thomas M. Hagan ’65
TOM HAGAN
1961-1965
Inducted in 1993
“Remember: give not just your time, but your heart.” Tom shares this advice to the young men of St. X. He continues to become involved in the community by fulfilling this suggestion each day. “I believe that one of the main reasons the Lord put us here is to give ourselves to help others and as a result make the world a better place to live.”
Tom’s advice comes from great experience on the court as a successful high school, college and professional basketball player. While at St. X, Tom was All-District, All-Region, All-State in basketball and is noted by scoring in double figures during all of his 55 varsity games. Tom also played baseball at St. X.
During his college years, Tom earned a B.A. from Vanderbilt University while playing basketball. During his career, he was All-SEC three times, Sophomore of the Year, and an All-American his senior year. His success made him the sixth all-time scoring leader at Vanderbilt.
Upon graduation, he was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks of the ABA and played two years.
Today, Tom is a full-time student at Volunteer State where he is studying to be a Physical Therapy Assistant. In addition, Tom is involved in numerous volunteer activities in his community of Nashville, Tennessee.
T. O. Hall ’49 †
JACK HALL
1945-1949
Jack was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1997
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Bradley P. Hambrick '97
BRAD HAMBRICK
1993-1997
Inducted in 2010
- Athletic and Academic All-State selection in tennis each of his four years at St. X.
- Won three individual state championships and led his teams to three team titles in tennis.
- Went to Vanderbilt University where he was a scholarship tennis player and team captain in 2001.
- Led Vandy to two NCAA tournament appearances.
- Graduated from Vanderbilt with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Robert Hamilton, Honorary ’00 †
DOC HAMILTON
HONORARY 2000
Inducted in 2001
- Served as head of the St. X Sports Medicine Department for 13 years.
- Under his leadership, St. X was recognized with having the most progressive athletic high school training facility in the south.
- Nearly 30 of his student trainers at St. X received college scholarships for sports medicine.
- Used his medical expertise to help everyone, often crossing the field to help opponents that had been injured. He even saved the life of a heart attack victim at Rupp Arena in Lexington.
- The St. X sports medicine facility and the Outstanding Student Trainer Award are both named in his honor.
- Recipient of the 2000 Saint Francis Xavier Award.
- 1960 graduate of Elizabethtown High School, where he lettered in football and track.
- Attended Eastern Kentucky University and the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
- Served as a Jefferson County Police Officer receiving the Officer of the Year Award in 1974 and 1984 and the Blue Knight Award for heroism.
- Played a vital role in the establishment of the Jefferson County Emergency Medical Service.
- The county Paramedic of the Year award is named in his honor.
- Gave 20 years of service to the Fairdale Volunteer Fire Department.
- Served three years in the Marine Corps.
- Frequently traveled to Central America to provide humanitarian assistance in Nicaragua.
Robert L. Haner, Sr. ’49
BOB HANER
1945-1949
Inducted in 1983
Lettered in football and baseball. All-City in football in 1947 and 1948. All-State and co-captain in 1948. Hit a 410’ homerun to win the State Baseball Championship in 1949. Attended Villanova University and received All-East honors and several All-American honors in 1951 and 1952. Inducted in the Villanova Hall of Fame in 1983. Kicked the winning extra point with 20 seconds remaining to give the East All Stars a 21-20 victory over the West All Stars in 1952. Played Service Football at Fort Belvar and received All-Service honors. Bob’s brother Ken ’45 was a standout lineman at St. X in the mid 1940’s and Bob had three sons who attended St. X and another son Eric is now a freshman. Bob has served on numerous committees at St. X and is truly an excellent example of the “Xcellence Program” at Saint Xavier High School.
Thomas D. Haner ’79
TOM HANER
1975-1979
Inducted in 2001
- Named Most Valuable Player of the 1978 State Championship game, St. X’s 42-21 victory over Tates Creek, rushing for 135 yards on only 12 carries.
- Scored the game-winning touchdowns in playoff victories over Ballard (14-7) and Trinity (13-6).
- During his senior campaign, he led the team with 793 yards on 141 attempts, for an impressive average of 5.6 yards per carry.
- Earned three varsity football letters. Also lettered in track.
- Played college football at the University of Dayton where, as a sophomore, he was a member of the 1980 Division III National Championship squad.
- Had an outstanding junior season carrying the ball 82 times for 321 yards and a team-high 15 touchdowns while leading Dayton to its second consecutive appearance in the national championship game.
- Named MVP of the 1981 Division III National Championship Game in a losing effort to Widener University.
- Finished his collegiate career with 22 touchdowns and 132 points, placing him 20th on Dayton’s All-Time Scoring list.
- Inducted into the Dayton Athletic Hall of Fame with his 1980 teammates.
- Graduated from Dayton in 1983 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Resides in Columbus, Ohio working as a sales manager for Sarcom.
Joseph P. Harmon †
JOE HARMON
1925-1929
Inducted in 1987
Joe was best known for his accomplishments as Tiger football coach in the mid 1920s. His overall record consisted of 30 wins, 10 losses and 2 ties. He played football at Notre Dame under the great Knute Rockne and was a member of the great Four Horsemen team of 1924 defeating Stanford in the Rose Bowl 27-10 to win the National Championship January 1, 1925. His career was recognized by his induction into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame in 1974. He was head football, basketball and baseball coach of Cathedral High School in Indianapolis from 1938 to 1942 winning the City Championship in football in 1940. He was President of the Notre Dame Club of Kentucky in 1956 and 1957 and in 1957 was awarded the Notre Dame Man of the Year Award for the state of Kentucky. In 1964 he became the Athletic Director at Chatard High School in Indianapolis and in 1974 was awarded the Athletic Director of the Year for the state of Indiana. There is an annual Dedication Award given to the best boy and girl athlete on the basis of leadership service, character, scholarship, loyalty and reliability in his name. After his retirement, he served two years as assignment secretary of football and basketball officials for St. X and other Catholic high schools in the city of Louisville and Jefferson County.
Joe’s message to the Tigers is, “to be successful in life you must have desire, dedication, determination and unselfish sacrifice.” Joe’s greatest memories about St. X is meeting Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Knute Rockne when they visited St. X.
William T. Heavrin ’61 †
BILL HEAVRIN
1957-1961
Inducted in 1990
Bill was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1988
During the years 1957-1961, a whirlwind of a student swept through the halls of St. X. This young man lettered in basketball four years, track and speech for three years as well as being a member of the Presidents Club for four years. He served as president of his senior class and was voted Outstanding Senior by his classmates. He was also the recipient of the Brother Benjamin Award. In addition, he won the 1961 Kiwanis Club Leadership Award and received seven different scholarship offers from various schools for his athletic ability. His name is William T. Heavrin, Jr. We know him as “Bill”.
Upon his graduation from St. X, Bill continued to demonstrate his leadership ability at Virginia Tech where he received an athletic scholarship. He was selected captain of the freshman basketball team and played on the school’s golf team. One of Bill’s favorite memories was playing on the Virginia Tech basketball team which handed the legendary Adolph Rupp his first ever loss in a season opener in the Old Memorial Coliseum.
Bill is a member of St. Edward parish. Bill remains very active in the community serving on a number of civic organizations such as the March of Dimes, Kiwanis Club, Saint Xavier and University of Louisville Alumni Associations. Bill received his B.S. in Business at the University of Louisville and is currently the Liaison for community affairs with Jefferson County Department of Human Services.
Bill’s dedication to his fellow and community has been personified by his selection as the 1985 “Kentuckian of the Year” award presented by the Kentucky Council on Employment of the Handicapped, along with receiving the 1988 Saint Xavier Distinguished Alumnus award. In 1990, Bill was given the first “Lifetime Achievement Award” by the Action League for Physically Handicapped Adults (ALPHA).
Bill’s challenge to today’s students is to “get involved in social restructuring.” Bill has gotten involved and we have all reaped the benefits.
Br. John Heckel, S.V.D. ’49 †
BR. JOHN
1945-1949
Brother John was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1986
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Arthur T. Heitlauf ’43 †
CHUBBY HEITLAUF
1939-1943
Inducted in 1995
- All-State football honors 1943.
- All-Southern football honors 1943.
- Football team co-captain 1943.
- Captain – All West Shriners’ Football Team 1943.
- Lettered in track and basketball.
- Offered athletic scholarships to Maryland and Tulane Universities.
- Attended University of Louisville, BS Business and Education.
- Captain, undefeated University of Louisville football team.
- Coached Flaget High School to two state championships during five-year coaching stint.
- U of L “L” Club member.
- Three distinguished years in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II.
- Retired General Electric Regional Manager, Northwest Division.
- 478th Bomb Group Member.
- Board of Directors, Crossroads Appliance.
- Kentucky Colonel.
- Currently small consulting business director for Atlantic-Richfield Company.
- In retrospect, Chubby says, “I would especially like to thank the Brothers, the underpaid coaches, the team doctors, and the very generous alumni who made some interesting things possible at the school.”
David P. Heintzman ’77
DAVID HEINTZMAN
1973-1977
Inducted in 2015
Chairman and CEO of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. and Stock Yards Bancorp, Inc. since 2005
Named President of Stock Yards Bank & Trust Co. and its holding company in 1992.
Under his leadership, bank assets have grown 26 times over, annual net income has increased 25 times, and the bank has grown from 1 location to 37 in the Louisville, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati metropolitan markets.
Currently serving as director of the Louisville Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, a trustee for Bellarmine University and board member for Yew Dell Botanical Gardens.
Joseph H. Heitzman, Jr. ’58
JOE HEITZMAN
1958
Inducted in 1995
- Assistant Coach – cross country and track & field 1962-1967.
- Head Coach – cross country and track & field 1969-1975.
- Coached cross country and track & field teams to three state championships in early 1970’s.
- Kentucky Coaches Association’s “Coach of the Year” Award for cross country in 1973, 1974 and 1976.
- Kentucky Coaches Award, track & field 1975.
- Louisville Urban League’s “Coach of the Year” Award for cross country and track 1974-1975.
- Bellarmine College, BA Education and History 1962.
- University of Notre Dame, MA History.
- “Silver Knight” Award – Bellarmine College.
- KIAC Champion in “400”, long jump, “4 by 400” relay – Bellarmine College.
- Varsity track and basketball participation, two years, Bellarmine College.
- Founder and past president of the Louisville Track Coaches’ Association and the Louisville Track Club.
- Kentucky Jaycees “Outstanding Young Educator” Award in 1967.
- Past president –Greater Louisville Social Studies Teachers’ Association.
- Past president – Kentucky Social Studies Teachers’ Association.
- Fondest memories of St. X: “Thanks very much for the values-based environment in which, through thirty years, countless thousands touched, impacted and challenged my life.”
James C. Hennessy ’47 †
JIM HENNESSY
1943-1947
Inducted in 2009
- Star athlete at St. X earning two varsity letters in basketball and three varsity letters in tennis.
- Was a six-time state finalist in singles matches and doubles competition at St. X.
- Varsity letterman in basketball and tennis at the University of Notre Dame.
- Played and coached four years for the Louisville Scorpions, an amateur basketball league, and won a championship in 1954.
Carl G. Herde ’78
CARL HERDE
1974-1978
Inducted in 2009
- All-State offensive guard at St. X and a member of the 1975 state championship team.
- Set a St. X school record is discus throwing 149 feet, 11 inches.
- Named Chief Financial Officer for Baptist Healthcare System at the age of 33, and continues in that role today.
- Inducated into Bellarmine University’s Gallery of Distinguished Alumni.
Ronald R. Herm, Ph.D. '58
RON HERM
1954-1958
Inducted in 2013
- Taught chemistry and directed graduate student doctoral research at the University of California Berkeley and Iowa State University.
- Spent 30 years with The Aerospace Corporation, primarily in the area of National Security Space programs.
- Was Distinguished Engineer and Chief Scientist with the Space Based Surveillance Division of The Aerospace Corporation which supported the Air Force in the replacement of the U.S. satellite system that provide warning of launch of ballistic missiles.
- Worked extensively with the National Security Space community to initiate a new Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) to support four simultaneous missions: missile warning, missile defense, battlespace awareness, and technical intelligence.
Joseph L. Herp, Jr. ’52 †
JOE HERP
1948-1952
Inducted in 1995
- Basketball participant – two years.
- Football manager – two years.
- Current chains official – St. X varsity football games.
- Participated in military service post teams in basketball and baseball.
- Good Conduct Medal in U.S. Army Military Police.
- Board of Directors, St. X Tiger Boosters.
- Transportation Club, Louisville.
- Saint Xavier Principal Search Committee 1980.
- Fond memory of St. X: “Student trips to basketball and football games, and being able to take full advantage of academic and athletic opportunities at school.”
Louis S. Heuser, Jr. '03
CHIP HEUSER
1999-2003
Inducted in 2013
- Three-time individual KHSAA state champion pole vaulter and state meet record holder with 16-foot vault.
- In 2003, he became the first and only Kentucky high school pole vaulter to clear 17 feet and he was (and still is) the National Catholic High School record holder with a 17 feet, one-half inch jump at the Texas Relays.
- Set freshman record at University of Florida with jump of 17 feet, 7 inches and let the Gators to an SEC Championship.
- Six-time All-American at the University of Oklahoma and ranked third on the all-time Sooners pole vault performance list with a personal best of 18 feet, 1 inch.
- Earned 2nd place finish at the 2007 NCAA championships and qualified for the 2008 Olympic Trials.
Michael G. Higgs ’79
MIKE HIGGS
1975-1979
Inducted in 2007
- Achieved two individual state swim titles and four team titles at St. X.
- Set state records in the 500-yard freestyle as a junior (4:46.849) and senior (4:46.079)
- National Junior Finalist and National Senior Finalist for Lakeside Swim Club.
- Still holds six state records in individual and relay freestyle events.
John L. Hoeck ’44 †
JOHN HOECK
1940-1944
Inducted in 1987
John was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1982
Special in so many ways to St. X and the Xaverian Brothers, John has a long relationship of dedicated and generous service to St. X. Upon graduation from St. X, John attended the University of Notre Dame and in 1948 earned his BA in economics. John is at present Chairman of the Board at United Mercantile Agencies, Inc., a national commercial collection agency. John has been very active in church and civic activities which include: Finance Committee, Holy Spirit: Board of Directors, St. X; Library Council, Notre Dame; Chairman of Leadership Gifts Division CSA and formerly on Spalding College Board of Directors. John has been named Outstanding Alumnus at St. X and Notre Dame. Since the 1960’s, John has been active in the life of St. X. He helped reestablish the Alumni Association, published the Alumni newsletter and headed campaigns to improve the educational opportunities at St. X which include the ETV system, the Media Center, the new athletic fields, and new Specialized Studies Center named in his honor.
John is a founding member of St. X’s Board of Advisors and is the first layperson to serve of the Board of Directors. Much of what St. X is today is due to his vision and leadership. What spare time that is left, John enjoys golf and tennis.
John feels that St. X and the Brothers helped him a great deal when he was a student and has in so many ways dedicated his life to St. X. John’s message is, “look toward the Brothers as role models for all of us to admire and emulate.”
Michael H. Holland ’65
MICHAEL HOLLAND
1961-1965
Michael was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1995
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Louis B. Hollkamp ’67
BERNIE HOLLKAMP
1963-1967
Inducted in 2008
- Four-year starter for the Bellarmine Knights baseball team and member of their Athletic Hall of Fame.
- As a senior, he slugged 12 homeruns and had 49 RBIs which were both single season records and NCAA Division II records in 1971.
- Career highlights include .327 batting average, 19 homeruns, and 60 stolen bases.
- Played amateur baseball for 24 years, achieving four National Amateur Baseball Federation Championships and four second place finishes.
Albert C. Horton '62
AL HORTON
1958-1962
Inducted in 2012
Al was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2017
- Became President and CEO of The Horton Fruit Company in 1979 and currently serves as Chairman.
- He has devoted more than 40 years to the Louisville Produce Association, including serving as president of the Board of Directors.
- Served two nine-year terms on Saint Xavier’s Board of Directors.
- Two-time KHSAA state swim champion in the 200 medley relay and three-time team champion.
- Co-captain of the St. Bonaventure University’s Swim Team in his senior season.
Jeffrey D. Houk ’87
JEFF HOUK
1983-1987
Inducted in 2006
- Earned three varsity letters in football and two in baseball.
- Starting quarterback for the 1986 State Championship football team.
- Rushed for 950 yards and threw for 1,000 yards his senior year, earning him Offensive Player of the Week six times.
- Ran for 201 yards and two touchdowns and threw another in the state title game against Boone County.
- Named Second Team All-State and Academic All-American, in addition to receiving the Coach’s Award.
- Was selected to play in the Kentucky-Tennessee All-Star Classic.
- Accepted a football scholarship to University of Kentucky and played one season.
- Graduated from University of Louisville in 1991 with a degree in Finance.
- Currently, he is found and CEO of First Commonwealth Mortgage.
James S. Hovey, D.C. ’70
JIM HOVEY
1966-1970
Inducted in 2008
- Starting defensive end for the undefeated 1969 state championship football team.
- 1970 state champion in the discus; set school record throwing 154 feet, 5 ½ inches.
- Two-year starter at the University of Kentucky and Honorable Mention All-SEC.
- Team chiropractor for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons.
Robert G. Howell, Sr., Honorary ’98 †
BOB HOWELL
HONORARY1998
Inducted in 1999
- Has provided many years of service as a member of the St. X Booster Board.
- Helps to coordinate the St. X Fall Festival.
- Provides ongoing service to the school and its students through his assistance at all St. X athletic and activity banquets.
- Assists in the preparation and coordination of events ranging from the St X hole-in-one contest to the Xtravaganza.
- Provides expertise and assistance in cutting and clearing of trees on the St. X campus.
- Serves St. X athletics by selling tickets for all home football and basketball games.
- Bob has received a Spirit of Louisville Award and the Gold Leaf Award for his contributions as a member of the Metro Parks Forestry Department. In 1998 he became one of a very select group when he was named an Honorary Alumnus.
Cornelius E. Hubbuch, Sr., Honorary ’77 †
CORNIE HUBBUCH
Inducted in 1983
Has been a spearhead and leading force in both the athletic and academic accomplishments at St. X for many years and is one of the leaders in the current “Xcellence Program” and the extensive new building program at St. X. Cornie had three sons attend St. X. Cornelius “Buddy” was an outstanding swimmer at St. X and is now a Xaverian Brother. John was an outstanding football player as well a swimmer while he attended St. X. Glenn was also an outstanding swimmer at St. X. Although not an “official” alumnus of St. X, Bellarmine, Notre Dame, Catholic University of America and numerous other institutions, organizations and community endeavors, you will find the name of Cornelius E. Hubbuch “Cornie” as one of their leaders. We thank him for choosing Saint Xavier High School as one of his favorite endeavors.
Br. Cornelius E. Hubbuch, Jr., C.F.X. ’54
CORNELIUS HUBBUCH
1950-1954
Brother Cornelius was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1981
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Glenn H. Hubbuch '63
GLENN HUBBUCH
1959-1963
Inducted in 2010
- Two-sport star athlete at St. X – high jumper on the 1963 state championship track team and led swim team to four state titles.
- Set three state records in swimming.
- Earned Architecture degrees from University of Cincinnati and University of Kentucky.
- Founded Hubbuch & Associates architecture firm in 1974 at age 29.
- Designed the Callahan Media Center at St. X in 1973 and since then has been a part of every addition on campus, including the Hoeck Center, Driscoll Center, Flaget Hall, chapel renovations, Br. Thomas More Page Stadium, and the Br. John Wills Sports and Activities Center.
John A. Hubbuch, Sr. ’57
JOHN HUBBUCH
1953-1957
Inducted in 1996
- Football four years, co-captain senior year.
- Swimming four years, co-captain senior year.
- Athletic and Scholastic Achievement Award 1957.
- All-City, All-State football teams 1956.
- Athletic scholarship to Notre Dame.
- Attended Notre Dame, BBA 1961.
- Participated in the famous Bengal Bouts (amateur boxing) at Notre Dame.
- Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame Board 1995-1996.
- Foster Brooks Celebrity Golf Tournament Board 1989-1993.
- Currently President of Hubbuch’s Interior Design, Louisville.
- Best of Louisville Award four times for interior design.
- Actors Theatre of Louisville Board 1969-1976.
- President Louisville Jaycees 1967-1968.
- Bellarmine College Board of Overseers 1977-1983.
- St. X Memory: “Co-captain of St. X’s first state championship football team; all the Xaverian Brothers who have been such an influence on my life, great friends, great coaches, great leaders.”
John L. Huber ’62
JOHN HUBER
1958-1962
Inducted in 2009
- Retired President and Chief Executive Officer for Louisville Water Company.
- Has held many leadership roles in the water industry, shaping legislation and regulations, research and general policy issues.
- Has held board appointments with American Water Works Association, the Water Research Foundation, Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission and Water for People.
- Has received awards from organizations including the City of Louisville, the University of Louisville, and American Water Works Association.
Lee G. Huber ’37 †
LEE HUBER
1933-1937
Inducted in 1986
While at St. X, Lee established an outstanding record as an athlete having lettered in both basketball and tennis. Captain of the 1937 basketball team, Lee was chosen to the All-State team as a senior. Lee excelled, likewise, in tennis winning the state championship both in 1936 and 1937. After graduating from St. X, Lee earned his BA degree at the University of Kentucky where he continued his athletic career distinguishing himself by lettering four years in basketball. Lee was captain of the 1941 Wildcats and was selected to the All Southeast Conference also in 1941. He was named All-American Basketball in both 1940 and 1941. Lee also lettered for four years in tennis and was captain of UK’s team in 1941. After college, Lee served from 1941-1945 in the U.S. Navy. Lee is retired, having spent 12 years as Vice President of Thomasville Furniture Industries. Lee enjoys tennis and golf in his leisure. His advice to the student-athlete at St. X is, “do not neglect your education. Athletics and education should go hand-in-hand.”
