AACC Athletics Hall of Fame
Purpose
To give lasting recognition to those individuals (student-athletes, coaches, staff, faculty) and teams who have made exceptional contributions to the achievements and prestige of Anne Arundel Community College in the field of athletics, and who have continued to demonstrate in their lives the values imparted by intercollegiate athletics. PRIDE (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Development, Excellence)
Committee
Athletic Director (Chair), Assistant Athletic Director/SID (max of 2), Faculty Representative, SAAC Representative, Athletic Staff (max of 2 additional), Two Head Coaches, Non-athletic staff representative (max of 2), HOF inductees as necessary. All positions appointment and approved by the chair.
Cycle
Reviewed annually. Each nominee will be considered for up to five (5) years if not selected. Following the fifth year, the candidate must be nominated again. Inductions as deemed necessary.
Hall of Fame Criteria
Separation
- Student-Athlete: Separated from the school 5+ years ago w/high academic standing
- Coach/Staff/Faculty: Retired/departed institution 5+ years
- Team: Separated from the school 5+ years
Athletic Achievement
- Competed for at least one complete season
- Overall performance in sport (not one performance)
- Earned postseason recognition from conference, region or national office
- Performed at a level of athletic excellence which meets the standards set by the committee
- Teams must have finished the season in third place or higher.
Other Achievement
- Athletic achievement is most important, but character and good citizenship during both attendance and upon transfer/completion will be taken into consideration
- Exhibited character and integrity through his/her success and outstanding contribution to varsity athletics at AACC
- Significant contributions to the community at large while at AACC or since departing AACC may also be a factor in selection
- Good sportsmanship and leadership skills while a student-athlete
- Serve with distinction
- Pre- and Post-institution achievements can factor in as long as they fall within the sphere of athletic achievement and bear some connection of the nominee’s athletic career at AACC
- Exhibited tremendous service to AACC athletics and/or student-athletes.
Submission Guidelines
- Nomination must be typed or legibly printed
- Form must not extend past 2 pages
AACC Hall of Fame Members
Inducted | Name | Status | |
2016 | Clayton "Bud" Beardmore | Athletic Director and Coach | |
2015 | Bruce Springer | Professor, Coach, Coordinator of Athletics, 1967-2013 | |
2013 | 2003 Softball Team, and Coaches | National Champions, 2003 | |
2012 | C. Alan Pastrana | Professor and Coach, 1972-2012 | |
2011 | 1998 Men's Lacrosse Team, and Coaches | National Champions, 1998 | |
2010 | Carol L. Taylor | Professor, Coach, Department Chair,1978-2005 | |
2010 | Linda Millford Taylor | Student-athlete, 1987-1988 | |
2009 | Jim Davidson | Student-athlete, 1970-1972 | |
2009 | Don Ross | Professor and Coach, 1970-1979 | |
2008 | Christina Napora | Student-athlete, 1995-1997 | |
2008 | Majorie Schaller | Professor and Coach, 1964-1984 | |
1997 | Charles "Skip" Brown | Professor, Coach, Division Chair, 1968-1988 | |
1997 | Mary Beck | Student-athlete, 1981-1983 | |
1997 | Ralph Spry | Student-athlete, 1981-1983 | |
1994 | Chuck Markiewicz | Student-athlete, 1973-1975 | |
1994 | Amy Williams | Student-athlete, 1979-1982 | |
1994 | Mike Ballas | Professor and Coach, 1967-1997 | |
1994 | Dr. Thomas E. Florestano | College President, 1979-1994 | |
1991 | Linda Phibbons Kilpatrick | Student-athlete, 1971-1973 | |
1991 | Betty J. Hallmark | Professor and Coach,1971-1991 | |
1991 | Craig Wilson | Student-athlete, 1982-1984 | |
1990 | Jeffrey W. Herrick | Student-athlete, 1973-1975 | |
1990 | Dr. John S. Laycock | Charter Member, Athletic Director and Physical Education Department Chair, 1961-1986 |