George H. Hunt, III ’50 †
JACK HUNT
1946-1950
Inducted in 2003
- Earned four varsity letters in swimming and three in football.
- Helped the Tiger Sharks win four state titles by winning four gold and two bronze medals and scoring points for a 4th place finish during his career.
- Helped set the 200-yard freestyle relay record in 1947.
- Won the state diving championship in 1949 and became the first Kentucky diver to be named All-American.
- As a senior was co-captain of the swim squad, state champ in the 100-yard freestyle and helped set the state record in the 150-yard medley relay.
- On the gridiron, was a member of St. X’s “suicide squad.”
- Saw his first action as a senior scoring a touchdown against Cincinnati Elder.
- Earned three letters as a member of University of Louisville’s swim team.
- Served one year as president of Delta Upsilon Fraternity.
- Graduated from U of L in 1956 with a B.A. in Physics.
- Served nearly two years of active duty in the U.S. Army.
- Worked for Tube Turns Plastic, which later became NIBCO, Inc., until retiring in 2001.
- Assisted in management of political campaigns for Ron Mazzoli ’50 and Gerta Bendl
- Helped coach football at St. Agnes.
Orest Hurko, M.D. ’66
OREST HURKO
1962-1966
Orest was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1999
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
James J. Huter ’43 †
JIM HUTER
1939-1943
Inducted in 1994
- Earned three varsity letters in basketball and two in baseball.
- Baseball state champion in 1942.
- Basketball co-captain – 1943.
- Second Team All-State – 1943.
- Western Kentucky University, B.S. and M.A.
- Varsity baseball and basketball at Western Kentucky University.
- All Ohio Valley Conference – 1945.
- Captain, basketball – 1944 and 1945.
- Coached high school basketball for 29 years, compiling a record of 448-254.
- Won consecutive state titles while coaching at Male High School in 1970 and 1971.
- Retired June, 1994, after 46 years as teacher, coach, and athletic director.
- IIAAA Board of Directors.
- Fondest memory: Brother John patrolling the lunch room on Broadway and pep rallies in the old alumni gym.
J. Fred Hutt, Jr. ’44
FRED HUTT
1940-1944
Inducted in 1985
Special in many ways to St. X and the Xaverian Brothers, Fred has a long relation of dedicated and generous service to St. X. Upon graduation from St. X, Fred attended Notre Dame, U of L and Bellarmine College. He also served in the U.S. Navy. Fred has been involved with every aspect of St. X’s program for over 20 years. The generous use of his talents have enhanced the athletic facilities used by the students today. Fred operates the family blacksmith shop in downtown Louisville. Fred is president of the Tiger Boosters, a member of the St. Xavier Board of Advisors and is a member of the St. Barnabas’ Booster Club.
Boland T. Jones ’78
BOLAND JONES
1974-1978
Inducted in 2008
- Founder, Chairman and CEO of Premiere Global Services, Inc.
- Premiere is a recognized leader in the innovation and application of communication technologies.
- Premiere has an established customer base of over 50,000 companies including nearly 95% of the Fortune 500.
- Premiere was recently ranked as 107th on Forbes America’s Best Small Company List.
Rev. John E. Jones '46 †
JOHN JONES
1942-1946
Inducted in 2017
- Founder of Dare to Care Food Bank, which today partners with nearly 300 local service agencies to distribute nearly 20 million meals to the hungry in Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
- Served 25 years as an active priest for the Archdiocese of Louisville; his roles included pastor of St. John Church and associate pastor at St. Barnabas, Holy Cross, St. Thomas More, All Saints, St. Michael and St. Edward.
- Retired in 1986 and assisted at the Church of Annunciation in Shelbyville, KY and other parishes for more than 20 years.
Robert L. Jones, Jr. '76
BOB JONES
1972-1976
Inducted in 2010
Bob was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2013
- National Merit Finalist, class valedictorian and recipient of Outstanding Scholarship, Leadership and Service Award his senior year at St. X.
- Earned four varsity letters in golf.
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Notre Dame and Cum Laude from Harvard Law School.
- Worked 16 years for non-profit public interest law and policy center in Chicago promoting fair housing, advocacy and public utilities regulation.
- In 2002, became Clinical Professor of Law at University of Notre Dame and is Director of their Legal Aid Clinic.
Kenneth P. Jordan ’30 †
KEN JORDAN
1925-1930
Inducted in 1988
Ken’s busy high school years included participation on the football, basketball, and track teams. He lettered in all three sports and was captain of the 1929 football team. In addition, Ken was named Kentucky All-State in football that year. He received the Notre Dame of Kentucky trophy and was named Best Scholar Athlete during his senior year at St. X. Ken continued his academic and athletic career at Xavier University, playing football and basketball and earning a B.S. Degree in Commerce. At Xavier he received All-State Honorable Mention in basketball his senior year and was co-captain of the basketball team. Ken is a Navy veteran, having served both World War II and Korea. Now a retired USNR Commander, Ken received medals for American Theatre, Phillipine Liberation, the Asiatic Theatre and the WWII Victory Medal. In 1972, Ken retired from Proctor & Gamble after 32 years of service. His long career also includes a stint as a teacher of Accounting and Economics at Xavier University, where he was also assistant coach for both basketball and football.
Charles G. Just ’72
CHARLIE JUST
1968-1972
Inducted in 1994
- Basketball team’s leadership award – 1972.
- All-City and All-Region – 1972.
- All-State Honorable Mention – 1972.
- City/County All-State team.
- B.A., Ohio Northern University.
- Uhle scholarship for academic and athletic achievement.
- Four-year standing guard.
- Ohio Northern Play Maker Award (four times).
- OAL All-Conference team (three times).
- Graduated as Ohio Northern’s career assist leader and 5th in career scoring.
- Women’s basketball coach, Bellarmine College.
- St. Elizabeth Church.
- Fondest Memory: The great teachers and classmates that I was able to come in contact with and especially my coaches Marty Donlon, Joe Heitzman, Frank Cooper and Joe Kroh as mentors and friends.
Charles R. Kaelin ’57
RAY KAELIN
1953-1957
Inducted in 2004
- Earned two varsity football letters and three baseball letters.
- As a junior, was a member of the 1955 squad that went 8-1-1 and claimed the city championship with a 13-6 victory over Flaget.
- Quarterbacked the Tigers to an undefeated season and the school’s first football state championship in 1956 heading up an offense that averaged more than 26 points per game.
- Named All-City quarterback and started in the City/County All-Star game.
- Recipient of the Brother Benjamin Award presented to the student who best typifies the St. X athlete.
- Excelled on the diamond hitting .586 as a sophomore and helping the JV’s at a 6-2 record.
- Named co-captain of the baseball squad his senior year.
- Played baseball and football at Centre College where he captained both squads.
- Retired from Sante Fe Railroad as Vice President of Engineering.
- Authored numerous publications on rail safety and technical development.
- Serves on the board of the YMCA and is a member of the John Unitas Golden Arm Education Foundation.
Louis T. Kalbfleisch ’67 †
TOMMY KALBFLEISCH
1963-1967
Inducted in 1990
“Nothing in life free. You get out of something exactly what you put into it. When I studied hard I made A’s and B’s and when I didn’t I made C’s and D’s. When I work hard I make a nice income, when I don’t – not so good. Work hard, strive to achieve, and it will happen.” Those are the words of Tom Kalbfleisch which represents this 1967 graduate’s climb into Saint Xavier’s great history.
This Tiger great grew up in the West End where his first choice for school was to attend Flaget, but his father wanted him to become a Tiger. Tom said, “After attending my first pep rally, experiencing the fellowship and the school spirit of St. X, I was a Tiger forever!”
Tom went on to compete on two state golf championship teams in 1965 and 1966. In 1967 the team finished as runner-up in state competition with Tom contributing as the individual state runner-up in both 1966 and 1967. After graduating, Tom accepted a golf scholarship to the University of Houston and later transferred to the University of Louisville. While completing his degree in Business, Tom placed fifth in the Missouri Valley Conference golf standing in 1969.
Tom served six years in the United States Army Reserve and presently owns Cardinal Vending Service, Inc.
Tom remembers the hard work it took to be a state champion. “About three weeks before the state golf championship each year, myself and other teammates would get up at 5 a.m. and play 9 holes of golf before school.” Hard work, dedication, and the drive to be the best make Tom Kalbfleisch a deserving candidate for the 1990 St. X Hall of Fame.
Paul M. Karem ’68
PAUL KAREM
1964-1968
Inducted in 1990
Described by many alumni as one of the finest to play the position in St. X’s tradition of outstanding quarterbacks, this 1968 graduate was a star in two sports – football and track. While representing the school in both sports, football is where Paul Karem left his mark in the St. X tradition.
In Paul’s words, “Be strong enough to always make an honest appraisal of rating yourself. Seek constructive criticism or evaluations and react to them. Don’t shy from hearing distressful things about yourself – they are the guideposts to success.” Paul has had plenty of success on the playing field. During his senior year he was named All-State quarterback by both the Courier Journal and the Lexington Herald. He was named to the All-American team, as well as being selected to receive the coveted Saint Xavier Brother Benjamin Award. Paul still holds the record the most touchdowns (15) thrown in a single season and the most passing yards in a single season (1,375).
“My memories of St. X are embodied in the man who led and taught us how to men. That was John Meihaus. His most unsung quality was the manner in which he always reminded us of our religion and what it should mean to us.” Paul took these lessons to the University of Kentucky where he was awarded an athletic scholarship and his degree in Business. In 1970 Paul won the Fifth Quarter award given to the player exemplifying outstanding team effort.
The Karem’s are members of Holy Spirit parish. Paul is the manager/broker of the AmSouth Mortgage Company. “I’m sure the Xaverian Brothers who taught us are a very special breed of men. They entered themselves in a celibate, religious community, unable to administer sacrament, but to teach young men. That is an incredible degree of dedication by today’s standards. I feel very obligated and fortunate in regard to those men.” In the eyes of St. X, Paul Karem is also a very special breed of man.
Henry M. Kauffmann ’41 †
HEINE KAUFFMANN
1937-1941
Inducted in 1994
- Varsity football – lettered three years.
- Football co-captain senior year.
- All-City guard – 1940.
- St. X Man of the Year – 1941.
- B.S. St. Joseph College, Indiana J.D., University of Louisville Law School.
- Football, three years at St. Joseph College, Indiana.
- Elected to St. Joseph College Sports Hall of Fame.
- Honorable Mention, All-Catholic College All-American – 1946.
- Retired, CPA and tax attorney.
- Involved with Our Lady of Lourdes, Senior Citizens East (treasurer), served St. PTA – 1980 (president), St. X Board of Advisors (1980-84) (chair 1985), St. Matthews football and baseball coach.
- Fondest memory: The Xaverian Brothers, especially Brother John Joseph Sterne and Brother John Beary, the St. Francis Xavier statue and the walk to football practice at Alumni Field.
William P. Kelly ’10 †
WILLIAM KELLY
1906-1910
William was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1972
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
David P. King ’76
DAVE KING
1972-1976
Inducted in 2006
- Earned two varsity letters in football.
- Named All-State Honorable Mention as a junior on the 1974 State Championship football team.
- Received Kentucky Governor’s Youth Merit Award for Achievement in Athletics.
- Named First Team All-State on the 1975 State Championship football team after stellar post season play that included three touchdowns.
- Accepted an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.
- As a freshman, he led the team in receiving with 24 catches for 443 yards and two touchdowns.
- Against Notre Dame, he had 10 receptions for 179 yards tying the school’s single game record for receptions and yards gained.
- Coached four city championship girls’ volleyball teams at St. Margaret Mary.
- He is partner and owner of System Solutions of Kentucky.
James O. King, Jr. ’69 †
JIM KING
1965-1969
Inducted in 2015
- Founder of King and Company, PSC in 1981.
- Served as President of King Southern Bank for 28 years.
- Served Louisville Metro Council as District 10 Representative.
- Elected to an unprecedented five terms as Metro Council President.
- Recipient of the University of Louisville’s Wilson Wyatt Award in 2015 for significant contributions to the enhancement of urban life (last awarded in 1998).
Paul R. Kinny ’75
PAUL KINNY
1971-1975
Inducted in 2004
- Was a member of four state championship teams: cross country in 1971, 1973, 1974 and track in 1974.
- Finished first in the 1974 regional cross country meet and second in the state meet behind teammate Dave Buechler.
- Placed second in the two-mile race at the 1974 state track meet.
- Captured the one-mile championship at the 1975 state track meet with a time of 4:15.
- Named high school All-American in cross country following his senior campaign.
- Ran one year of track and cross country at Miami of Ohio.
- Finished second in the 1976 Louisville Marathon.
- Ranked nationally in the top right of his age group in four track events (800, 1500, mile, 3000) in 2002-03.
- Bronze medalist for his age group in the 2003 National Masters meet.
- Graduated from St. X as a National Merit Scholar.
- Obtained B.A. degree in Psychology from Kentucky in 1979 and earned his law degree from California’s Hastings Law School in 1984.
Rudolph F. Klarer ’40 †
RUDOLPH KLARER
1936-1940
Inducted in 2003
- Earned three varsity football letters.
- Named Honorable Mention All-State guard.
- Selected to play in the 1939 Shrine All-Star East/West Game.
- Earned two varsity letters in track.
- Became the starting left guard at the University of Tennessee during his sophomore year.
- Helped the Vols defeat Tulsa 14-7 in the 1943 Sugar Bowl.
- Honor Roll student all four years at St. X and vice president of his senior class.
- Member of Sigma Chi Fraternity and president of the Newman Club at UT.
- Left UT to enlist in the Army during World War II.
- Killed in action on January 6, 1945 at the Battle of the Bulge.
- Posthumously awarded the Purple Heart and the Silver Star for gallantry in action.
- His jersey number 49 is permanently retired at Tennessee.
Isaac J. Knable ’02
ISAAC KNABLE
1998-2002
Inducted in 2015
- Four-time individual KHSAA state wrestling champion in four different weight classes.
- Member of the 2001 KHSAA wrestling state championship team.
- Two-time recipient of the KHSAA Most Outstanding Wrestler award
- Undefeated against Kentucky opponents during high school career.
- NCAA Championships qualifier from Indiana University (2002).
Otto F. Knop ’49 †
OTTO KNOP
1946-1949
Inducted in 1983
Football, basketball, track and swimming. All-City football in 1947 and 1948. All-State and co-captain in 1948. Assistant football coach in 1953 and from 1956-1959. Attended the University of Louisville and received Little All-American honors in 1950 and 1952. Was co-captain in 1951 and captain in 1952. Named Center of the Week by the AP following a 13-13 tie with #9 ranked University of Miami. Longtime line coach Clark Wood, labeled Otto as “one of the best offensive linemen ever to play at U of L.” Was one of the first football players inducted into the U of L Hall of Fame. Received the first “Outstanding Alumnus Award” given by the School of Arts and Sciences in 1978. Played football at the Bowling Air Force Base and was awarded the game ball in the service championship game. Selected to played in the “Senior Bowl” in 1952, but a broken arm prevented him from playing. Appeared on “To Tell the Truth” as a past football player turned interior designer in 1963. Awarded “Most Courageous Award” in 1978 U of L Alumni game at age 49, while playing with one son and against two others.
John L. Knopf, Sr. ’44 †
JOHN KNOPF
1940-1944
Inducted in 1991
“Being a freshman while standing on the balcony and hearing the St. X fight song,” that is how John describes one of his favorite memories – a song that has echoed through a lifetime of school and community service. A 1944 graduate, John played Tiger basketball for four years, earning team captain his senior year as well as being named to the All-State team. He lettered all four years.
He continued his playing after leaving St. X, with the University of Louisville, where he participated in basketball and track. The results were the same. John was selected for the Little All-American squad in 1948. He lettered two years in track and he participated in the Olympic Team Trials. While at U of L, along with his athletic efforts, John served as an officer in his fraternity. Since graduating from U of L with his degree in law, John has remained active with the school, serving as president of both the “L” Club and the Law School Alumni and as vice president of the Board of Overseers. John has received the Outstanding Alumni Award, and he has been inducted into the U of L Hall of Fame.
In addition to his active collegiate career, John served two years in the United States Air Force where he continued his love for sports by participating in basketball, baseball, and softball.
Active in the Boy Scouts of America, John has served as Cub master, district chairman, and council commissioner, representing 19 counties. He has received the President’s Award, the Buck Skin, and the Silver Brave awards which are Scouting’s highest honors.
He is past president of the Young Democrats Club, Wildwood Country Club, and Hunter Club. He served as the State Democratic Third District Chairman and is a member of the Louisville Bar Association.
Although retired from his law practice, John stays active in politics, which he describes as leisure, along with golf, bridge, travel and gardening.
John’s life was touched by the influence of the St. X Brothers. His motto, “Never give up on any job or goal,” is indicative of the contributions he has made to his family, his school and community.
Joseph M. Koch, Jr. ’51 †
JOSEPH KOCH
1947-1951
Inducted in 1984
Received the Ray Baer Award as the “Most Improved Player” on the 1951 football team. Joe was also chosen the “Most Valuable Player” in the Kentucky High School All Star Football game in 1951. From there, Joe (who weighed only a very tough 180 pounds) went on to stardom at the University of Kentucky. Joe was a starter on the UK football team for three years and played in the Cotton Bowl in 1952. Joe was elected captain of the Kentucky football team in 1954. Joe had the opportunity to play for three great coaches in Ray Baer, Paul “Bear” Bryant and Blanton Collier. Joe founded and is president of the Koch Filter Corporation. Joe is active in many St. X and UK activities and is becoming a very good golfer.
Dennis P. Koper, M.D. '79
DENNIS KOPER
1975-1979
Inducted in 2011
- Star defensive back on the 1978 State Championship football team.
- Four-year varsity letterman at the University of Dayton and led the team in interceptions as a senior.
- Graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and has served in the health care industry, both as a physician and entrepreneur since 1992.
- Owner and co-founder of two home healthcare agencies, Aiding Home Health and HomeCare Clinicians, both of which offer home healthcare services.
Joseph E. Kroh, III ’61
JOE KROH
1957-1961
Inducted in 1993
Joe Kroh has been involved with the St. X family since his freshman year in 1957. Known today for his hours of dedication to the St. X Tennis Program, he began his athletic career in a very different sport – cross country.
During his St. X career, Joe served as captain of the cross country team, was the first St. X cross country state champion setting a state record, and was part of two state team titles in 1959 and 1960.
Upon completing his senior year, Joe earned a full athletic scholarship for cross country to Seton Hall University where he majored in English and distinguished his running skills by having several top finishes and breaking five course records. He completed his college career at Bellarmine where he captained the cross country team.
Today, Mr. Kroh is a member of the English Department at Saint Xavier and serves as varsity tennis coach. He has earned a number of honors for work in and out of the classroom including a Golden Apple Teacher Achievement Award from Ashland Oil, a Kentuckiana Workforce Institute Internship, six state championship tennis teams and 12 consecutive regional tennis titles. His tennis program record is 234-30. In addition, he has coached 13 high school All-Americans and he’s had more than 30 players go on to play college tennis.
Timothy E. Kute, M.D. ’63
TIM KUTE
1959-1963
Inducted in 1987
Tim participated in many activities while at St. X; Glee Club, Math Club, Camera Club, the Senior Prom Committee, Science Fair, Sodality. His best known activity was swimming. He won the Coach’s Award as the Most Outstanding Swimmer and was selected co-captain his senior year. After St. X, Tim attended the University of Cincinnati and again excelled in swimming and was co-captain and a member of the Missouri Valley Championship team for three years. He served his country for two years in the Army. At present, Tim is Associate Professor of Medicine at Wake Forest University. His primary responsibility is breast cancer research and teaching.
Tim is active in many church and civic organizations. He coordinates the Adult Education Program for his parish, teaches CCD and is involved in prison ministry and youth soccer programs. Tim enjoys his free time with wife. Tim’s message to the present Tigers, “accept achievements and defeats without losing the purpose of life which is really to be a good Christian person.”
Joe R. Kruse ’32 †
JOE KRUSE
1928-1932
Inducted in 1989
Joe lettered in both football and track during his years at St. X. His talents on the football field were recognized when he was named All-City and received All-State Honorable Mention. Joe was awarded the Rotary Club Medal for Outstanding Student Athlete in recognition of his efforts both in the classroom and on the playing field. Joe went on to play football for Xavier University in Cincinnati, and he became captain of the football team. He also served as president of the Student Council and president of the senior class. He was awarded the Xavier University Legion of Honor and is a member of the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Joe served for four years in the U.S. Air Force, attaining the rank of Captain. He is a graduate of the Command and General Staff College, Leavenworth, Kansas. Joe also put his football talents to use a member of the Cincinnati Bengals professional football team, playing with that team for four years. He made the All-Star team in 1941. He is retired from his insurance agency and says his attention is now focused on caring for his wife, who is an invalid. Joe has many wonderful memories of the “dedicated, holy men” at St. X who helped him so much. He has particularly fond memories of Brothers Josephus, Benjamin, and Karl, who were a “big influence in my life”. Joe said his advice to current Tigers would be, “never quit! Stick till the final round is through, maybe the other guy’s groggy, too!”
James E. LaFollette, M.D. ’40 †
JIM LAFOLLETTE
1936-1940
Jim was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1969
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Kevin T. Lamar ’80
KEVIN LAMAR
1976-1980
Inducted in 2002
- Multi-sport athlete earning letters in football, track, and basketball.
- All-State and All-District offensive lineman during his senior year.
- Starter on the 1978 4A State Championship team his junior year.
- Earned four letters playing football at Stanford University for Coach Jack Elway.
- Received Player of the Game honors in 1984 clash with Washington.
- Was on the field during the famous “Marching Band Play” against California in 1982.
- As a senior, was selected by his coaches as off-season “Lifter of the Year” and pre-season “Best Conditioned Athlete”.
- Named to the All-PAC 10 Strength team.
- Had professional stints with the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers.
- Graduated from Stanford in 1985 with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.
- Began working for Schwinn Cycling and Fitness in 1989; quickly moved up the ladder becoming president in 1999.
- Currently is President of The Nautilus Group, which owns Nautilus, Schwinn, Bowflex and Stairmaster.
- Sits on the Board of Directors for the YMCA in Boulder, Colorado.
- Serves as an Advisor to the President’s Council for Physical Fitness.
T. Patrick Lampton II '83
PAT LAMPTON
1979-1983
Inducted in 2017
- Engineer at NASA serving as Technical Assistant for Solid Rocket Propulsion.
- Currently designing a spacecraft that will place a robotic lander on Jupiter’s moon, Europa.
- Served as Deputy Project Manager of the Space Shuttle Boosters and Chief Engineer of the Area Program First State Booster.
- Prior to NASA, spent 13 combined years as an aerospace engineer for the United States Air Force and the United States Army.
- Spent 27 years as a youth minister and recently began to ministering to inmates.
John C. Lechleiter, Ph.D. '71
JOHN LECHLEITER
1967-1971
Inducted in 2017
- Joined Eli Lilly & Company in 1979 as a senior organic chemist and retired as President and CEO after 37 years with the company.
- Served as Chairman of Eli Lilly’s Board of Directors from January 2009 through May 2017.
- Earned a bachelor’s degree in chemisty from Xavier University and completed master’s and doctoral studies in organic chemistry from Harvard University.
- Holds honorary doctorate degrees from Marian University, University of Indianapolis, National University of Ireland, Indiana University, Franklin College, Butler University, and Purdue University.
J. Patrick Lenahan ’40 †
PAT LENAHAN
1936-1940
Inducted in 1997
- Varsity football 1937-1939.
- Captain of the football team in fall 1939.
- Baseball 1939.
- Basketball 1939.
- All-Falls City football team.
- Shamrock Club – Outstanding Player
- University of Tennessee 1940-1943 football and basketball.
- University of South Carolina 1946-1948, AB Accounting, football and baseball.
- Army Air Force 1943-1945.
- Military aviator, Ryan Field, Tucson, Arizona.
- Profile Business First 1988.
- Charter Member, Derby City Baseball.
- Past president, National Amateur Baseball Federation.
- St. X memory: “The great education provided by the Xaverian Brothers, running around with Paulie Miller ’40 and Rudy Klarer (dec. WWII).”
Peter N. Lengyel '80
PETE LENGYEL
1976-1980
Inducted in 2017
- President and CEO of Safran USA, a world leader in aerospace, defense and security technologies.
- Decorated career naval officer and recipient of the Legion of Merit award, Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), the Air Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Navy Commendation Medal (three awards), and the Navy Achievement Medal.
- As Director of Naval Affairs, he serves as a liaison between government, defense, and private sector leaders to increase interoperability of U.S. and French defense and national security systems.
- Qualified as a tactical coordinator, mission commander, and instructor in the P-3C aircraft and attained for more than 3,500 flight hours.
Richard D. Lyons ’65
DICKY LYONS
1961-1965
Inducted in 1985
Dicky lettered in both football and track while at St. X. He was chosen as All-State in both sports in 1964 and 1965 as well as All-American in football in 1965. Considered the most exciting high school football player in the last twenty years, Dicky also excelled in track. His personal victories in the pole vault and high hurdles assured St. X the state championship in 1962. After graduation from St. X, Dicky attended UK where he earned his degree and excelled in football as a “do everything back” player. Dicky owns ever UK career punt and kickoff return record. He led the SEC in scoring (73 points) in 1967 and was chosen to the All-SEC Team in 1967 and 1968. Dicky played pro ball for the Richmond Road Runners, Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints. Dicky lives in La Place, Louisiana where he is a private investigator. In his free time, Dicky enjoys golf.
James E. Malone ’26 †
JIMMIE MALONE
1922-1926
Inducted in 1985
Jimmie Malone is one of those outstanding individuals whose life has shaped the spirit of St. X. Jimmie entered St. X in 1922 from St. Patrick’s. During his four years as a student, Jimmie contributed greatly to St. X athletics and made a lasting impression on the school. An outstanding all-around athlete, Jimmie lettered in baseball, football, and basketball. He was captain of the 1926 St. X basketball team when it won the National Catholic Championship in Chicago. He was also a member of the X Club, Glee Club and Good Fellowship Club. Major Jimmie Malone served the people of Louisville as Chief of Detectives of the Louisville Police for 25 years. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus. Jimmie was always close to St. X serving as secretary of alumni (Class of 1926). He loved his school, his city, his family, his friends, and his God. Jimmie’s induction to the Athletic Hall of Fame reflects the honor and esteem St. X has for his life and memory.
David O. Mann ’87
DAVID MANN
1983-1987
Inducted in 1997
- All-State football team in 1986.
- Who’s Who in American High School Football 1986-1987.
- Track four years, two varsity letters.
- Basketball two years.
- U.S. Naval Academy, BS Political Science 1997.
- Military Service: U.S. Navy 1991-1997; Navy and Marine Commendation Medal; Two Navy Achievement medals; U.S. Navy White House liaison officer 1995-1997.
- Full athletic scholarship for football.
- College track 1987-1988.
- Currently, student at Harvard Business School.
- Scoutmaster, Boy Scouts of America.
- Senior monitor, recreation for mentally and physically handicapped.
- St. X Memory: “Starting my football career as a second string freshman player and, after much hard work, dedication and proper direction, earning a football scholarship.”
Carl V. Marrillia ’76
CARL MARRILLIA
1972-1976
Inducted in 1989
Carl lettered in football while he was at St. X, and his outstanding play earned him a number of awards. He received the Leadership Award and the Paul Young Award from St. X as well has being named to the All-City and All-State football teams. He earned national recognition when he was named a Catholic All-American. After graduation, Carl went to the University of Kentucky, earning a degree in Business. He played for the Wildcat football team, too. Carl’s playing days were highlighted by the great effort he gave, and the Wildcats recognized Carl’s determination, giving him the 110% Award. Carl, who lives in Louisville, is a heavy equipment operator and a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church. His leisure-time activities include working on antique vehicles, traveling and outdoor sports. Carl is grateful for the years he spent at St. X. He said, “I think St. X is a great school and it prepared me for college and life in general.” His message to the Tigers: “Be dedicated, disciplined and if you believe in something, keep striving.”
Paul F. Mattingly III ’98
CHIP MATTINGLY
1994-1998
Inducted in 2015
- Three-year starter and two-time All-State player for the Tiger football team.
- Member of two KHSAA football state championship teams (1995 and 1997).
- Four-year starter for the University of Louisville, primarily as long snapper and special team player.
- Collegiate career included four bowl game appearances and a 2001 Liberty Bowl championship.
- Signed as a rookie free agent with the Buffalo Bills.
Joseph F. Maupin, Sr. ’49
JOE MAUPIN
1945-1949
Inducted in 1991
In each successful organization there are many unsung heroes: those individuals whose influence has a dramatic effect on the outcome but whose personal achievements go unrecognized. Joseph F. Maupin, Sr. is one of St. X’s great unsung heroes.
A 1949 graduate, Joe participated in football and track, letting in both sports. As Joe explained, “I really appreciated all the effort the Brothers put into making you a student and their limitless help. The intensity of Brother Boniface in English and the football coaches, especially Ray Baer and Joe Hagan, made it a very special time. We are all very lucky to have St. X and to be a part of it. We know it is more than athletics and winning games. No other place is like it, and a young man has the best chance of success by being a part of St. X.” Lessons that Joe would never forget.
Joe attended the University of Louisville for two years, but the call of the military brought him into the United States Army where he played basketball.
Joe’s family and his love for the youth sparked Joe to become engrossed in community service with the St. Pius Booster Club for 28 years and the YMCA. In 1987 Joe was selected as the YMCA Outstanding Volunteer of the Year. If St. X had offered this award, he would have won it several times.
The owner of Heatco Company, Inc., which distributes commercial and industrial water heaters, Joe found time to be the jack of all trades. Whether he was helping, coaching, filming, running errands, convincing his great St. Pius players to attend St. X, or whatever it took, Joe was always there.
Joe achieved his greatest notoriety as a volunteer, serving as the head coach of the St. Pius grade school football team, where he took eleven of his teams to the Toy Bowl, winning eight titles. Many of his players later attended St. X due to Joe’s influence.
Joe offers his assistance to those in need. He is the unofficial equipment manager with the University of Kentucky football team, and he is still a loyal supporter of St. X. He is a volunteer for the YMCA special needs program and the Jefferson County Reading Program.
Joe Maupin is a great friend to St. X, a friend who is always there to lend a hand. Joe’s philosophy is simply stated, “always be fair and honest, and do your best and keep trying. Things will work out.”
With guys like Joe Maupin around, things have worked out for St. X.
The Honorable Romano L. Mazzoli ’50
RON MAZZOLI
1946-1950
Inducted in 2002
Ron was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1983
- Earned four letters in tennis.
- Won the State Doubles Title in 1950 with George Koper.
- Played three years of football under Coach Ray Baer.
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Notre Dame in 1954.
- Served in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956.
- Earned his J.D. from the University of Louisville School of Law in 1960, graduating first in his class.
- Elected to the Kentucky State Senate in 1968.
- Served 12 successive terms in the U.S. House of Representatives representing Kentucky’s Third District (1971-1995).
- After retiring from politics, he accepted a position at U of L as a distinguished fellow in law and public policy.
- Serves on the Board of Directors at St. X.
Donald T. McAllister, M.D. ’56 †
DON MCALLISTER
1952-1956
Inducted in 1993
Don McAllister “Doc Mac” as many students and coaches known him, has had a hard time leaving the St. X athletic program. In the fall of each year he continues to stand on the sideline and cheer on the Tigers as one of the Athletic Program’s team physicians.
During his playing days, Dr. McAllister participated in football, basketball, and track. Though he participated in three sports, his talent came out in the football field. During his career he earned All-City, All-County, All-State, and All-Southern honors. He was also named a Catholic All-American and a Scholastic Team All-American.
After his career at St. X, he attended the University of Notre Dame where he played football and earned his B.A. in Economics. He then went on to earn his M.D. in 1965, served as Captain in the U.S. Air Force, and completed his board certification for orthopedic surgery in 1973.
His fondest memories of St. X include the Brothers, the coaches and the friendships created at St. X that have continued on to today.
Br. James Leo McCarthy, C.F.X. †
BR. JAMES
1951-57, 1970-91
Inducted in 1994
- Coached freshman football and basketball.
- Coached junior varsity basketball and baseball.
- Coached varsity swimming to state titles in 1956 and 1957.
- Reintroduced basketball intramural program.
- B.A. and M.A., St. John’s University.
- Retired faculty member, Saint Xavier High School.
- Honoree, Archdiocese Peace and Justice Program.
- Saint Xavier Teacher of the Year – 1991.
- Archdiocesan Teacher of the Year.
- Fondest Memory: The great spirit at Second and Broadway in spite of limited facilities.
Martin S. McDermott ’68
MARTY MCDERMOTT
1964-1968
Inducted in 1993
Marty is known to most St. X fans as the Tight End that scored several touchdowns against Trinity and Flaget. But Marty is also known for his success as a member of the Louisville Police Department. Said fellow Hall of Famer Paul Karem ’68, “with the unfortunate things happening in society today, it’s very comforting to know that a man of Marty’s character is out there protecting our families.”
During Marty’s career, he earned All-City, All-State and High School Prep All-American honors. After graduation, Marty attended Eastern Kentucky University before leaving to join the Louisville Division of Police in 1970, as a clerk in the Property Room.
Sworn in as a police officer in 1971, Marty continued his college education at the University of Louisville. Marty graduated from the University’s Southern Police Institute Administrative Officer’s Course and the Police Executive Development courses. He also graduated from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy.
Marty has served as a patrol officer in various areas of Louisville for 15 years. Promoted to Sergeant in 1984, Marty was reassigned to the Criminal Investigation Section where he supervised investigations including the tragedy at Standard Gravure on September 14, 1989.
In April of 1990, Marty (who was recently promoted to Lieutenant) was chosen by Chief Doug Hamilton to serve as the Chief’s Executive Officer, a position he currently holds. In this capacity, Marty is responsible for the administration of the chief’s office and serves as the department’s Spokesman and Media Relations Officer.
James F. McDonald ’58
JIM MCDONALD
1954-1958
Jim was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1994
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
David L. McGinty ’54
DAVE MCGINTY
1950-1954
Inducted in 1995
- All-State football, Honorable Mention 1952.
- All-State football, Third Team 1953.
- Football co-captain, on first St. X City Championship Team.
- Hasenour Trophy – Football City Scoring Leader 1953.
- All-Southern Football Honors.
- All-State Track team, lettered three years.
- Ordained deacon – Archdiocese of Louisville.
- Retired Captain – Louisville Fire Department.
- Knights of Columbus – 4th Degree.
- Active member – Saint Vincent de Paul Society.
- Active member – Saint Timothy Parish.
- Fondest memory of St. X: “St. X is just one big happy memory in my life.”
Robert J. McIntyre, III ’76
BOB MCINTYRE
1972-1976
Inducted in 1999
- Defensive end on consecutive state championship football teams – 1974 and 1975.
- All-State award in 1975.
- Named to All-St. X team for the history of the St. X/Trinity rivalry by The Courier Journal.
- All-Sectional baseball team in 1976.
- Played in state baseball tournament in 1975.
- Awarded football scholarship to Eastern Kentucky University.
- Four year letterman at EKU.
- First Team Kodak and Second Team Associated Press All-American in 1979 while at EKU.
- Member of the 1979 NCAA I-AA National Championship team.
- Led the Ohio Valley Conference in tackles in 1979.
- Professional try-outs with the Green Bay Packers and Montreal Alouettes.
Johnny Meihaus †
JOHNNY MEIHAUS
1949-1969
Inducted in 1983
Outstanding football and track star at Manual High School and the University of Kentucky in the 1940’s. John became an assistant football coach under Ray Baer and head track coach in 1949, and later became head football coach from 1952-1969. His teams won over 140 games, lost 41 and tied 4. He won 3 state football championships and was runner-up three times. His record of 32 games without a loss is still a state record. His track team record consisted of three state championships and 7 regional championships. John Meihaus’ contribution to St. X’s Xcellence in athletics will long be remembered. Thank you John for a great job.
Steve Mercer '93
STEVE MERCERR. Kenyon Meyer ’88
KENYON MEYER
1984-1988
Inducted in 2004
- Played four years of soccer earning two varsity letters.
- Helped the Tigers to an 11-4-1 record in 1986.
- Captained the 1987 squad to an 18-1-2 with the only loss coming to Atherton in regional finals.
- Named All-Region and team MVP following his senior year.
- Continued his soccer career at Notre Dame where he played four seasons.
- Was the leading scorer for the Irish as a junior.
- Picked captain of the squad as a senior and was named team MVP.
- Selected First Team All-Conference and First Team All-Region
- Named an Adidas Scholar Athlete and won the Top Student-Athlete Award for Notre Dame soccer.
- Played four years of semipro soccer with the Cointhian Casuals (England), the Louisville Thoroughbreds and the Lexington Bandits.
- Currently in his fourth season as head soccer coach for Assumption High School.
- Led the Rockets to the district and region titles in 2001.
- Graduate Cum Laude from Notre Dame in 1992 and with honors from University of Louisville’s School of Law in 1995.
- Currently a partner with the law firm of Dinsmore and Shohl.
- Winner of the Louisville Bar Association’s Pro Bono Service Award in 2000.
- Named to Business First “40 under 40” list of community leaders in 2001.
James K. Miller ’42 †
JIM MILLER
1938-1942
Inducted in 1986
Jim’s career as a student-athlete at St. X was outstanding. Having lettered in football, basketball and track. Jim was named to the All-State Football Team in 1941 and played in the Shine All Star football game the same year. He was a member of the 1942 state championship baseball team. In addition to his athletic talent, Jim also excelled in music and was a member of the St. X Minstrels. Upon graduating from St. X, Jim attended the University of Tennessee where again he distinguished himself in football, lettering as a freshman and playing in the 1942 Sugar Bowl as a second-year man. World War II interrupted Jim’s career at Tennessee. He served his country in the U.S. Army for three years earning the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge. Jim returned to the University of Louisville where he lettered three times in baseball and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. For thirteen years Jim used his great athletic knowledge for the benefit of the Flaget Braves as varsity line coach from 1947-1959. A member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Jim is president of Jim Miller Photography and an active member of the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Singing in America, the Professional Photographers Association and the Professional Photographers of Greater Louisville. Versatile and gifted, Jim has received numerous awards as Director of the Thoroughbreds; International Quartet Finalist; International Chorus Champions 1962, 1966, 1969, 1974, 1978, 1981 and 1984; Man of the Year in 1966 and 1976 in the Cardinal District and Thoroughbred Chapter Man of the Year in 1965. In his leisure, Jim enjoys the Barbershop Quartet, chorus singing and golf. “I treasure most the lifelong friendship spawned at St. X and the training received from the Brothers. My strongest memory is the spirit of St. X that is still strong within me to this day.” His advice to the Tigers is, “Based upon your own intellect, skills, talent and natural ability, the secret to happiness and self-esteem is to use your talents and attain the best that you can possibly be in your chosen field.”
Louis A. Miller ’35 †
LEW MILLER
1931-1935
Lew was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1996
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Paul A. Miller ’40 †
PAULIE MILLER
1937-1940
Inducted in 1985
While at St. X, Paulie established an outstanding record as a basketball player, having lettered in that sport. Captain of the 1939 basketball team, leading scorer in the Falls City area, Paulie was also a member of the National Basketball team in 1938 and was selected for the first All-Kentucky High School Basketball Team. Paulie also played football at St. X. Paulie attended Morehead University where he played basketball and football. He finished his degree at U of L. Paulie spent three years in the U.S. Navy. During his service, Paulie played basketball, football and baseball. He was on the same All-Star Baseball Team as Ted Williams. Paulie’s love for athletics continued as a coach. He coached football for 18 years at Flaget. Under Paulie, the Braves won the state championship four times. He coached for one year at Trinity and four years at U of L. Paulie was named Coach of the Year three times – the only coach in Kentucky with this honor. Paulie produced five All-American football players. One of his players, Paul Hornung, is the only Kentucky athlete to win the Heisman Award. Paulie also coached Gus Bell in baseball who made the All-Star Baseball Game for five years while with the Cincinnati Reds. Paulie is well known for his contribution to the citizens of Louisville and Jefferson County. Presently, Paulie is Circuit Court Clerk of Jefferson County. He is a member of Lady of Lourdes Church, numerous Democratic Clubs, the Optimist and former member of the Knights of Columbus. Paul enjoys the peace and quiet of his lake house at Patoka Lake.
Benjamin C. Monhollen ’59 †
BEN MONHOLLEN
1955-1959
Inducted in 2007
- Earned three varsity letters in basketball.
- Starting center for the 1958 state basketball championship team.
- Was the leading scorer in the championship game with 23 points.
- Captained the Tigers his senior year and averaged 16.7 points.
- Ranked 5th in field goal percentage among the city teams as a senior.
- Received First Team All-City honors and the school’s MVP award.
- Individual honors in 1958 and 1959 include: All-City, All-Region, Honorable Mention All-State, and team MVP.
- Averaged 17.4 points and 14.4 rebounds on the freshman squad at Xavier University.
- Played at Bellarmine during his junior and senior seasons, and was named to the All-Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Team both years.
- Scored 22 points against Austin Peay in Bellarmine’s first NCAA tournament game.
- Inducted into Bellarmine’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
- Coached St. Athanasius 1980 City Championship basketball team.
- Coached St. Athanasius 1982 City Championship softball team.
- Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Bellarmine from 1981-1989.
- Graduated from Bellarmine in 1964 with a degree in Psychology.
- Earned his MBA from U of L in 1971.
- Earned a master’s degree in Industrial Technology from EKU.
- Earned a master’s degree in Education from U of L.
- Instructor at Bellarmine’s School of Business for 25 years.
- Retired from Ford Motor Company after 37 years.
Miguel O. Montano ’93
MIGUEL MONTANO
1989-1993
Inducted in 2009
- All-State wide receiver on 1992 St. X state championship football team.
- University of Louisville wide receiver caught 98 passes during his sophomore and junior sesaons, the 2nd highest total for back-to-back seasons in school history.
- As a college senior, he tallied 67 catches for 875 yards.
- Graduated from U of L as the career leader in receptions (175) and receiving yards (2,305).
Maurice F. Moorman ’63
MO MOORMAN
1959-1963
Inducted in 1984
Considered one of the greatest athletes to attend St. X. Mo was All-City, All-State and All South High School All-American in football. Won state championship in the shotput. Received many college scholarship offers and finished up his college career at Texas A&M where he earned both All-Southwest Conference and All-American honors. Mo was an All-Pro offensive guard with the Kansas City Chiefs for many years and starred in an AFL Championship game as well as in the 1969 Kansas City victory over Minnesota in Super Bowl IV. Mo is president and CEO of Mo Moorman Distributors Inc.
Eugene L. Mosley ’60
JUDGE MOSLEY
1956-1960
Inducted in 1992
Offering a challenge to today’s student-athlete, Mosley recommends that you “be a participant in some school activity whether it is athletic or academic.” From this, “you learn team play, respect for others, and self-discipline.” All of which have played a part in the success of Judge Mosley.
While at St. X, Mosley played two years of football (quarterback and punter) and four years of basketball (forward) and baseball (pitcher). As a freshman pitcher, he led the varsity baseball team to a regular season victory over Trinity. During his senior basketball season he was named Co-Captain of the basketball team and Honorable Mention All-City. The 1960 “Tiger” yearbook called him “The Gray Ghost.”
Bellarmine College enjoyed his basketball prowess for four full years, 1960-1964. Mosley, an English major, was twice named to the KIACL All-Conference team. He led the squad in scoring for two years and was team captain for two years. Showing outstanding endurance and determination, Judge Mosley started in 101 straight basketball games beginning with his freshman season and ending his senior year. He was given the Silver Knight Athletic Award and inducted into the Bellarmine College Hall of Fame in 1979.
Still a revered Bellarmine alumnus today, he was named the college’s Alumnus of the Year in 1973. He graduated from the University of Louisville School of Law and practices with his son, Jeff ’83, at Miller, Mosley, Clare and Townes.
Carl W. Mueller ’45 †
CARL MUELLER
1941-1945
Inducted in 2004
- Earned three letters in baseball and one in basketball.
- Was captain and leading hitter for the 1945 state championship baseball team earning All-State honors.
- Named Honorable Mention All-State in basketball after senior season in which he was the team’s second leading scorer.
- Played centerfield on two American Legion State Baseball Championship teams.
- Signed a professional contract with the Boston Red Sox and played briefly in their organization.
- Served for the United States Marine Corps in World War II.
- Retired as President and CEO of Cardinal Industrial Insulation, which he co-founded in 1950.
- Served 14 years on the board of directors for American Safety Insurance.
J. Richard Mueller ’57
DICK MUELLER
1954-1957
Inducted in 1986
Attaining letters in three sports while at St. X, Dick was named the “Athlete of the Decade” for the 1950s. He also received All-City, All-County and All-State honors in football, basketball and track. Dick received All-American honors for football and was captain of this team at the City-County All Star Game in 1957. He was elected senior class president and received the Brother Benjamin Award in basketball. After leaving St. X, Dick attended the University of Kentucky earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce. He was named All-Conference in football and served as president of the freshman football house, varsity football house and varsity K-Men Lettermen Club. With eight years of service in the Kentucky National Guard, Dick was chosen from 491 soldiers as an Outstanding Trainee. Currently, he is president of Creative Properties, president of Fairway Marketing Group and president of K-Properties, Inc. Dick serves on the UK-Jefferson County Alumni Association Board, past president of the UK National K-Men’s Club Association, past member of the UK National Alumni Association, a past Kentucky high school official and Southern Conference football official. He still enjoys golf, swimming and tennis and says his memories of St. X contain “the closeness of the faculty and student body, concern and mutual respect.” He suggests to current students, “You have to give to get. The discipline learned through athletics is the best experience for future success in life – personal and business.”
Richard C. Mulloy ’38 †
DICK MULLOY
1934-1938
Inducted in 1993
In the late thirties and early forties this alumnus distinguished himself by playing in each of the most prestigious New Year’s Day Bowl games – The Sugar Bowl in 1940, The Rose Bowl in 1939, and the Orange Bowl in 1938, all for the University of Tennessee.
In addition, to his football at Tennessee, he played football and baseball at Saint Xavier and was named All-State during his senior year. Once at Tennessee he earned three letters in football and three in baseball. His 1940 football team was undefeated, untied and unscored on.
While at Tennessee, he learned to fly, and in 1941 entered the civilian pilot training program, and later became a pilot instructor in the U.S. Army Primary Flying School. Later during the War he went to work for Chiang Kai-Shek under contract to the Chinese National Airlines, flying “the Hump” across the Himalayas.
Following the War, Dick returned to Louisville and formed Kentucky Flying Service, located at Bowman Field. He built the organization over the years, operating out of the large hanger where they overhauled, maintained, and sold aircraft. In addition, Dick is generally credited with training more pilots than anyone else in that part of the country.
In 1987, he sold the Kentucky Flying Service, and 1992 sold Helicopters Inc., completing 47 years of operations at Bowman Field.
J. Michael Murphy ’62 †
MIKE MURPHY
1958-1962
Inducted in 1998
- Three-year football starter, three varsity letters in football.
- Three-year starter for Duke University.
- Earned three college letters for football.
- All Atlantic Coast Conference First Team Offensive Center 1967, Honorable Mention.
- All-American 1967.
- Played in NCAA East-West All-Star Shrine Game San Francisco 1967.
- Office in local Pro-Life organizations.
- Active in support of organizations for the handicapped.
- Operates his own human resources management firm in Auburn, Alabama.
Thomas A. Musselman, Sr. ’54
TOM MUSSELMAN
1950-1954
Inducted in 2002
Tom was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2011
- Served two years as captain for the golf team.
- Finished 3rd in the 1954 state tournament behind teammate Bobby Nichols ’54 and was selected to the All-State team.
- Won three individual tournaments and was a member of three state championship teams during his three years playing varsity golf.
- Won the Kentucky Junior Amateur golf tournament and the Kentucky Junior Chamber of Commerce Championship.
- Earned four varsity letters in golf at the University of Louisville and served as team captain for two years.
- Led U of L to two conference championships and a total of eight team titles in four years.
- Inducted into the U of L Athletic Hall of Fame in 1991.
- Earned his degree in Business from U of L.
- Was instrumental in merging the Kentucky Golf Association and the Kentucky Professional Golf Association and became the first president of the KGA-PGA, the governing body for golf in Kentucky.
- Became founder and chairman of the Kentucky Junior Golf Foundation in 1977.
- Also initiated and co-founded the Kentucky Senior Golf Association in 1988.
- Served as chairman from 1991 to 1994 of the Kentucky Skins Challenge, a one-day event to raise money for the junior golf in the state, which featured PGA pros like Jodie Mudd, Russ Cochran, Ted Schulz, and Kenny Perry.
- Appointed Chairman of the Greater Louisville Sports Commission.
- Also serves as Chairman of the Board for County Parks Department and the Cardinal Club.
- Part owner of the Louisville Bats AAA Baseball Club since 1987.
- Chairman of the Board, Musselman Hotels, LLC.
William A. Musselman ’63
BILL MUSSELMAN
1959-1963
Inducted in 1996
- Played on the 1962 state championship basketball team.
- Varsity basketball 1963.
- Varsity golf 1961, 1962, 1963.
- Co-captain golf team 1962, 1963.
- Individual regional winner state golf tournament 1962.
- Junior Falls City Champion 1963.
- Attended University of Colorado, Business.
- College golf team captain 1968.
- NCAA All-American 1968.
- Colorado Amateur Champion 1968.
- Kentucky Amateur Champion 1968, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1978.
- Won five NCAA Collegiate Invitational Tournaments.
- Five-time winner Daniel Boone Invitational Golf Tournament
- Co-found of KT’s, Austin’s and the Terrace restaurants, and Thrifty Dutchman Motels.
- Co-developer of Harbourtown Condominiums.
- Co-owner Musselman Brothers.
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Cystic Fibrosis Board member.
- Most vivid St. X memory: “Getting caught by Coach Meihaus while hitting sand wedges on the football practice field!”
Robert H. Nichols ’54
BOBBY NICHOLS
1950-1954
Inducted in 1983
Bobby was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1968
State High School Individual Golf Champion in 1953 and 1954. Team champions in 1951, 1952 and 1954. State junior champion in 1953 and 1954. As a sophomore at St. X, Bobby was in an accident that left him paralyzed and unconscious for 13 days and hospitalized for 96 days. Tutored by the brothers during this time and inspired by a letter from Ben Hogan and his family, Bobby received and achieved stardom in the golfing world. Attending Texas A&M on a football scholarship from Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant to play golf. Won the Southwest Conference Championship while at A&M. Won the Kentucky State Amateur, the State Public Links and Fall Cities Championship. Bobby has been a touring pro for 23 years, winning 12 PGA Tournament, including the 1964 PGA Championship. His 72-Hole score is still a PGA record. Received the Ben Hogan Award for his courageous comeback. Bobby was hit by lightning in the 1975 Western Open and survived. Was the pro at the famous Firestone Country Club in Ohio and is now the Golf Director and pro at the “Fiddlesticks” Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida.
Earl T. Ober ’27 †
BUTCH OBER
1923-1927
Inducted in 1990
When Tom Barry, 1990 Hall of Fame inductee, was asking about his favorite memory he said, “I saw Mr. Butch Ober pitch!” Butch Ober, a 1927 graduate, was referred to as the “local Walter Johnson” by Henry Mayer, author of the book Our Search for Excellence, a History of St. Xavier Athletics. A three-sport star, Butch excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. He was a member of the 1926 basketball team that captured the Catholic National Championship, City Championship, and the Falls City title. In Butch’s own words, “I’ve always felt that the members of the 1926 basketball team, along with Brother Constant, should have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. They were the finest collection of athletes that St. X has ever had.”
The baseball diamond is where Butch gained his individual recognition. He was hailed as one of the most talented high school pitchers of his time by sports writers in the state. In the 1926 yearbook, Butch was described by his classmates as the best high school pitcher in Kentucky. He recorded several one hit, two hit, and no hit games along with a bevy of strikeouts. After leaving St. X, Butch signed a baseball contract with the Louisville Colonels, a minor league American Association team. Butch’s career in pro ball, which many observers said would have been a memorable career, was cut short with an arm injury after four years.
For 32 years, Butch served as the Director of Safety for National Distillers Products Co. before retiring in 1974. They are active members of Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
Butch’s favorite memories include his coaches, Brother Constant and Joe Harmon, who are both members of St. X’s Hall of Fame. The lessons instilled by these men are evident in Butch’s advice to the Tigers, “Stay in school and take part in athletics as long as you can.”
Joseph E. O’Brien ’48 †
EUGENE O'BRIEN
1944-1948
Inducted in 1999
- All-City and All-State honors in football in 1947
- Three varsity letters in track.
- Three varsity letters in football.
- Member of the Catholic Championship team that defeated Flaget 14-0 and Manual 37-0.
- Two way player who was an outstanding receiver, runner, and blocker on offense, and excellent tackler on defense.
- Eugene is the founder of the National Independent Concessors Association (NICA), a nation-wide organization of independent operators who travel to events throughout the United States.
Christopher P. O'Bryan '75
CHRIS O'BRYAN
1971-1975
Inducted in 2012
- Co-captain and All-State quarterback for the 1974 KHSAA state championship football team.
- As a full-time trial attorney for more than 25 years, he has managed more than 150 jury trials throughout Kentucky.
- Has served as managing partner of the law firm he helped found in 1991 and it now employs 30 attorneys.
- O’Bryan, Brown & Toner has been rated #1 in healthcare law in Louisville by Business First and has tired more cases than any other firm in Kentucky.
Rev. John J. O’Callaghan, S.J. ’49
JOHN O'CALLAGHAN
1945-1949
John was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1984
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
W. Denis O’Connell ’59 †
DENIS O'CONNELL
1955-1959
Inducted in 1998
- Five varsity letters in basketball and football.
- Holds varsity baseball strikeout record of 18 against Central High School in 1959.
- Threw one of the longest touchdown passes in St. X history, 75 yards against Hall High in 1957.
- Named to City All-Star Team in 1959.
- Attended Ohio State University on a baseball scholarship.
- Senior class treasurer at St. X.
- Earned two letter awards for baseball at Ohio State.
- Co-founder of the Greater Louisville Business Alliance.
- Rotary International, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- President of Louisiana Equity Capital Corp, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- Ancient Order of Hibernians, Father Ryan Division.
William H. Ogburn ’46 †
BILL OGBURN
1942-1946
Inducted in 1998
- Started as both center and linebacker his junior and senior years.
- Captain of the football team in senior season (1945).
- Third Team All-State Football (1945).
- Declared “All Falls City” by The Courier Journal in 1945.
- Excelled at high-jumping and swimming.
- Overall earned eight varsity letters in football, basketball, track and swimming.
- Was part of national football championship teams of 1946 and 1947 at Notre Dame.
- Saint Xavier senior class president, graudated sixth in Class of 1946.
- CSMC representative (Catholic Students Mission Crusade).
- Earned degree in Engineering from Notre Dame.
- Military service during Korean conflict.
- Retired Vice President of Hershey Foods.
- Board of Directors for Dare to Care.
- Had eight sons graduate from St. X; to our knowledge, this is the single largest family of alumni.
- Former parish administrator for St. Stephen Martyr School.
- Past President of Saint Xavier Alumni Association.
James W. O’Hern ’27 †
JIM O'HERN
1923-1927
Inducted in 1993
When Pete Johnson announced the 1926 All-State team he stated, “Selecting the line was quite a task, for there is a great lack of guard and tackle material. However, one tackle is Jimmy O’Hern of St. Xavier. This boy demonstrated that he is one of the best defensive men in the state.” (Fall, 1926 C.J. & T).
Not only did Jim O’Hern have this “All-State” recognition but 1991 Hall of Fame inductee Earl Ruby had him in the 1926 All-Kentucky Scholastic Football Team. While at St. X, Jim played football and track in 1925 and 1926 and was a member of the “X” Club and the Commercial Club.
After graduation from St. X, Mr. O’Hern’s name continued to frequent the local papers for his golf abilities. In many accounts he was winning and setting course records throughout the community. In one account, O’Hern was billed as the longest driver in the area. “Jim thinks nothing of driving the 310 yard third at Crescent Hill,” said Bill Kaiser, a fellow competitor.
Bruce A. Olliges ’76
BRUCE OLLIGES
1972-1976
Inducted in 1995
- Seventh Region basketball scoring leader 1975.
- All-City, All-Region team 1976.
- All-State Second Team 1976.
- Bellarmine College, BA Business Administration 1980.
- GLVC (Great Lakes Valley Conference) Co-Player of the Year 1980.
- GLVC First Team Player of the Year 1981.
- Third Team College All-American 1981.
- Bellarmine MVP Award 1981.
- Fond memory of St. X: “Memories of individual moments fade in time, but are replaced by feelings of pride and camaraderie that come with being a member of the St. X family.”
Chad O'Shea '91
CHAD O'SHEAWilliam J. O’Sullivan ’33 †
WILLIAM O'SULLIVAN
1929-1933
William was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1967
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
David P. O’Toole, Sr. ’53
DAVID O'TOOLE
1949-1953
Inducted in 2001
- Three time All-American swimmer (1951, 1952, and 1953)
- Won six KHSAA individual titles, setting five state records.
- Was a member of four state championship swim teams.
- Named captain of the swim squad for his senior year.
- Broke two Kentucky records in the 1953 State Meet, winning the 100-yard and 50-yard freestyles.
- Also earned two varsity letters in baseball while compiling a 12-5 record.
- Pitched a no-hitter against Shawnee in 1952.
- During his senior year, he helped the baseball team to the 25th District Crown and a trip to the Regional finals.
- From 1948 to 1953, pitched for the Ellison Athletic Club, which, at the time, was top baseball club in Louisville, and threw several no-hitters.
- Named Athletic Director at Bellarmine in 1998.
- Helped establish the Great Lakes Valley Conference in 1978 and served as its first president.
- Elected to the NCAA Management Council in 1993 and served a five year term.
- Earned his B.A. in Math from the University of Louisville in 1947 and his M.A. in 1959.
- Served as Mathematics Professor at Bellarmine for 39 years, including 17 years as Chairman of the Math Department.
- Named Professor Emeritus of Mathematics in 1999.
- Active member of St. Barnabas parish.
Martin M. O’Toole ’57
MARTY O'TOOLE
1953-1957
Inducted in 1994
- High school swimming All-American – 1955, 1956 and 1957.
- National Junior 200-meter breaststroke champion – 1956.
- Undefeated in the 100-yard breaststroke for four years straight.
- State champion for four years in 100-yard breaststroke and three years in the 100-yard freestyle.
- B.S., Catholic University; M.S., University of Notre Dame; M.A., Spalding University
- St. X swimming head coach with a record of 44-6.
- Six straight state championships 1989-1994.
- Four state Coach of the Year awards.
- Numerous All-American swimmers.
- Faculty, Saint Xavier High School, 1973-present.
- Co-sponsor American Red Cross for water safety program.
- Boy Scouts Troop 42, scout master.
- St. Raphael’s Men’s Club, past vice president.
- Fondest memory: The high expectations of the teachers and Brothers at St. X and swim coaches, Brothers Fabius, Callistus, Niles, and James McCarthy for setting our goals and providing us the means to reach them.
Thomas J. O’Toole, DMD ’50
TOM O'TOOLE
1946-1950
Inducted in 1999
- State Champion in the 150-yard individual medley in 1950.
- Swim team captain in 1950.
- Member of four consecutive state championship swim teams from 1947-1950.
- Assisted Brother Howard as St. X Swimming coach during 1955-1957.
- Captain of the Xavier University Swim Team.
- Member of the Cincinnati Coca-Cola Swim Team 1950-1951.
- Competed in the AAU National Championships in Detriot.
- Tom is a retired pediatric dentist and Professor Emeritus at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry where he was a distinguished faculty member for 32 years.
Charles J. Overberg, Jr. ’42 †
CHARLES OVERBERG
1938-1942
Inducted in 1998
- All-State football in 1941.
- Member of runner-up basketball team in 1942 state championships.
- 1941 Kiwanis International Award for athletic/academic achievements in football.
- All Falls City Team junior and senior years.
- Seven varsity letters in football and basketball.
- Lettered as a freshman in football at Xavier University.
- April, 1943, entered military service, saw action with Patton’s Third Army at Omaha Beach, St. Lo, and the Battle of the Bulge. Earned tree battles stars, and the Combat Infantry Badge.
- Now retired after 35 years in the real estate business.
Scott A. Padgett ’94
SCOTT PADGETT
1990-1994
Inducted in 2008
- Starred on the basketball court for the Tigers.
- All-Region and All-State forward tallied 1,047 career points at St. X.
- As a senior at UK, he averaged 12.6 points and 5.9 rebounds per game, and surpassed the mark for 1,000 career points.
- Led UK to the 1998 NCAA National Championship and received multiple NCAA and SEC honors.
- Scored 17 points and was named Chevrolet’s Player of the game in 1998 title game against Utah.
- Hit 51 of 60 (.850) free throws in his NCAA Tournament career to finish in the top 5 all-time.
- Named Honorable Mention All-America by The Associated Press as a senior.
- Drafted in the first round of the 1999 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz.
- Signed with the Houston Rockets as a free agent in 2003.
- Recorded career-high 22 points and six 3-point field goals versus Sacremento on January 28, 2005.
- Entering his 7th NBA season as a member of the New Jersey Nets.
Br. Thomas M. Page, C.F.X., Honorary ’89 †
BR. THOMAS MORE
HONORARY 1989
Inducted in 1984
Brother is looking forward to “coming home” after having served on numerous national committees and being Head of the Xaverian Brothers stationed in Rome. Saint Xavier High School is also looking forward to having Brother “come home”. During his twenty years at St. X, Brother Thomas More was Director of the Victory Corps during World War II, Director of Dramatics, Director of a State Champion Debate Team, faculty moderator of The Xavier News, Prefect of Discipline and Studies, Coach of a State Champion Tennis team, Junior Varsity football coach, Director of Athletics, and also served as the principal of St. X from 1953-1960. Brother also had time to teach English, Latin, German, and Biology. During his years as principal, Brother inaugurated the Advanced Placement Program and was a member of the Louisville Council on Christians and Jews. St. X also won state championships in football, basketball, tennis, swimming and track and field during his time. The football team set a state record of 32 games without a loss. Brother was the leader in moving St. X from our Broadway Building to our new beautiful facility here on Poplar Level Road. Brother we are all thankful for your contributions to St. X and we are all looking forward to welcoming you home.
John F. Parker ’57
JOHN PARKER
1953-1957
Inducted by 1997
- Four-year letterman in football and track.
- All-State Honorable Mention.
- State Champion in 100-yard and 200-yard dashes.
- Member of the first St. X state championship football team in 1956.
- Recipient of the O. Grunzinger Sacrifice Award.
- Univeristy of Wisconsin – successful track competitor in Big Ten Conference.
- University of Louisville – BSC 1968
- Founder of Parker Associates in industrial construction marketing.
- Past president of men’s club and school board at St. Agnes parish.
- Memory of St. X: “Being on first St. X state championship football team; also watching three sons play for St. X, and all three on state championship teams.”
Mark A. Paslick ’79
MARK PASLICK
1975-1979
Inducted in 1997
- Captain – 1978 State Championship football team.
- Karl Schmitt Award – Outstanding Senior.
- Second Team All-State, All-City, All-County football team.
- Captain – 1979 track team.
- Coaches Award and Scholastic Award – track.
- Coaches Award – football.
- Attended Marshall University 1979-1980; University of Kentucky, BBA 1984, Xavier University, MBA Finance 1987.
- Full athletic scholarships – Marshall University and University of Kentucky.
- Member of the 1983 Hall of Fame bowl team with UK.
- Member – Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
- Aviation consultant.
- VP – Airport Planning and Design for Hayworth, Meyer, and Boleyn, Inc., Tennessee.
- Member – Southern Airport Managers Association.
- Active in parish council and CCD education.
- St. X Memory: “Beating Trinity in 1978 playoffs after losing to them 7-6 in the regular season.”
Jerome E. Passafiume ’51
JERRY PASSAFIUME
1947-1951
Inducted in 1989
Jerry says, “My whole life has revolved around St. X since 1947!” Jerry earned two varsity letters in football and played in the state All-Star game. After leaving Tiger Tech (just briefly!) Jerry attended Western Kentucky where he was a four-year starter in football. Jerry served as co-captain for the football team and was named Most Valuable Player his senior year. Jerry served in the Army for two years, but he continued to play football. He played while he was in Korea on the team which won the division championship. He also played on the division All-Star team and his team won the Korean Championship. Jerry was chosen for the Far East Army All Stars in Japan and won the Far East Interservice Championship. He coached Catholic grade school football for 13 years, but his real love has always been the Tigers. Jerry is now in his 33rd year as a teacher at St. X and for 10 of those years he served as assistant football coach. Jerry says he likes to go fishing “if I can find the time.” When asked for a favorite memory of St. X, Jerry said, “You don’t have enough time!” St. X is indeed fortunate to have such a dedicated, caring, Christian individual as part of the faculty.
Jeremy A. Petter ’93
JEREMY PETTER
1989-1993
Inducted in 2008
- All-State St. X record hold in the 110-meter high hurdles (13.9 seconds) and 300-meter intermediate hurdles (38.7 seconds).
- Earned three individual state titles (110-meter high hurdles and 4x400-meter relay) and two team championships in track.
- As a senior, his 110-meter high hurdle performance was ranked as one of the top ten times in the U.S. by Track and Field News.
- Ranked among the all-time top five record holders at Eastern Kentucky University in the 55-meter and 60-meter high hurdle events.
Edward H. Pfeiffer ’18 †
EDWARD PFEIFFER
1914-1918
Inducted in 2002
- Earned two varsity letters in basketball.
- Played tennis for three years on Notre Dame’s club team and won the Notre Dame Tennis Championship.
- Was named team captain his senior year.
- Became the area’s premier tennis player during Louisville’s “golden age” of tennis in the 1920’s.
- Claimed give Falls City Men’s Singles Championships (1923, 1924, 1925, 1927 and 1928) and five Doubles Championships (1926, 1928, 1929, 1930 and 1932).
- Won State Open Singles Titles in 1923 and 1925 and Doubles Titles in 1926 and 1928.
- Finished second in the 1923 Southern Championship.
- Entered the 1925 season ranked #1 in the South and won the Southern Championship in Asheville, North Carolina.
- Qualified for the Men’s National Singles Championship, September, 1925, at Forest Hills, N.Y.
- Retired from competitive tennis in July, 1932.
- Inducted into the Kentucky Tennis Hall of Fame on November 16, 1985.
- Earned a bachelor’s degree from Notre Dame in 1922.
- Served as president of the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Louisville in the 1930’s.
- Was a partner at Pfeiffer and Pfeiffer Insurance Agency.
- Active member at St. Raphael Church until his death in 1966.
Charles E. Plamp ’43 †
CHARLIE PLAMP
1939-1943
Inducted in 1989
Charlie was a member of the football and track teams while he was at St. X. Two weeks after graduation, he listed in the U.S. Marine Corps. After his discharge from the Marines, he attended the University of Louisville. He became active in the St. X Alumni Association, serving on the Board of Directors. He was also active in the St. X Tiger Boosters, having served three times as president. He was general chairman of the St. X Fall Festival for ten years and was chairman of the football program committee. Charlie is active in civic organizations and is a past commander of the 5th district American Legion. Charlie is active in St. Agnes Parish, where he is a minister of hospitality and has served on the parish council. He was head football and track coach at St. Agnes for 15 years and won the Toy Bowl championship in 1966. Charlie retired as sales representative from Office Equipment Co. in 1987 after 40 years of service. All four of Charlie’s sons are graduates of St. X. His advice to St. X students is, “Always be faithful to God, family, country and the Green and Gold.”
Michael A. Pollio ’61
MIKE POLLIO
1957-1961
Inducted in 1995
- Four years basketball team manager.
- Basketball State Championship team manager, freshman year.
- State Basketball Final Four Tournament – team manager, senior year.
- Three years baseball team manager.
- Bellarmine College, BS Education and History 1965.
- University of Louisville, MA 1970.
- UPI Kentucky High School Coach of the Year 1971.
- Florida High School Coach of the Year 1973.
- Head Basketball Coach Division I, Viriginia Commonwealth University, and Eastern Kentucky University.
- Head Basketball Coach Division II, Kentucky Wesleyan College.
- GLVC (Great Lakes Valley Conference) Coach of the Year 1981.
- NABC Regional Coach of the Year 1984.
- OVC (Ohio Valley Conference) Coach of the Year 1990.
- Executive Director of the Kentucky Association of Basketball Coaches.
- Volunteer with Wendall Foster Home and Special Olympics.
- Athletic Director – Kentucky Wesleyan College.
- Currently Associate Athletic Director – University of Louisville.
- Fond memory of St. X: “Winning the state championship, the Brothers, the coaches, the friendships, and the pride of being at St. X”
Charles Quire ’45 †
JEEP QUIRE
1941-1945
Inducted in 1990
“Participate in all activities, even as an observer and see to it you learn the basics of all carryover sports so when you are 40, you are not fat and dull!” said “Jeep” Quire. “Dull” is certainly not a word that would describe this 1945 graduate of Saint Xavier. A four-sport star in football, basketball, baseball, and track, Jeep went on to receive All-City and All-State Honorable Mention in football.
After leaving St. X, Jeep served his country in the United States Army. During his military tenure, Jeep continued his love for athletics competing in E.T.O. Olympics where he was given an award by General George Patton. Jeep contributed also to the Seventh Army football conference championship.
Once his military duty was completed, he returned home to further his education by attending the University of Louisville where he earned a B.S. in Psychology in 1952. During this time he continued his involvement with athletics serving as a football coach at Flaget High School. He later completed coaching stints at Shawnee and Trinity High School where he was instrumental in starting the first St. X-Trinity game in 1956.
Jeep serves as consultant for Wellington Leisure Products in Madison, Georgia. He has served as president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association of Marine Products and Services. In 1990 he was selected as the “Man of the Year” by both of these organizations.
As Jeep reflected upon his years at St. X he said, “St. X was a haven for the development of wonderful friendships and enjoying the pleasurable experiences of high school life, while at the same time, under the influence and controlled discipline of the St. X Brothers.” One of the wonderful friendships and enjoyable moments for St. X has been Jeep Quire.
William R. Rabatin '00
WILL RABATIN
1996-2000
Inducted in 2011
- Won KHSAA State Football Championships in 1997 and 1999 and earned Honorable Mention All-State as an offensive lineman.
- KHSAA State Champion Wrestler (275-pound weight class) in 2000 and remains Saint Xavier’s only heavyweight title winner.
- Starting guard and center for the University of Louisville and led the 2004 team to Conference USA and Liberty Bowl Championships.
- Earned multiple arena football honors with the Louisville Fire and the Columbus Destroyers in three seasons.
Emil J. Raque, Jr. ’53 †
JACK RAQUE
1949-1953
Jack was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1987
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
George H. Raque, Jr., M.D. '72
GEORGE RAQUE
1968-1972
Inducted in 2010
- Second-Team All-State selection in soccer his senior year, led team to the state championship game.
- Earned bachelor’s, master’s and medical degree all from the University of Louisville.
- Joined U of L Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in 1990, earned board certification in Neurological Surgery in 1995.
- Taught at U of L Medical School Department of Neurosurgery from 1994 until 2009.
- Currently practices as a partner with the Norton Neuroscience Institute.
Cletus A. Ratterman ’38 †
CLETUS RATTERMAN
1934-1938
Cletus was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1978
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
James V. Reader ’57
JIM READER
1953-1957
Inducted in 1998
- Earned eight varsity letters overall in football, basketball, and track.
- All-City in football, Second Team All-State in football.
- Seventh Region All-Tournament Basketball Team.
- Low hurdles state champion in track and team captain.
- Member of first state championship football team (1956), and state championship track team (1957).
- Recipient of Attitude and Leadership Award from Tiger Boosters.
- Recipient of Team Service Award in basketball.
- Earned two varsity letters at University of Kentucky.
- Played one year for local professional football team, the Louisville Raiders.
- Coached Catholic State Championship teams in track (1968) and basketball (1969) at Mount Carmel High School in Houston, Texas.
- Coached locally at Moore, Iroquois and Atherton High Schools.
- President of Creekwood Neighborhood Association.
W. Earl Reed, III '69
EARL REED
1965-1969
Inducted in 2011
- Began his career as a Certified Public Account at Ernst & Young, and they would later honor him as “National Outstanding Alumnus.”
- Founded Vencor, Inc. in 1986 and as Chief Financial Officer, he helped it become a Fortune 500 Company in just eight years.
- Found and Chief Executive Officer of The Allegro Group and also President and Chief Executive Officer of Springstone.
- Served 18 years on Saint Xavier’s Board of Directors, including seven years as Chairman, leading the school through a successful $29.1 million Project X Campaign.
Robert L. Reeves ’59 †
BOBBY REEVES
1955-1959
Inducted in 2000
- Arrived at St. X as a highly touted halfback from Most Blessed Sacrament’s 1954 Toy Bowl Championship team.
- During his freshman year, he played for the city championship JV team and the undefeated freshman squad.
- The following three seasons, he helped St. X football reach one of its highest achievement levels ever. The Tigers won consecutive football state championships his sophomore and junior years, 33 wins over 3-plus seasons and earned a national ranking.
- During his junior campaign, #38 broke Paul Hornung’s single season scoring record by tallying 140 points and winning the Hasenour Trophy as the city’s scoring leader.
- He had several multiple-touchdown games, including five touchdowns in a game against Lafayette in September of 1957, and four touchdowns in games again Atherton and Harland County’s Hall High School.
- Teamed with Bobby Spann ’60 to form St. X’s “best backfield of all time.”
- Earned All-City and All-State honors at halfback his junior and senior years, and was selected as a high school All-American as a senior.
- Also played basketball as a freshman and ran track during his first two years at St. X.
- In addition to being a leader on the field, Bobby was elected senior class president.
- Received nearly 100 college football scholarship offers, Notre Dame included, but opted to attend the University of Kentucky.
- Played as a freshman for the Wildcats, and returned a punt for a touchdown in a freshman game against Tennessee.
- Bobby left UK after his freshman year and never played football again.
- Fulfilled his service obligation in the U.S. Army.
- Passed away in December of 1998 in Richmond, Virginia, following a long illness.
Joseph C. Reibel ’56
JOE REIBEL
1952-1956
Inducted in 1990
“Something special.” Those are the words that Joe Reibel used in describing his feelings about Saint Xavier. Those same words can be used in the description of Coach Reibel. A 1956 graduate of St. X, Joe was a two-sport star in basketball and baseball. During his senior year at St. X he was named MVP.
Upon graduation, Joe continued his education at Bellarmine College where he received his degree in Business Administration. While attending Bellarmine, he received Bellarmine’s coveted Silver Knight Award presented to the Outstanding Male Athlete of the Year as selected by the faculty.
Joe returned to St. X to coach the Tigers from 1961 to 1970 leading them to the state basketball championship in 1962. Joe’s success as a coach can be reflected in his advice to the young people at St. X. “Set high but realistic goals. Be enthusiastic, be considerate, work hard and do your best.”
In 1970, Joe took that same philosophy back with him to Bellarmine where he served as head basketball coach for the Knights over the last 21 years. This marks his 30th year in coaching.
Joe and his wife Judy have three children – Michael, Susan and Jeff. Both Michael (’83) and Jeff (’90) are graduates of St. X. “I had a very strong urge for my two sons to experience the St. X tradition and wished my daughter had the opportunity,” stated Joe. “I have always been proud to say that I am a St. X alumnus and now my sons can be as proud.”
Joe is active in the Louisville Quarterback Club and St. Barnabas parish. Joe served his country in the United States Army for six years in both active and reserve duty.
Joe Reibel, outstanding student, outstanding alumnus, and outstanding coach.
William G. Reiss ’50 †
BILL REISS
1946-1950
Inducted in 2006
- Earned one varsity letter in basketball.
- Was a starting guard both freshman and sophomore year.
- After missing his entire junior season to a knee injury, he returned the following year to lead the team in assists and receive All-Region honors.
- Was the Assistant Basketball Coach at St. X from 1954 to 1961.
- Helped coach the Tigers to a 1958 State Championship, two Regional Championships and five District titles.
- Served as Chief Scout for the Kentucky Colonels from 1967-1975.
- Served two years with the U.S. Army.
- Retired from John Martin Distributors as Vice President and General Sales Manager in 1985.
Philip J. Reverman ’35 †
PHIL REVERMAN
1931-1935
Inducted in 1985
Phil lettered in both basketball and baseball at St. X. He was chosen to the All-District and All-Regional teams. As leading tournament scorer, Phil was the unanimous choice as captain of the Kentucky All-State basketball team. When St. X won the National Catholic Championship in 1935, Phil set the record for single game and tournament high scorer. He was selected as an All-American and was named a Kentucky Colonel in 1935. In 1975, Phil was inducted into the Kentucky High School Basketball Hall of Fame. Phil attending Western Kentucky University and U of L where he earned his degree in Accounting. Due to conference rules, Phil was not eligible to play basketball. He played baseball for U of L and played basketball with Edenside, an independent team in the Major Falls City League. Phil lettered twice at U of L in baseball and was slected to two All-League Teams with Edenside. Phil served with the U.S. Air Force and completed his service with the rank of Captain and superior ratings. Presently, Phil is an Assistant Secretary, Treasurer, and Controller for the Creasey Company where he has worked for the past 34 and a half years. Phil has been a CPA since 1950. Serving Our Lady of Lourdes Church as a Minister of Communion, lector and usher, Phil is also Mayor of Plymouth Village and a member of the Board of National Association of Credit Management. Phil has coached at St. Matthews Little League, Babe Ruth and Connie Mack leagues. He has received several commendations for his community service. Phil enjoys golf, U of L basketball and football, the Redbirds, TV sports and socializing.
Gene Rhodes †
COACH GENE RHODES
1954-1961
Inducted in 1986
St. X Basketball Coach 1954-1961. Gene graduated from Male High School where he proved himself as an outstanding all-around athlete, lettering in football, basketball, track and baseball. Upon graduation from Male, Gene attended Western Kentucky University earning his degree in Physical Education and playing both basketball and baseball. Gene served two years in the U.S. Army. In 1954 Gene assumed the responsibility of Head Basketball Coach at St. X and led the Tigers to the state championship in 1958, having won the district and regional many times. His contribution to building the St. X basketball program is immeasurable; his influence on the players lasting. Gene is in sales and enjoys an occasional game of golf. Among Gene’s memories of St. X is, “the wonderful association with student-athletes, faculty members, parents and Boosters.” His advice to our young people is “to take advantage of the opportunities to acquire skills and credentials that will last throughout your life time.”
Br. Randal Riede, C.F.X.'35 †
BR. RANDAL
Inducted in 2011
- Earned Masters of Arts and his doctorate degree from St. John’s University (New York) and a Masters in Library Science from The Catholic University.
- Built the library at Xaverian College into a first-class facility for scholars.
- After 26-year career as Archivist and Librarian at the Pontifcal North American College in Rome, the College’s Library was dedicated in his name in 1999.
- Recipient of the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Medal by His Holiness Pope John Paul, II.
George E. Ritchie ’52 †
GEORGE RITCHIE
1948-1952
Inducted in 2003
- Played four years in the band.
- Made perfect attendance all four years at St. X.
- Attended Bellarmine University.
- Served two years in the Army earning Medal of Good Conduct.
- Earned Salesman of the Year honors from the Rainbo Baking Company.
- Active member of the Tiger Boosters for 30 years serving as president from 1988 to 1992.
- Worked as a football program seller for four years, and has served as a ticket seller for football and basketball for 13 years.
- Volunteers every year at the Fall Festival, Open House and Xtravaganza.
Bertrand E. Robben ’38 †
BERT ROBBEN
1934-1938
Inducted in 1984
Lettered in basketball and baseball for three years. Was captain of the National Champion basketball team in 1938. Won All-State, All-American and was All-Tournament team selection in National Championship Tournament in 1938. The 1938 basketball team was picked by many experts as the “Best High School Basketball Team Ever” and their 35-1 record backs this up. Bert continued his career at Xavier University in Cincinnati, where in 1942 he was elected team captain and also received All-American honors. Bert has been inducted into the Xavier University Athletic Hall of Fame along with his high school buddy, Bill Gates, from St. X. Coach Bob Schuhmann called Bert one of the best basketball players he had ever seen.
Jerry B. Roby, Jr. ’81
JERRY ROBY
1977-1981
Inducted in 2005
- Led the JV basketball squad to a 12-5 record as a sophomore.
- After missing his entire junior season because of an injury, he came back to lead the Tigers to its first district championship in 11 years.
- Averaged 15 points and 10 rebounds as a senior earning All-District and All-Region honors.
- Had outstanding collegiate career at Indiana University Southeast where he set four different records.
- Became first IUS student-athlete to earn national recognition where he was named NAIA Academic All-American in 1984.
- Ranks third in school history for points scored (1101) and fifth in rebounds (546).
- President and owner of Creditors Insurance Service.
Harry J. Rothgerber ’65
HARRY ROTHGERBER
1961-1965
Harry was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2002
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Earl Ruby †
EARL RUBY
Inducted in 1991
For 30 years he was known to the Louisville community as the sports editor for the Courier Journal. After his tenure as sports editor, he moved on to the outdoor editor’s post until his retirement, but before the Courier Journal, there was St. X. According to Earl’s account, he was nothing more than a “flunky.” Earl Ruby served as an assistant coach, serving under Xaverian Brothers Silvanus and Constant. Earl was an assistant with the 1926 St. X National Catholic Basketball team. He was later selected by Joe Harmon to serve as an assistant with the football team in 1926. Earl described it as “many years of work and fun, with no pay, but I loved it.”
Earl attended the University of Louisville for two years and this began his writing career. “Brother Silvanus was valuable in the development of my writing style and technique. Of course, Brother Benjamin was responsible for bringing all of these men to St. X and for bringing the great Babe Ruth to speak to the student body,” by Earl’s description, memories he will never forget.
For 65 years he and his wife, Evelyn, have been together. Their children Joan Perry, Margie Smock, and Paul Ruby, have shared in many fond moments as a family.
Civic responsibilities have always been important to Earl. Serving as the co-founder and director of the Kentucky Derby Festival, as founder and member of the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame, and as a member of the Kentucky Journalism Hall of Fame, Earl Ruby has always been around the action. He does find a little time for leisure, by playing golf.
When asked what advice he would give to the students of St. X, responding only as Earl would, he said, “To succeed in life you must (1) sharpen your mind, (2) kindle a spark of desire to succeed, (3) work, work, work, (4) develop a sense of responsibility, (5) obey the rules, (6) develop all the guts you can. The more tenaciously you pursue your studies, the easier they become, and soon you delight in each new fact you find.”
Earl Ruby, a student of life, a friend, with a tenaciousness that has lasted a life time.
Norbert A. Rueff, Jr. ’68
TONY RUEFF
1964-1968
Inducted in 1998
- Four-time state champion in diving; first to achieve this feat in state competition.
- Four-time high school All-American in diving.
- Member of the state championship swim team in 1966 and 1968.
- Won diving scholarship to the University of Wisconsin.
- University of Wisconsin swim team captain 1971-72.
- Competed in AAU diving finals in 1971.
- Competed in Olympic Trials in 1972.
- Performed as a professional diver at several amusement parks in early 1970’s.
W. Frank Ryan, Jr. ’26 †
FRANK RYAN
1922-1926
Inducted in 1987
Frank lettered in football, basketball and baseball while at St. X. He was in the Drama Club and Glee Club. He was president of his junior class. He was a member of the National Catholic Basketball Championship team. He was also captain of his baseball team. After St. X, Frank went to law school and was admitted to the Bar. Frank considers himself semi-retired and manager of the Campus Tennis Club. Frank has served as President and Director of the Catholic Theatre Guild; President of Te Deum; and as a member of the Board of Overseers of Bellarmine College. From 1956-1962 Frank was a columnist for “The Record”. In his free time, Frank enjoys writing, reading and his grandchildren. Frank’s message, “keep a good sense of humor, remember good sportsmanship and in studies read the great books.”
Gregory A. Sandfort ’73
GREG SANDFORT
1969-1973
Inducted in 2009
- President and Chief Merchandising Officer for Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in the country.
- Former President and Chief Operating Officer for Michaels Stores.
- More than 30 years of retail merchandising/sales-marketing experience holding progressing levels of responsibility including president and other senior management positions at retailers such as Sears Roebuck and Company and Federated Department Stores.
James M. Sass ’84
JAMES SASS
1981-1984
Inducted in 2003
- Played four season of football and baseball at St. X.
- Had a spectacular campaign on the gridiron as a captain and starting quarterback gaining more than 1,400 all-purpose yards and scoring a team-high 11 touchdowns as the Tigers went 10-3.
- Ran for 104 yards and three touchdowns against Bishop David to clinch the district title and earn a playoff berth on October 21, 1983.
- Selected First Team All-County and Second Team All-State.
- Won the Coaches Award for team MVP.
- Named captain and starting QB in the first annual Kentucky/Tennessee All-Star Game
- Starred on the baseball diamond as well hitting .440 with four home runs and 24 RBIs in 1983.
- Named All-Region outfielder his junior and senior years.
- Picked baseball team captain as a senior and won the Coaches Award as MVP leading the Tigers to the 25th District Title.
- Served 12 years as color commentator for St. X football game radio broadcasts.
- Signed with University of Kentucky on a baseball grant.
- Transferred to Notre Dame and walked on the football team as receiver and kick returner earning a varsity letter.
- Earned two varsity letters in baseball.
- Hit .301 as a junior as the Irish went 39-22 in 1988.
- Named Second Team All-Conference and Academic All-Conference in 1989 batting .398 with 90 hits as Notre Dame went 48-19-1.
- Earned First Team All-Tournament honors by hitting .567 as the Irish won the Midwestern Collegiate Conference tournament and an NCAA tournament berth.
- Finished his Notre Dame career ranked in the top ten all-time in batting average (.357) and on base percentage (9.454)/
- Signed with the Milwaukee Brewers in 1989 and played three seasons in their minor league system.
- Won the California League Championship (Single A) with the Stockton Ports in 1990.
- Earned Saint Xavier Award for Outstanding Leadership his senior year.
- Graduated from Notre Dame in 1988 with a B.A. in Economics.
- Obtained Master’s Degree from Bellarmine in 1993.
- Currently Director of Marketing for Louisville Slugger.
John J. Savage ’82
JACK SAVAGE
1978-1982
Inducted in 2000
- Two-sport athlete at St. X playing baseball and basketball all four years, and at the varsity level in both sports during his junior and senior years.
- Excelled as a pitched in baseball.
- As a junior, he led the Tigers to a 28-2 record and the 1981 state baseball crown by pitching a 3-hit shutout in a 5-0 win over Somerset in the title game.
- Helped the Tigers win the district title his senior year.
- Represented St. X in Kentucky’s annual East/West All-Star game.
- Accepted a baseball scholarship at the University of Kentucky.
- While at UK, set the record for most saves in a season with 13, winning the Rolaids Relief Man Award in 1985.
- Drafted after his junior year by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
- Pitched in the Dodgers farm organization in 1985, 1986, and 1987, and spent part of 1987 on the big league roster.
- Had one win and two saves in the Pacific Coach League Championship Series in 1987.
- Played AAA ball in the Mets organization during the 88-89 seasons.
- Also spent time on the Twins’ major league roster in 1990.
- Jack also has a little league field named for him at Buechel Little League where he played his youth ball.
- Currently resides in Louisville working as an electrician and is a member of St. Pius X Church.
Martin P. Schad, III ’63
MICKEY SCHAD
1959-1963
Inducted in 1997
- Four varsity letters in tennis.
- State high school singles champion – two years.
- State high school doubles champion – two years.
- National high school doubles champion – two years.
- Eight Junior National championships.
- U.S. Junior Davis Cup Team 1961, 1962, 1963, cross country runner.
- Attended the University of Miami, AB Education.
- Four years of intercollegiate tennis competition.
- Florida intercollegiate singles/doubles champion.
- Among top twenty collegiate players in 1967.
- U.S. Air Force world champion singles/doubles 1969, 1970.
- Kentucky State senior singles 1978.
- Kentucky State Tennis Hall of Fame 1985.
- Nationally ranked in squash and paddleball in 1960’s and 1970’s.
- Extensive experience in tennis activities including John Newcombe Tennis in Texas, Lexington Tennis Club, Dearborn Racquet and Health Club, and WTS International, Bethesda, MD.
- Currently, Mickey is originator and director of Tennis Connections, Inc. a non-profit company whose mission is to win children to Christ as tennis is taught as an activity.
- Mickey was consequently voted 1996 Tennis Pro of the Year for this project.
- Memory of St. X: “Winning the National Interscholastic Doubles Championship with friend Jackie Cooper ’62 in 1961 and 1962 and National Tennis Team Championship in 1961 and 1962.
David A. Schaefer, DMD ’84
DAVID SCHAEFER
1980-1984
Inducted in 1999
- Member of the All-State soccer team in 1982 and 1983.
- Soccer team captain 1983.
- Member of the All-District and All-County football teams in 1983.
- Baseball Scholastic Award and team captain in 1984.
- Selected for East/West All-Star baseball game in 1984.
- Member of the University of Louisville soccer team from 1984-1987.
- Team captain in 1985 and 1986.
- Team MVP in 1985 and 1986.
- David is an active member of St. Margaret Mary parish who has served as 7th and 8th grade soccer coach since 1997. He is President of the Kentucky Chapter of the Academy of General Dentistry.
Michael A. Schardein ’57
MIKE SCHARDEIN
1953-1957
Inducted in 2001
- Played offensive and defensive guard for the first St. X football team to win the state championship in 1956.
- Received numerous honors during his senior campaign, including First Team All-City Guard, and Third Team All-State Guard.
- Played in the Falls city High School All Star Football Game and the East/West All Star Game at the University of Kentucky.
- Played in the first two Toy Bowls (1949 and 1950) for St. Elizabeth.
- Dedicated 24 years (1958-1982) to coaching football in the CSAA League including St. Elizabeth, Holy Name, Resurrection, and St. Rita, undoubtedly touching the lives of hundreds of boys in the community.
- Worked for 30 years as an electrician until retiring last year (2000).
- Active member of Our Mother of Sorrows Church.
William M. Schardein ’50 †
BILL SCHARDEIN
1946-1950
Inducted in 1986
Mr. and Mrs. William Schardein, Sr. received the tragic news from the Department of Defense that their son, Bill, was killed in the line of action on June 24, 1953 in Korea at the age of 21. This evening, Saint Xavier reverently remembers Bill and what his life represents.
Entering St. X from St. Elizabeth’s in September 1946, Bill was about to begin a bright future as a student and an athlete. He distinguished himself early. Having been elected Vice President of the freshmen class, Bill was an active member of the Religious Activities Club and CSMC. As an athlete, Bill demonstrated outstanding talent and character. Lettering in three varsity sports – football, baseball and track. Bill’s achievements no doubt brought great pride to his main cheering sections – his beloved parents, sister and four brothers. His achievements are many. Bill was chosen to the All-Kentucky Football Squad, First Team Guard, the All-Catholic Scholastic Team, the American High School Football Team, and the New World All-Catholic Team and to the All-Southern Football Squad, First Team. Upon graduating from St. X, Bill attended Western Kentucky University until he was drafted in July, 1952. Corporal William M. Schardein, Infantry, US Army, received the Silver Star for gallantry in action and the Purple Heart. Those who remember Bill know that he gave his all to his beloved family, teammates, and country. To quote President Eisenhower’s letter to the Schardein family, “In grateful memory of Corporal William M. Schardein who died in the service of his country. He stands in the unbroken line of patriots who have dared to die that freedom may live and grow, and increase its blessings. Freedom lives and through it, Bill lives in a way that humbles the undertakings of most men.” Tonight Bill lives in our memories and in our lives.
Karl F. Schmitt, Sr. ’34 †
KARL SCHMITT
1930-1934
Inducted in 1983
Captain of the 1933 football team. Was a star tackle on the Louisville Tanks professional football team in 1935-1940. Assisted in organizing the Catholic School Athletic Association and has been the executive director since 1951 and will retire from that post in 1984. Many thousands of youngsters have participated in the various programs sponsored by this organization over the years. Karl has coached grade school teams, girls high school basketball, baseball and softball teams and has won many titles. Was one of the most outstanding officials in the sports of football, basketball, baseball and softball over the years. Received the Optimist Club Award for outstanding service to the youth of Kentucky. Has received many awards for his outstanding contributions in the advancement of athletics and officiating.
G. Randolph Schrodt, Sr., M.D. '45 †
RANDY SCHRODT
1941-1945
Inducted in 2011
- Spent 37 years at the University of Louisville’s School of Medicine advancing from Associate Professor of Pathology to Vice Chairman of Pathology, and Clinical Professor Emeritus.
- Recipient of the School of Medicine’s Endowed William M. Christopherson Professorship of Pathology Chair.
- Served as Associate, Chief, Consultant, Director and/or Chairman at Floyd County Memorial Hospital, Louisville General Hospital, Norton Children’s Hospital, Veterans Administration Hospital, Central Regional Reference Laboratory, Humana Hospital-University of Louisville and University of Louisville Hospital.
Michael J. Schellenberger ’92
MIKE SCHELLENBERGER
1988-1992
Inducted in 2008
- All-District and All-State St. X linebacker and fullback that led the team in tackles as a junior and senior.
- Named outstanding linebacker at the University of Kentucky two years in a row, and led the team in tackles as a junior.
- Named to the SEC Academic Honor Roll for four consecutive years.
- Awarded an NCAA football postgraduate scholarship.
Edward J. Schnurr ’58
EDDIE SCHNURR
1954-1958
Inducted in 1986
“He’s the type of boy you enjoy coaching. He’s an unselfish and intelligent ballplayer as well as an excellent floor general.” Thus Coach Gene Rhodes described Eddie Schnurr in the Xavier News 28 years ago. Eddie has made a lasting contribution to the spirit and tradition of excellence at St. X both as an athlete and as a student. Eddie excelled in both basketball and golf. He also played football. Among the honors he earned are: chosen to the Academic Honor Roll; Catholic High School All-American Basketball Player, 1958; All-State Basketball in 1957 and 1958; Kentucky-Indiana All-Star Team, 1958; All-District and All-Regional Player in 1957 and 1958; winner of the Kentucky State Championship in golf, 1958.
After graduating from St. X, Eddie earned his degree in Finance from the University of Notre Dame where he played both basketball and golf lettering in both for four years. He was captain of the Notre Dame’s basketball team in 1962. Eddie is a partner in Capehart, Baird and Schnurr, a furniture and accessories firm. Both Eddie and wife, Barbara, are active in their church, as teachers of Marriage and Family Life in the CCD program; as Eucharistic Ministers and Ministers to the shut-ins of the parish. Eddie has also coached the grade school basketball team and has been Athletic Director. During his leisure, Eddie enjoys golf, square dancing and attending his children’s activities.
Among his memories of St. X are: trying to hit a set shot from the dead corner under the overhanging track and the 15-foot ceiling in the old gym; the gentle way Brother Faber woke up Herman Pfalzer during religion class – WHACK!; his first flat top haircut - $1.25 at the YMCA. His advice to today’s St. X students is, “be yourself! Set your own goals and then go after them. If you get knocked down, get up. If you get knocked down again, get up again. Don’t quit. Have high expectations.”
George W. Schuhmann ’29 †
GEORGE SCHUHMANN
1925-1929
Inducted in 1992
In the late twenties this humble man’s name often appeared in the headlines of the Courier Journal sports section.
George is quick to avoid bragging about his abilities. The Holy Name Elementary graduate modestly said that his fondest memory of St. X was not any sports achievement but the delicious lemon pie that was served in the lunchroom.
Here are some facts about this inductee. Between 1925 and 1929, George played four sports at St. X. Of these sports he claims to have only been average at two, tennis and track and a little better at basketball, but that football was his sport of choice.
Each fall, from 1924-1927, George played the sports of which he truly loved and excelled, football. His positions were right halfback and fullback. He captained the freshman team and made the varsity as a sophomore. When star Butch Ober ’27 hurt his knee, George was given the opportunity to start.
Regardless of injury, George played in all but three football games between 1926 to 1928. As a senior he was named captain of the squad and in June, 1929 the Notre Dame Club of Kentucky awarded him their annual trophy for being “…the student-athlete having sterling athletic ability…sportsmanship…academics.” (C-J & T, Oct. 12, 1927)
George went right into the work force following graduation in 1929. Before retiring he spent 26 years working with his son Ray ’64 establishing this family business known today as Kinetic Corporation.
Robert N. Schuhmann ’28 †
COACH BOB SCHUHMANN
1924-1928
Inducted in 1984
Lettered in football, basketball and baseball. Received the Notre Dame Cup for Athletic and Scholastic Achievement. Attended Loyola University in Chicago and lettered in football and basketball and received the Athletic Scholarship Award there. He was head basketball coach at St. X from 1932-1945 and head football coach from 1943-1945. Coach Schuhmann’s teams won the state championship in 1935 and won the National Championship in both 1935 and 1938. During his coaching years at St. X, Coach Schuhmann helped develop many outstanding athletes including Joe Hagan, Lee Huber, Bernie Crimmins, Bert Robben and Bill Gates. Coach Schuhmann has many fond memories of his career at St. X, not only those of former classmates and athletes that he has coached, but also of the many great years working with the Xaverian Brothers. The conduct and achievements of the many St. X men are a reflection of the quality teaching and religious training received at Saint Xavier High School. Bob Schuhmann’s contributions to St. X’s Xcellence in athletics will long be remembered. Thank you Coach Schuhmann for a great job.
Joseph R. Schuhmann ’34 †
JOE SCHUHMANN
1930-1934
Inducted in 1989
Joe was a very active student while at St. X. He ran track and played basketball and football. He lettered in all three sports and was captain of the football team for the 1932 season. He was a class officer each of the four years he was a student, ending as president of the senior class. He won the Rotary Club medal in 1934. Joe went on to play football (for three years) and basketball (for one year) at Xavier University in Cincinnati. He earned a Ph.D. Degree in Economics and was a member of the X Club for three years, as well as participating in the German Club and Sodality. He served for one year in the Army Transportation Service. He retired in 1979 and now lives in Florida. Joe is very active in his church and community. He is a charter member of the B.P.O.E. of Rotunda, Florida, a member of the Knights of Columbus (where he served as Grand Knight and as District Deputy for Florida), and is a volunteer at the local community hospital. He is a Eucharistic Minister for St. Francis of Assisi Church, organized the Ladies Auxiliary of the K of C and works with Meals on Wheels to aid the less fortunate in the community. Joe’s leisure activities include golf and sports on TV. Joe says he has always valued his association with St. X and the Xaverian Brothers. A particularly fond memory for Joe is his tenure as assistant football coach for the Tigers in 1939 and 1940. Joe said, “Who could forget pleasant old Brother Richard, who sat in the basement at 2nd and Broadway to greet all the students as they entered. He had a good word for all! Bless his soul.” Joe encourages the Tigers to “do your part to help continue the school in its excellent standing, whether athletically or scholastically.”
K. Andrew Schulten '87
ANDY SCHULTEN
1983-1987
Inducted in 2013
- Team captain and two-time All-State defender on the St. X soccer team, and team captain and member of the 1987 state championship swimming and diving team.
- Centre College soccer accomplishments include 3-time All-Conference honors, NSCAA All-Region, 3-year team captain, Defensive MVP and Team MVP.
- Career record as head coach at St. X stands at 329-48-22 with eight state championships (2000, 2002, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2012).
- During his tenure, the St. X soccer program has established itself at the premier soccer program in Kentucky and one of the best programs in the nation.
- Named the 2012 National Coach of the Year by the National High School Coaches Association.
W. Paul Schultz, Jr. ’66
PAUL SCHULTZ
1962-1966
Inducted in 2005
- Earned varsity letters in golf and swimming.
- Was a member of the state championship swim teams in 1963 and 1966.
- Helped St. X to state golf title in 1965 and 1966.
- Shot a 68 to win the 1965 regional title and placed third in the state tournament.
- Had two straight runner-up finishes at the Fall Cities Junior Tournament.
- Played four years of golf at Eastern Kentucky University and was named team captain in 1969 and 1970.
- As a freshman won medalist honors in a match against Bowling Green State and UK.
- Finished second in the 1969 OVC Championship.
- Graduated from EKU in 1970 with an Accounting degree.
- Is president and owner of Schultz and Associates with more than 30 years of experience as a CPA.
- Served on the Governor’s Task Force on State Taxation.
Stephen F. Schulz ’77
STEVE SCHULZ
1973-1977
Inducted in 1995
- Coaches’ Award cross country 1976.
- Scholastic Award 1977.
- Consistent top contributor to Regional and State Championship cross country teams over high school career; in addition, winning finishes at the DeSales Invitational Meet, Mason-Dixon Games Invitational, Western Kentucky Relays, Kentucky Catholic Cross-Country Championships.
- Bellarmine College, BA 1981, Summa Cum Laude.
- Athletic scholarship – Bellarmine College.
- Great Lakes Valley Conference Steeplechase champion 1981 (set school record).
- Academic/Athletic award 1980 Bellarmine College.
- Coaches’ Award 1981 Bellarmine College.
- Scholarship, Oxford University, England.
- Who’s Who among Students in American universities.
- Sports Editor of campus newspaper.
- First Place Award for college sports writing.
- Treasurer, Board of Directors FOCUS LOUISVILLE.
- Currently, C.F.O., Kentucky Kingdom.
- Fondest memory of St. X: “1974 cross country state championship team victory, senior retreat.”
Christopher J. Sedoris '91
CHRIS SEDORIS
1987-1991
Inducted in 2012
- All-State member of the Tiger football and track and field teams.
- KHSAA state champion in shot put and team champion in 1991.
- Offensive lineman for Purdue University from 1991-1995 and served as captain his senior year.
- Recipient of several Purdue athletic awards, including the John P. Holton Scholarship and Red Mackey Award.
- Played center for the Washington Redskins in 1995-1996.
Michael S. Short ’51 †
MICHAEL SHORT
1947-1951
Inducted in 2004
- Earned three varsity letters in baseball and two in basketball.
- Member of two state championship baseball teams, 1949 and 1951.
- Pitched in every game of the 1951 district, region and state tournaments.
- In the 1951 state finals, he held St. Joe’s Prep to three hits, while striking out 11, on just as St. X won 7-1.
- Starred on the hardwood as well helping the JV squad to a 15-5 record and the city co-championship in 1949.
- Had breakout junior year earning All-Region honors as the Tigers complied an 18-9 record and advanced to the regional finals.
- Broke the city single-game scoring record held by Ralph Beard when he scored 25 points versus Male in 1951.
- Finished his senior campaign as the city’s second leading scorer and team MVP guiding the Tigers to a 15-7 season.
- Awarded basketball scholarship to Eastern Kentucky University where he played on season.
- Served two years in the U.S. Army.
- Graduated from the University of Louisville with a Business degree in 1962.
- Retired from Southern Graphic Systems in 1994 as Senior Vice President.
- Served as president of the National Advisory Board of Passionists, Our Lady’s Retreat House, and the St. Vincent DePaul Society.
Harlan Z. Silliman ’51 †
HARLAN SILLIMAN
1947-1951
Inducted in 1993
This Hall of Fame inductee has numerous success stories but one Louisville Times writer summed up his impact on the football field, “No Silliman No Air Defense” (Louisville Times, 1952).
Harlan lettered in three sports at St. X: track, football, and basketball. Harlan’s track accomplishments while at St. X rank near the top if not the top in St. X history. Harlan lettered all four years on the varsity track team leading his team to state championships in both his junior and senior year. As team captain his senior year, Harland was high point man in the state track meet in 1951. Harlan was the premier hurdler in his ear, rarely pushed, setting records in the New Albany relays (high, low, and shuttle hurdle), the “spiked shoe” relay at Stoll Field, Lexington, Kentucky (800 relay team and mile relay team) and set records in the high and low hurdles in the state track meet and also a record on the mile relay team. In 1951, his records in the 120-yard high hurdles (15.0) and 180-yard low hurdles (19.1) remained unbroken for 11 and 12 years respectively. Harlan’s time in the 180-yard low hurdles was the best time in the country that year. According to St. X Hall of Fame Coach John Meihaus, “Harlan Silliman and Dicky Lyons ’65 were the finest all-around athletes I’ve ever coached…with terrific endurance capabilities.”
In varsity football, Harlan lettered three years playing both halfback and defensive back. Harlan was named All-State H.M. and his team tied for the state championship his senior year. University of Kentucky Coach Bear Bryant recruited Harlan where he signed a football scholarship. He later transferred to the University of Louisville where he starred in the backfield with Johnny Unitas, starting at both halfback and defensive back.
In basketball, Harlan was his team’s leading scorer on the squad being named All-City his senior year. Harlan was known as a fierce rebounder. Also, he was named Athletic Man of the Year in his senior class of 1951.
Harlan shares this special comment with the St. X family, “How proud I am to be a St. X alumnus and to see the wonderful academic and athletic program at the school today.”
George H. Silliman, Jr. ’47
GEORGE SILLIMAN
1943-1947
Inducted in 1992
It is rare to find a St. X varsity athlete who can play more than one sport and do it well. However, between 1943-1947, Fern Creek native George Silliman played four sports and lettered in two.
This Hall of Famer played football, track, basketball and baseball for his first two years on Broadway before realizing that his future was only in two out of the four. After his sophomore year, George focused on basketball and baseball. The 1947 yearbook had these statements printed in it, George was “Captain of the varsity basketball…threw a mean curve ball for the varsity baseball…a fellow we all liked.”
George stood out as a pitcher and substitute outfielder for three years. He recalls pitching against Male in 1945 when he led St. X to a regional playoff victory, 3-0. The Tigers went on to win the state baseball title that year and George was recognized for his competitiveness.
Considered his teams’ top college prospect, he gained entrance into the Monogram Club because of his diverse skills. As a senior and captain of the St. X varsity basketball team, George capped off three years on the squad by leading the city in scoring. Actually, his relentless style of play caused him to be the city’s leading scorer, All-City and Honorable Mention All-State in both 1946 and 1947.
George Silliman played one year of college basketball at the University of Louisville and then three years of baseball with the Chicago White Sox minor league team.
Michael B. Silliman ’62 †
MIKE SILLIMAN
1958-1962
Inducted in 1983
Lettered in basketball, baseball and golf. Captain of the 1962 basketball team that won the State Championship. Selected Mr. Kentucky Basketball for the 1961-62 season. First Team All-American High School Team in 1962. Received many college scholarships but chose the United States Military Academy at West Point. Started as a varsity regular for three years and played in three N.I.T. Tournaments. Selected on several All-America teams in 1965 and 1966. Captain of the 1968 Olympic basketball team that won the Gold Medal in Mexico City. Played professional basketball with the Buffalo Braves.
Thomas B. Simms, Sr. ’49 †
THOMAS SIMMS
1945-1949
Inducted in 2006
- Earned two varsity letters in basketball and one in track.
- Helped lead the JV squad to 20-3 record and city and regional titles.
- Hit the game-winning shot against Manual in the regional tournament as a senior.
- Contributed to the Tigers 27-3 record and advancement to the state semi-finals.
- Received All-LIT honors and the Most Improved Player Award as a senior.
- Played basketball four years at Xavier University and earned All-Midwest and All-State honors.
- Was co-captain his senior year and led the team in field goal percentage.
- Averaged 16.3 points per game and was one of the nation’s top assist men in the nation.
- Played five years for the Louisville Scorpions.
- Played on Homer’s Boys World Championship softball team in 1957.
- Graduated from Xavier University in 1953 with a degree in Economics.
- Served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1953-1955 and received a National Defense Service Medal.
Nicholas X. Simon ’77 †
NICK SIMON
1973-1977
Inducted in 2007
Nick was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2010
- President/CEO of Publishers Printing Co.
- Increased company’s sales from $75 million in 1990 to more than $205 million.
- Donated to more than 30 civic, charitable and sport organizations and provided printing services to as many as 50 nonprofit groups.
- Recipient of 17 awards for his generosity and community involvement.
Robert L. Spann ’60 †
ROB SPANN
1956-1960
Inducted in 2002
- One of only a handful of players to earn four varsity football letters under Coach Johnny Meihaus.
- Was a member of the back-to-back, undefeated state championship teams in 1956 and 1957.
- Teamed with Bobby Reeves ’59 † to form one of the greatest running back tandems in Kentucky High School football history.
- Scored three touchdowns in a 37-7 rout of Manual in 1958.
- Also earned three letters in track.
- Won the state championship in the Mile Relay in 1957.
- Coached St. Rita football for 13 years winning the Toy Bowl in 1979.
- Served two years of active duty in the U.S. Army and four years in the Army Reserve earning two Letters of Commendation and medals for marksmanship and good conduct.
- Retired Journeyman Ironworker, Local #70.
Fred L. Spatz ’58
FRED SPATZ
1954-1958
Inducted in 2005
- Led freshman basketball team in scoring averaging 11 points per game.
- Started as a sophomore on the varsity team helping the squad to the 1956 regional finals.
- Guided the Tigers to a 20-8 record and the district title in 1957 and was named All-Region.
- Named co-captain of the team prior to his senior season.
- Led the Tigers to a 31-4 record and the 1958 state title scoring 13 points in the championship game.
- Was named the team’s co-MVP and Honorable Mention All-State.
- Started in the 1958 East-West All-Star Game.
- Walked on to Notre Dame’s freshman team.
- Worked for 40 years at American Air Filter Company where the top sales award is named in his honor.
Charles M. Spencer ’26 †
CHARLES SPENCER
1922-1926
Inducted in 1995
Played on the National Catholic Basketball Championship team 1926.
Notre Dame Award for Excellence in Academics and Athletics.
“X” Club member 1922-1926.
University of Louisville, BA Liberal Arts.
University of Louisville Athletic Hall of Fame.
U of L sports participation – three years varsity football, three years varsity baseball, three years varsity basketball, three years varsity tennis.
“L” Club member, University of Louisville.
Retired director of purchasing for Brown and Williamson, Inc.
Fond memory of St. X: “Brother Constant, excellent basketball coach and personal mentor.”
Occie Stammerman ’30 †
OCCIE STAMMERMAN
1926-1930
Inducted in 1987
Occie earned seven letters in football, basketball and baseball at St. X. He was captain of his basketball team for two years (1928 and 1929). He was a member of the 1929 All-State basketball team. He was also a member of the All-County football team Honorable Mention. He also won the 1929 State Tournament Sportsmanship Award. After St. X, Occie served his country during World War II. He spent three years in the Navy. Occie is now retired after 30 years with the U.S. Postal Service. Occie coached both basketball and baseball on the little league and parish levels for many years and was Secretary and Treasurer for the Louisville Baseball Veterans Association for 20 years. Occie remembers when tuition was $5.00 per month and Brother Christian came around to each room collecting the tuition in a cigar box. Occie says that, “one of the most important parts of my life are the many friends I met while at St. X.” His advice to the Tigers includes, “take advantage of your education and do your very best in everything that you do.”
Vincent B. Stamp ’62
VINCE STAMP
1958-1962
Inducted in 2006
- Earned a varsity letter in basketball and baseball.
- Was the starting guard on the 1962 State Championship team that finished with a 34-1 record.
- Named All-City, All-Region and Honorable Mention All-State as a senior.
- Hit the game-winning shot against Hazard in the L.I.T.
- Received Coach’s Award in 1962.
- Named one of the five outstanding senior athletes.
- Academic scholarship to Bellarmine and graduated Cum Laude with a degree in English in 1966.
- Academic scholarship to University of Notre Dame Law School and graduated in 1969.
- Served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1971-1977.
- Partner at Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- 2006 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award in Environmental Law from the Cincinnati Bar Association.
- Named Ohio Super Lawyer by Law and Politics Media.
- Named Leading Business Lawyer in Ohio by Chambers and Associates.
- Trustee of the Cincinnati Legal Aid Society.
Ronald J. Steele ’70
RON STEELE
1966-1970
Inducted in 2002
- Multi-talented athlete playing four years of football and basketball and two years of baseball.
- Versatile as a football player, lining up on both offense and defense and handling place-kicking duties.
- As a junior, he made on of the greatest plays in Kentucky High School football history when he intercepted a lateral late in the 4th quarter and returned it 26 yards for the game-winning touchdown in an upset of a heavily favored Trinity squad.
- Had a break-out senior campaign in 1969 as he led St. X to its first undefeated, untied AAA State Championship.
- Set a school record with eight touchdown receptions that season and earned numerous post-season accolades, including First Team All-City, All-State and Parade All-American.
- Caught a touchdown pass in 1969 clash with Trinity and made several key tackles in that 14-7 Tiger victory.
- Scored 20 points in a game against Manual with two TD catches, two extra points, and two field goals.
- As a junior, he was a key reserve on the basketball squad that reached the quarterfinals of the Sweet 16 tournament.
- Played four years of football at the University of Kentucky after receiving scholarship offers from Notre Dame, Penn State, Alabama and Southern California.
Allen Steinbock '68
ALLEN STEINBOCKR. Ted Steinbock, M.D. ’70
TED STEINBOCK
1966-1970
Inducted in 2008
- Radiologist and President of X-Ray Associates of Louisville, PSC.
- Chairman of the Department of Radiology at Baptist Hospital East.
- His honors thesis at Harvard Medical, Paleopathological Diagnosis and Interpretation, is considered the standard text in the field of paleopathology.
- Considered a leading authority on the interaction of disease and cultural development, particularly among Indians in the prehistoric southwest.
C. Eugene Steuerle, Ph.D. ’64
GENE STEUERLE
1960-1964
Eugene was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2006
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Aaron D. Stewart, M.D. ’82
AARON STEWART
1978-1982
Inducted in 2005
- Earned three varsity letters in football and one in golf.
- Played freshman and JV basketball and ran track as a freshman.
- Made the varsity football roster in 1979 as a sophomore and saw action at quarterback.
- Named Honorable Mention All-State as a junior and senior.
- Scored the winning touchdown in a 21-14 upset of top-ranked Trinity in 1980.
- Guided the Tigers to an 8-3 record in 1981 including a 31-13 pasting of archrival Trinity.
- Named Second Team All-County quarterback and earned awards for outstanding leadership.
- Carded the team’s lowest score as St. X won the 1982 state golf tournament.
- Received athletic scholarship to the University of Dayton where he played for two years.
- Served two years as an assistant football coach at Holy Spirit.
- Finished his pre-med work at University of Louisville then earned his MD from Louisville’s School of Medicine in 1991.
- Completed residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the Medical College of Georgia in 1995.
- Practices at Women’s Care Physicians of Louisville.
Michael G. Stewart, M.D., MPH '80
MICKEY STEWART
1976-1980
Inducted in 2012
Mickey was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2019
- In 1994, he joined the faculty of the Department of Otolaryngology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and later became Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs for the College.
- In 2005, he became Professor and Chairman of the Department of Otolaryngology – Head of Neck Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University.
- Also serves as Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Vice Dean of the Medical College.
- Has been a visiting professor at more than 20 institutions and given more than 250 invited lectures both nationally and internationally.
Michael J. Stewart, Honorary ’81
MIKE STEWART
HONORARY 1981
Inducted in 1997
- Regional Football Coach of the Year 1978, 1981.
- AAAA State Championship team coach, 1978.
- Varsity football coach 1976-1981, 53-19 record.
- Kellogg’s Coach of the Year in 1978.
- President of Kentucky High School Coaches’ Association 1979-1981.
- Attended Western Kentucky University, BS Biology/Health and Physical Education, 1963.
- Assistant Coach – University of Notre Dame, 1982.
- Head Coach, Notre Dame JV team, 1982.
- Recipient of Legends Award from Jefferson County Football Coaches Association.
- Currently, Assistant Principal for Studies, Saint Xavier High School.
- Vice-Chairman, Middletown Christian Church.
- Member, Middletown Christian Church disciple choir.
- St. X Memories: 1969 State Championship team in the first year as St. X Assistant Coach, the first undefeated and untied team in St. X history; and the 1978 State Championship team, his first as head coach of the team that set the record for most points in a state championship game (42).
Edwin F. Struss, DMD ’66
ED STRUSS
1962-1966
Inducted in 1991
“Always do your best, then you have nothing to be ashamed of. Strive to do the best you can do, and your goals will become a reality.” Those were the words used by Edwin Struss in explaining what advice he would offer the young people of St. X. In looking at the accomplishments of this memorable Tiger, it is obvious that his state philosophy is anything but hollow.
While at St. X, Ed participated in several organizations such as the yearbook staff, National Honor Society, and the swimming team. However, it was in the area of swimming that he excelled, being recognized by the American Legion and attaining the title of All-American.
From St. X, Ed went on to the University of Kentucky where he received his doctorate in medical dentistry. While at UK, Ed was named to the All-SEC team and the Honorable Mention All-American team.
A dentist with a practice in Lexington, Kentucky, Ed remains very active in the community, participating in the ministerial services of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church and the Blue Grass Dental Society. His free time is spent fishing, coaching youth t-ball and of course, swimming.
In reflecting on his many memories of St. X, Ed remarked, “The great academic standards and discipline that was necessary to achieve, the faculty and friendship that developed through the years, will always be remembered.”
By his induction into the 1991 Hall of Fame, it would appear that Dr. Edwin Struss left some incredible impressions which will last a lifetime. “Always do your best.”
Thanks, Ed, for doing your best.
James W. Stuckert ’55
JIM STUCKERT
1951-1955
Jim was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2004
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Gilbert Sturtzel ’54 †
GIL STURTZEL
1950-1950
Inducted in 2003
- Earned three varsity letters in football and one in baseball.
- Named co-captain of the football squad his senior year leading the Tigers to a 7-6 victory over Flaget and the City Championship.
- First recipient of the Brother Benjamin Award.
- Selected First Team All-City on offense and defense.
- Named Second Team All-State.
- Played in the East/West All-Star Game.
- Captain of the Blue Team in the first Falls City All-Star Game.
- Played in the first Toy Bowl in 1948 at St. Elizabeth.
- Three year starter on both offense and defense at the University of Louisville playing alongside Johnny Unitas and Lenny Lyles.
- Captain of U of L’s 1957 squad that went 9-1 and beat Drake 34-20 in the Sun Bowl.
- Selected to play in the Blue/Gray and North/South Senior Bowl Games.
- Began as an assistant coach at DeSales High School in 1958. Named head coach the following year at the age of 22.
- Coached on two All-Star teams during his six years at DeSales.
- Served as Offensive Line Coach at U of L from 1965-1967.
- Coached the offensive line at Xavier for two seasons.
- Inducted into the U of L Hall of Fame in 1983.
- Graduated from U of L in 1958 with a B.S. in Education.
- Retired from Commonwealth Life Insurance.
- Vice President of the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Foundation.
- President of U of L Letterwinners Club.
- Member of the U of L Alumni Association Board of Directors.
Gilbert J. Sturtzel ’35 †
GIL "MOLLIE" STURTZEL
1931-1935
Inducted in 1992
“As Gilbert’s teammates…we jokingly called him Mollie because he always wore knickers that looked like girls’ bloomers,” explained Alex Cecil ’35, a longtime friend of Gil Sturtzel’s.
Saint Xavier inducts Mollie Sturtzel into the Hall of Fame posthumously. All those that knew him would agree, he was a great athlete. Even though he lettered three years on the St. X track team his speed around the oval was overshadowed by his speed on the gridiron.
Mollie broke into the starting varsity lineup as a freshman and became one of a handful of four year regulars. It was said that he, “…was as strong as a bull with wings on his heels and a fierce competitor.” (Our Search for Excellence, 1988)
Classmate Lew Miller ’35 also remembers Mollie, “…he was a hard-nosed player with a great second and third effort. He played solid defense and offensively would not be denied the extra yardage.”
This 1935 team captain played fullback, halfback, and was named All-State for three years and All-City for four years. He combined a quiet unassuming personality with a very physical style of play thus becoming one of St. X’s finest football players.
In 1936, Mollie did not enter college but instead played five years with the Louisville Tanks. During his time with the semipro team, he was one of the teams’ leading ground gainers. One interesting side note: “Gil, Sr. and Gil, Jr. ’54 are the only known father and son combination to have been St. X captain on the gridiron.” (Our Search for Excellence, 1988)
Robert G. Talamini ’56
BOB TALAMINI
1952-1956
Inducted in 1983
Lettered in football and track while at St. X. Attended the University of Kentucky where he received All-Conference and All-American honors. Went on to become an outstanding pro with the Houston Oilers and the New York Jets. Was an All-Pro selection from 1962-1967 and was a standout performer with the New York Jets when they won the Super Bowl in 1968. Past president of UK Alumni and the Houston Touchdown Club. Current president NFL Alumni Houston Chapter. Bob credits St. X as the critical learning years for him in achieving his many successes in life. St. X represents school of long standing and unparalleled tradition and it is truly a great honor to be selected for induction into the St. X Hall of Fame.
Thomas L. Thomas ’67
TOM THOMAS
1963-1967
Inducted in 2008
- Retired President and COO of GXS, which operates a secure global network services platform enabling 75% of the Fortune 500 to conduct business together in real time.
- Has managed high growth and hypergrowth companies and turnaround situations.
- Was the first CIO at Dell Computer responsible for establishing the company as the world leader in direct selling of computer systems and computer related systems.
- Developed a sales force automation system at Sara Lee Corporation, which became a Harvard business case titled “American Crown.”
David D. Thompson ’80
DAVID THOMPSON
1976-1980
Inducted in 2000
- Won two varsity letters each for football, track and wrestling.
- Standout defensive lineman as a junior for the 1978 4A state champs, a team that boasted one of the best defenses throughout Kentucky.
- As a senior, he was elected co-captain, and earned First Team All-State honors from The Courier Journal, Lexington Herald Leader, AP, UPI, and World Sporting Goods.
- Named the state’s best defensive lineman by Kentucky High School Coaches in 1979.
- Rounded out a stellar senior campaign by winning the Senior Leadership Award, The Karl M. Schmitt Award and the Brother Benjamin Award.
- Coach Mike Stewart says he was not only an outstanding defensive linemen, but also “a great, positive leader, a wonderful representative of the school and a joy to coach.”
- As a wrestler, he finished third in Jefferson County’s Heavyweight division during his senior year.
- Earned a scholarship to Ball State University, but walked on at the University of Kentucky eventually earning a scholarship and three letters.
- As a junior, played on the UK squad that earned a berth in the 1983 Hall of Fame Bowl, losing to West Virginia.
- Elected team captain his senior year, leading the Wildcats to wins over Tennessee, the last time the Cats won in Knoxville, and a victory over Wisconsin in the 1984 Hall of Fame Bowl.
- Earned a degree in Marketing from UK in 1985.
- Currently resides in Beaver, Pennsylvania working for Sentry Paint Technologies.
- Volunteers his time as a little league football coach and as a foster parent for the Beaver County Youth and Family Services Office.
John F. Thompson ’42 †
JACK THOMPSON
1938-1942
Inducted in 1985
Jack earned eleven letters: football (4 years), baseball (4 years) and basketball (3 years), while at St. X. Jack was president of his class. He was an outstanding all-around athlete, receiving the following awards: Purdue All Falls City 1940 and 1941; All-State 1940 and 1941; Shrine All-Star Game, 1941; the All-Southern U.S. Team in 1941. Jack had numerous college offers, but World War II interrupted his athletic career. He served three years as Tank Commander during the war and was honored with three Battle Stars for bravery. After the war, Jack played football in Europe. Presently, Jack is working with County Clerk Jim “Pop” Malone after completing 40 years of service with S & T Industries, the last 20 as sales manager. In his free time, Jack enjoys golf.
James E. Tierney III ’76
JIMMY TIERNEY
1972-1976
Inducted in 2015
- Assistant coach for men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams at Northwestern University.
- Northwestern University women’s head coach from 1994-2015.
- Founder and head coach for Northwestern University’s Aquatic Swim Association.
- Coach for USA Swimming National Team.
- Named swimming and diving coach for McKendree University in 2015.
MAJ. GEN. Edward W. Tonini ’64
ED TONINI
1960-1964
Inducted in 2015
- Major General in the Air Force and Adjutant General for Kentucky.
- Senior commanding officer of 8,600 soldiers and airmen in the Kentucky National Guard.
- Elected President of the Adjutants General Association of the United States in 2013.
- Member of Governor Beshear’s Cabinet advising him on military and emergency management matters.
- Held significant leadership role in the fundraising and planning for the Kentucky National Guard Memorial located in Frankfort.
Msgr. Raymond J. Treece ’30 †
RAYMOND TREECE
1926-1930
Raymond was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1976
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
A. Scott Treibly ’92
SCOTT TREIBLY
1988-1992
Inducted in 2004
- Earned four varsity letters in tennis and was named All-State all four years.
- Was a member of two state championship tennis teams (1989 and 1990) and two state runner-up teams (1991 and 1992).
- Won the state doubles championship in 1990.
- Was runner-up in the 1991 state singles championship.
- Captured the 1992 state singles crown.
- Named First Team Prince All-American following his senior campaign
- Played two seasons for UK where he won the consolation bracket at the 1993 SEC Indoors.
- Finished his collegiate career at the University of New Mexico where he compiled a 52-28 overall record.
- Led the Lobos to consecutive Western Atlantic Conference championships in 1995 and 1996 and a top ten national ranking both years.
- Advanced to the round of 32 in the 1996 NCAA singles tournament.
- Named West Coast Regional Player of the Year in 1996.
- Broke into the coaching ranks as an assistant at Texas A&M in 1998.
- Was named NCAA Regional Assistant Coach of the Year while at A&M.
- Currently coaches at IMG/Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Florida where he has worked with professional players including Serena Williams, Tommy Haas, and Maria Sharapova.
- Has written for more than 30 tennis publications around the world.
- Graduated from New Mexico with a Business Management degree in 1996.
- Earned his Master’s Degree from Texas A&M in 2000.
- Involved with the Boys Club of Sarasota.
Gary C. Ulmer '75
GARY ULMER
1971-1975
Inducted in 2013
- President and Chief Executive Officer of the Louisville Bats since 1993.
- Helped elevate the Bats to one of the top baseball organizations and Slugger Field is considered one of the best minor league ballparks in the country.
- Previously served as President of the Louisville River Frogs hockey team and President of the MainStreet Creations, the food service company for Slugger Field.
- Currently in his third year as Chairman of the Saint Xavier’s Board of Directors and was previously Vice Chairman of the Board, Co-Chair of the Strategic Plan Committee, and member of the Project X Campaign Committee.
- Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Louisville Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, the Louisville Sports Commission, and the Better Business Bureau.
Eugene C. Ulrich, Ph.D. ’56
GENE ULRICH
1952-1956
Gene was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1992
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Patrick T. Vadden '92
PATRICK VADDEN
1988-1992
Inducted in 2010
- Won the 1991 Kentucky High School Individual State golf championship.
- During his senior season, won three individual tournament titles and was regional champion.
- Earned a golf scholarship to the University of Alabama and captained the team in 1996 and 1997; earned 2nd Team All-SEC honors in 1997.
- Graduated from Alabama with a degree in Human Environmental Sciences.
- Currently a PGA Professional, he won the 2010 Kentucky PGA Assistant Pro Championship and is headed to the National Assistant Pro Championship in November.
Andrew M. Varga ’83
ANDREW VARGA
1979-1983
Inducted in 2003
- Earned three varsity letters in tennis.
- Played #1 singles junior and senior year leading St. X to its first two team state tennis in 1982 and 1983.
- Overcame an injury to clinch the 1983 team regional crown by upsetting the top seed in the singles championship.
- Named All-American in 1983 and was a two-time All-State selection.
- Selected as team captain as a senior and advanced to the state semifinals.
- Won the boys’ 14 division of the Kentucky Junior Closed Championships at the Louisville Tennis Club in 1980.
- Won the singles and doubles championships in the 18-and-under division of the 1984 Creason Tournament.
- Four-year starter and two-time team captain at UK.
- Won the SEC singles championship his senior year making him the first Kentucky player to ever win an SEC outdoor title.
- Helped the Wildcats advance to the Sweet 16 in their first ever appearance in the NCAA tennis tournament in 1987.
- Named All-SEC by Tennis South.
- Earned MVP honors with victories in singles and doubles as UK upset second-ranked Southern Methodist in the 1987 Blue-Grey Tennis Classic.
- Graduated from UK with a Business degree in 1987.
- Employed with Brown-Forman Corporation since 1988, currently Vice President-Global Brand Director.
- Recipient of the Founder’s Award and other awards for personal development and innovation.
- Serves of the board for Dare to Care.
- Recipient of a Bell Award in 2002 for volunteer work.
Donald T. Varga, M.D. '50
DON VARGA
1946-1950
Inducted in 2011
- Had established private practice in internal medicine from 1963-1995.
- Served as Chief of Staff and/or Medical Director at Methodist Hospital and Alliant Health Systems (Norton Hospital).
- Served as physician to the Xaverian Brothers from 1982-1996 and also Medical Director at Ryken House.
- Has held numerous positions for both the Kentucky and Southern Tennis Associations, including Member of the Board of Directors and President.
- Recipient of numerous awards for service and leadership to both Tennis Associations.
- Inducted into the Kentucky Tennis Hall of Fame in 2005.
Paul C. Varga ’81
PAUL VARGA
1977-1981
Inducted in 2005
Paul was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2012
- Ranked among the best junior tennis players in the south during his St. X career.
- Captured the 1981 regional singles title and advanced to the semi-finals of the state tournament.
- Led St. X squad to a 13-2 dual match record as a senior.
- Earned All-American honors.
- Four-year varsity player for the University of Kentucky.
- Captain of the UK squad as a junior and senior.
- Earned All-SEC honors in 1984 and 1985.
- Ranked #49 nationally in singles in 1984.
- Named MVP as UK won the 1984 National Indoor Team Championships.
- As a senior, qualified for both indoor and outdoor national championships.
- Doubles finalist at the 1985 SEC Indoor Championships.
- Holds record for UK tennis in all-time career wins.
- Inducted in the UK Tennis Hall of Fame.
- Graduated from UK in 1985 and earned his MBA from Purdue in 1987.
- Joined Brown-Forman Corporation in 1987 and quickly climbed the corporate ladder becoming a senior vice president in 1996.
- Promoted to president and CEO of the company’s largest division, Brown-Forman Beverages, in 2003.
- Named CEO of the entire corporation earlier this year (2005).
- Served on the boards at YMCA, Greater Louisville Inc., and the Muhammad Ali Center.
Blaine D. Vetter ’63
BLAINE VETTER
1959-1963
Inducted in 1991
The 1961 individual state champion in the 100-yard butterfly; member of two state championship swimming teams; member and captain of the 1963 state championship track team; 1962 individual state championship in cross country; member of three state championship cross country teams (1959, 1960, and 1962) and selected captain of the 1961 and 1962 teams; senior class president. His name is Blaine Vetter.
A 1963 graduate, Blaine could not be considered an ordinary student. He participated for four years in varsity track and cross country as well as two years on the varsity swim team.
In addition to his athletic activities, Blaine participated in the Camera Club, Sodality, and on the yearbook staff. Blaine recalls that one of his favorite memories was eating lunch standing up at the bottom of the swimming pool on Broadway with Coach Michaus walking around telling all the athletes to “watch out for the chili.” Upon graduation from St. X, Blaine was offered a four-year full scholarship for track to Georgetown University in Washington where he received his degree in English. While at Georgetown, Blaine repeated the same stellar performance in swimming and track, lettering in both sports. He continued his education by attending the University of California in Berkeley where he earned his MBA.
During his stay at Berkeley, Blaine was asked to participate in Xerox Corporation’s summer intern program where he won top honors in addition to serving as the vice president of the student council for the business school and president of Operation Outreach.
Blaine is president of Blaine D. Vetter, Inc., an executive search organization. In his leisure time, Blaine still loves to swim, but he has also taken on hiking, fly fishing, snow skiing, and golf.
Remaining involved, Blaine is an active participant in St. Theresa Church and School with Bishop O’Dowd High School.
As Blaine reflected on what advice he would offer as a challenge to the young people, Blaine’s words epitomize his life, “Never let the fear of failure keep you from trying new growth experiences.”
Failure is not a word in Blaine Vetter’s vocabulary.
W. Kip Viscusi, Ph. D. ’67
KIP VISCUSI
1963-1967
Inducted in 2007
Kip was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2015
- University Distinguished Professor of Law, Economics and Management at Vanderbilt University.
- World’s leading expert on cost-benefit analysis of health and safety risks.
- Authored more than 20 books and 250 academic journals, and founded two economic journals.
- Has held tenured teaching positions at Northwestern University, Duke University and Harvard University.
Joseph P. Viviano ’55
JOE VIVIANO
1951-1955
Inducted in 1984
Joe was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2009
All-City, All-State and captain of the 1955 basketball team. Set scoring records in the state basketball tournament and was selected as the “Outstanding Student Athlete” in 1955. Joe continued his career at Xavier University and set all scoring records there before he was through. Joe was team captain of Xavier in 1958. Joe graduated Magna Cum Laude and was a member of Alpha Sigma No and the National Jesuit Honor Fraternity. Joe was later inducted into The Xavier University Hall of Fame. Joe is now Senior Vice President of Hershey Food Corporation. The Vivianos now make their home in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
John B. Voor, Ph.D. ’42 †
JOHN VOOR
1938-1942
John was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1977
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Anthony F. Vuturo, M.D., M.P.H. '58
TONY VUTURO
1954-1958
Inducted in 2013
- Senior Vice President of Canyon Ranch Health Resorts, the number one ranking health and wellness resort in the world.
- Professor Emeritus, former Dean for Continuing Medical Education, and Dean for Health Affairs at the University of Arizona College of Medicine.
- Established Arizona Graduate Program in Public Health which later became the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health.
- Consultant to more than 40 national and international organizations that has lived and worked extensively abroad in more than 50 countries.
- Served as Editor, Associate Editor, and Contributing Editor of 16 medical journals and publications and has authored more than 1200 publications, technical reports and health care initiatives.
Jeffrey C. Wagner '95
JEFF WAGNER
1991-1995
Inducted in 2013
- Team captain and star slugger for the Tiger baseball team batting .470 and .365 in his junior and senior seasons with 12 homeruns and 85 RBIs.
- Played for the world champion 16-and-under USA team, participated in three national amateur All-Star tournaments, and the USA National All-Star team.
- Four-time All-Conference selection at the University of Notre Dame that also earned Big East Rookie of the Year honors and a spot on the Cape Cod Wooden Bat League All-Star team.
- Record holder at University of Notre Dame with 41 career homeruns.
- Selected by the Angels in the MLB draft and spent 3 ½ seasons in the minor league organization.
Kevin A. Wallace ’79
KEVIN WALLACE
1975-1979
Inducted in 2005
- Earned three varsity letters in football and two in basketball.
- Starting point guard for the freshman team that went 15-2 and claimed the Catholic city championship.
- Ran the point for the JV squad during his sophomore year and scored a game high 19 points against Trinity.
- Saw action with the varsity squad as a junior helping the team win the Ashland Christmas Tournament and an LIT appearance.
- Started at guard for the Tigers averaging 9 points per game as a senior.
- Made the varsity football roster as a sophomore getting his first start at quarterback in a 71-0 victory over Male in 1976.
- Guided the Tigers to a 13-2 record and the 1978 4A state title.
- Scored three touchdowns and earned player of the game honors in the 4A County championship game against Stuart.
- Scored two touchdowns in 42-21 win over Tates Creek in state title game.
- Finished second on the team in scoring with 72 points and was named Honorable Mention All-State.
- Spent seven seasons as an assistant football coach for St. X.
- Currently a process manager for Wynn Starr Foods of Kentucky.
John P. Walsh ’61
JOHN WALSH
1957-1961
Inducted in 2009
- Retired Chief Executive Officer of The Morton Center.
- Under his leadership, The Morton Center became the largest alcohol and drug treatment facility of its kind in Kentucky.
- Recognized nationally as an authority in outpatient treatment and family intervention.
- Developed the curriculum for the DUI Education model which is used in Kentucky and was on the Cabinet of Human Resources Task Force which developed regulations for DUI legislation.
Br. Peter Walsh, C.F.X. †
BR. PETER
Inducted in 1999
- Freshman basketball coach in 1955.
- St. X Tennis Coach from 1955-1962.
- Tennis State Champions: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962.
- Played an important role in the development of numerous prominent tennis players including Bill ’57 and Jackie Cooper ’62.
- St. X Athletic Business Manager from 1957-1960.
- St. X Athletic Director from 1960-1962.
Norbert J. Walsh ’40 †
NOBBY WALSH
1936-1940
Inducted in 1991
Walsh, better known as “Norbie”, began his career at St. X in 1936. This Tiger excelled both on and off the playing courts.
Selected by his fellow students to serve as the Generlissima Vice President of the Student Body during his senior year, his classmates knew this was a special individual, but it was on the athletic court where Norbert Walsh made a dramatic impression. A tennis and basketball player, Norbert was selected as an All-State performer for the Tigers in 1940. He led the city of Louisville in basketball scoring in 1940, along with being selected to the first Kentucky All-Star team to play Indiana.
Upon graduation from St. X, Norbie accepted an athletic scholarship to St. Joseph’s College. While attending St. Joseph’s, he was again selected by his classmates to lead their respective classes, first as vice president of the freshman class, then as president of the sophomore class. He participated in basketball and tennis until the war interrupted his degree work in 1942.
After completing his military tenure, Norbert returned to the University of Louisville to complete his bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising and Selling in 1947. While at U of L, Norbie continued to compete in basketball and tennis.
While Norbert admits his leisure activities include family, grandchildren, gardening and sports spectator, from his record of community involvement, that “spectating” is a word rarely used.
An active member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and Men’s Club, Norbert, now retired, was the former director of the Landside Operation, Regional Airport Authority, at Standiford Field. He is presently a member of the Society of Former Special Agents of the FBI. He is a past member of the American Society for Industrial Security, serving as president for the Louisville Chapter, and a former member of the International Association of Arson Investigators where he served as director and past president. Norbert’s love for his recreation is evident in serving as the director of the Kentucky Tennis Patrons.
Norbert’s memories include the great personal interest the teaching Brothers took in the students. This memory still is reflected in Norbert’s philosophy today. As Norbie says, “Learn from your athletic involvement, particularly as it applies to life in general. Never give up; the “game” isn’t over until the final gun; learn from mistakes, always keep your head up, and keep trying to improve and learn. Keep athletics in proper prospective; remember, life goes on long athletics are over.”
Norbert Walsh is a Tiger who kept things in proper prospective.
Edward H. Weber ’24 †
EDDIE WEBER
1920-1924
Inducted in 1986
Eddie lettered in four sports while at St. X – football, basketball, baseball and tennis. Among the most versatile athletes in the school’s history, Eddie distinguished himself in all sports. He quarterbacked the football team in 1923 and was chosen to the All-State Team. Undefeated in tennis during the 1924 season. Eddie went on to win the Southern Junior Championship in Asheville, North Carolina after he won the Kentucky State Championship in singles. Eddie won the Notre Dame Cup for outstanding scholarship and athletics. After graduating from St. X, Eddie attended the University of Louisville where he earned his BS degree in Chemistry. While in college, he played basketball, baseball and tennis for four years, cross country and won the golf championship in 1928. He was named to the All-KIAC and was in the first class of inductees to UofL’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Eddie has contributed greatly to the promotion of local athletics. He coached basketball at St. X winning the district, region and making the final game in the state tournament. Eddie has also served as president of the Kentucky Tennis Patrons; first manager of the Mason-Dixon games and president of the Quarterbacks Club.
Owen R. Weis ’41 †
OWEN WEIS
1937-1941
Inducted in 1987
While at St. X, Owen was an outstanding student and an outstanding athlete. Owen earned 13 St. X letters in football, basketball, baseball, track, pep club, science club and student council. Owen was captain of the basketball and baseball teams. While at St. X, Owen was Man of the Year in 1941. His other awards included: All-Kentucky football status, and the American Legion School Award for Courage, Honor, Service and Leadership Scholarship. After St. X, Owen continued his outstanding athletic and scholastic record at Xavier University which was interrupted by World War II. Lieutenant Weis was a fighter pilot in the Army Air Corps. Owen served his country for three years and was wounded flying his P-51. After his discharge in 1945, Owen returned to study at UK and U of L where he received his Master’s in Education. Owen was an outstanding math teacher and coached football and track at Flaget High School, Bellevue and Butler High Schools. Owen liked to spend his time with family and kept active in golf, square dancing, chess and working crossword puzzles. Those who remember Owen know that he believed in scholastic proficiency and, by example, Owen carried this goal to his athletic coaching. Owen’s wife often heard him say in part, “the boys don’t realize it now, while they are involved in sports, the discipline, the regimen, the rules, set a pattern for success through an entire life.” Owen was fair with his children, his students and his athletes. We at St. X can truly be proud to say, he was one of our men.
Raymond J. Weis ’61
RAY WEIS
1957-1961
Ray was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2005
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
William A. White '86
BILL WHITE
1982-1986
Inducted in 2011
- All-District, All-Region and All-State shortstop that helped lead St. X to a semi-state title and Final Four appearances in 1986.
- Earned semi-state tournament honors and an invitation to play in the East-West All-Star Game.
- First Team All-SEC and Second Team All-South as a sophomore at University of Kentucky.
- 15th-rated college player in the nation pre-season according to Baseball America.
- Third round selection by the Chicago Cubs in the 1989 amateur draft and played eight seasons with the Cubs and Colorado Rockies.
- Minor league baseball coach for the Rockies and Cincinnati Reds.
Chester Whitlow †
CHET WHITLOW
Inducted in 1992
If Webster had put pictures in his dictionary so that he could illustrate meaning, then the definitions for kind or generous would have Chester’s photo next to it.
Chester left high school early and joined the Navy in 1943. As a Seabee he served three years in the South Pacific Theater. Chester later returned to Louisville where he worked as a professional welder for thirty years at the Naval Ordinance Station.
This very likeable gentleman has given countless hours of volunteer time to assist needy local organizations including St. Matthias, the Dixie Optimist Club and the Marydale Little League. It wasn’t until Chester’s youngest son Bob ’80 entered St. X that he developed a relationship with St. X.
Tonight he is being recognized for his service to St. X via the Tiger Boosters. For years he transported football equipment back and forth to games and worked to make each Fall Festival better. He has served on the Tiger Booster Board of Directors and used his professional expertise to assist in several improvements to St. X athletic facilities. The concession stand, visitor’s side bleachers, flag pole and press box have all been erected with his help.
In 1980, then Principal Brother John Wills, C.F.X. awarded Chester a plaque in honor of his dedicated service to St. X. Tonight we induct him into the Athletic Hall of Fame again recognizing his unabiding personal commitment to the Saint Xavier Community.
William E. Wiegand ’37 †
BILL WIEGAND
1933-1937
Inducted in 1996
- All-State and All-Falls City in football.
- Varsity letter in baseball.
- Recruited by Notre Dame, Tennessee, and Pitt for athletics.
- Attended University of Tennessee and University of Kentucky.
- Started as a sophomore on UK varsity baseball team.
- Played professional baseball on the Brooklyn Dodgers system at Greenville, North Carolina.
- Holy Trinity Church.
- President, Wiegand Corporation.
- Retired president, Ohio Valley Aluminum Company.
- Retired director, Republic Bank, Shelbyville, Kentucky.
- Retired director, Findal Company, Bergamo Italy.
- Retired marketing manager, Elual Company, Athens Greece.
- Memories of St. X: “November 11, 1935, throwing the touchdown pass which beat Male for the first time, 7-6; sharing the evening meal with the Brothers each school day.”
William J. Wieseman ’60
BILL WIESEMAN
1956-1960
Inducted in 1989
William was one of four freshmen to letter in football during the 1956 season. Bill was named to both the All-City and All-State teams in football, but he didn’t confine his athletic endeavors to the football field alone. Bill also ran track at Tiger Tech. Off the playing field, Bill excelled in leadership, too. He was president of the class every year! In 1960, he was named Outstanding Senior. Bill’s vocal talents came into play as well, since he was a member of the Glee Club. Following graduation from St. X, Bill went to the University of Alabama, taking his football talents with him and putting them to good use. Bill played on the Alabama team which won the 1961 National Championship, the 1963 team which went to the Orange Bowl, and the teams in 1962 and 1964 which went to the Sugar Bowl. He also managed to earn his B.S. Degree with majors in Industrial Arts and Physical Education. Bill currently resides in Toney, Alabama, where he is a vocational instructor. Bill is actively involved in the community and in his parish, where he served as church council president. He was named the Madison County Coach of the Year for the 1974-75 season. Bill says his four years at St. X provided him with many good memories and lasting friendships. He urges the Tigers to, “Be involved; join or support all the activities of your school. St. X is a great school with a great tradition which you will carry throughout your lifetime.”
Br. George A. Willenbrink, C.F.X. ’44 †
BR. GEORGE
1940-1944
Br. George was honored with St. X's Outstanding Alumnus Award in 2001
In 2007 the Hall of Fame was restructured. All Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and Outstanding Alumnus Award recipients are considered past honorees and members of the Alumni Hall of Honors.
Gerald F. Willinger ’86
GERRY WILLINGER
1982-1986
Inducted in 2005
- Earned letters in football, baseball and basketball.
- Starting first baseman for the 1986 baseball team that went 28-7 and reached the state final four.
- Made the varsity rosters as a sophomore and played both sides of the ball as well as special teams.
- Voted All-District in 1985 and 1986.
- Named Honorable Mention All-State following his senior year.
- Played safety at Cornell University helping the Big Red to the 1990 Ivy League Title.
- Named Conference Defensive Player of the Week after recording nine solo tackles and three sacks in a 20-17 win over Harvard.
- Chosen as Cornell’s Defensive Player of the Year as a senior.
- Picked All-Conference and selected to play in the 1990 Epson Ivy Bowl in Japan.
- Graduated from Cornell in 1990 with a Business Management degree.
- Earned MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 1998.
- Successful venture capitalist with Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank.
Rev. James Wiseman, O.S.B. ’59
FATHER JIM WISEMAN
1955-1959
Inducted in 2007
- Benedictine monk and ordained priest.
- Served as abbot, novice master, and prior of the monastic community.
- Authored or edited five books and written 35 scholarly articles or book chapters, and 45 book reviews.
- Member of the Theology faculty at The Catholic University of America since 1985, and has served as department chair and associate dean for undergraduate studies.
William C. Wolford ’82
WILL WOLFORD
1978-1982
Inducted in 2000
- Three-sport athlete at St. X, winning letters in football, basketball and track.
- Earned All-State honors in football as a defensive lineman, despite limited action due to injury his junior year and an illness his senior year.
- Was an Honorable Mention All-District Selection in basketball at center, displaying a nice touch on his mid-range jumper.
- Earned a football scholarship to Vanderbilt University.
- Played on the offensive side of the ball during his four years at Vandy, earning First Team All-SEC and Third Team All-American honors as an offensive tackle.
- Played in the 1986 Senior Bowl.
- Drafted in the 1st Round (20th overall) by the Buffalo Bills in 1986.
- Played 13 seasons in the NFL, including 7 with the Bills, and three each with the Indianapolis Colts from 1993-1995 and the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1996-1998.
- As a Buffalo Bill, he played in three consecutive Super Bowls, 1990, 1991, and 1992.
- Will was also a three-time Pro-Bowl selection at left tackle, earning that honor in 1990, 1992, and 1995.
- Co-owner of Brown-Wolford Commercial Printing in Louisville.
- Member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, coaches their 5th and 6th Grade football team.
- Board member of the Boy Scouts of America’s Lincoln Heritage Council.
- Board member of the Family Place.
*Will Wolford was elected into the St. X Hall of Fame in 1992, his first year of eligibility. This is his first opportunity to participate in the formal induction ceremony.
William O. Yates ’75
WILLIE YATES
1971-1975
Inducted in 2007
- Starting linebacker for the 1974 state championship football team.
- Named All-City and All-State Honorable Mention in 1974.
- Helped St. X baseball teams to a city championship, two district titles and two regional titles.
- Holds multiple season and career pitching records for Bellarmine and is a member of their Athletic Hall of Fame.
Paul M. Young ’44 †
PAUL YOUNG
1941-1944
Inducted in 1985
Coach Young enjoys a long association with St. X and has contributed greatly to the athletic program. As a student at St. X, Paul lettered in football, basketball and track. After graduation, Paul served in the U.S. Army Air Force at the end of World War II. From 1946-1950 Paul attended UK where he played football under Coach Bear Bryant and earned his degree in Business. Returning to St. X in 1950, Paul coached football until 1969. That year St. X established the Paul M. Young Defensive Award in his honor. Since 1961 Paul has served St. X as Athletic Director. Paul has dedicated much of his life to high school athletics. He is an active member of the Jefferson County Athletic Directors Association, co-founder of the State Association of Athletic Directors, a national committee member of the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association and the Louisville Association of Catholic High Schools. Paul is also game manager for the Kentucky High School Athletic Coaches Association and a member of Coach Bear Bryant’s K-Men Club. Paul’s leadership and services are recognized locally and nationally. In 1974 Paul was voted “Outstanding AD of Kentucky” and “Outstanding AD of the Year” by NCSSAD. In 1980 the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association honored Paul with an award for outstanding service. The National Federation of State High School Athletic Associations presented Paul a Citation for Leadership in 1978. In 1982 he was again voted AD of the Year by the National High School Athletic Coaches Association. Paul’s service and dedication to local and state high school athletics have been recognized by four mayors of Louisville, two Kentucky Governors, the County Judge, the Mayor of Frankfort and the Louisville Jaycees.
Michael G. Zimmerer '66
MIKE ZIMMERER
1962-1966
Inducted in 2012
- Earned three varsity letters in golf and in that time, the Tigers complied a 72-4 record in matches, including an undefeated season in 1965.
- Winner of two KHSAA state golf team titles and an individual championship in 1966, when he served as team captain.
- One of only two golfers in Tiger history to win the L.I.T. (now known as the K.I.T), a regional championship and a KHSAA state championship.
- Qualified for the U.S. Junior Amateur in 1966 and attended Xavier University on a golf scholarship.