Raymond Muetzel
Central Teacher, Coach & Athletic Equipment Manager

Mr. Muetzel graduated from Mankato H.S. in 1954 where he earned varsity letters in football, basketball and track. He graduated from Mankato State University in 1958 with a degree in Physics and Mathematics. He received a National Science Foundation grant from the Univ. of Minnesota and finished his Master Degree at the Univ. of Saint Thomas. In 1958, he was honored and humbled to be offered a teaching position at St. Paul Central H.S. which at the time, was one of the most prestigious high schools in the Midwest. In 1963 he accepted the positions of Central’s Athletic Equipment Manager and Boys’ Golf Coach. A few years later Girls’ Golf was added and he continued both positions for the next 33 years. Through the years, Mr. Muetzel was very fortunate to work with many talented individuals, both colleagues and students. He felt working with the young people who participated in golf was indeed a rewarding experience. Although some of the participants had never played the sport, through their dedication and hard work, both the girls and boys teams experienced successes, winning four City Conference
Championships. Numerous players participated in the state golf tournament. As Equipment Manager, he had the opportunity to properly equip all of Central’s coaches and athletes before a game was played. In completing his thirty eight years of service to Central in 1996, Mr. Muetzel felt privileged to have had the opportunity to work at a school with many traditions and an outstanding history.

Inducted September 23, 2008

A 1968 graduate, Steve played three years on the varsity baseball team and was co-captain his senior year. He was also a prolific base stealer, never being thrown out during his high school career. He was a member of Central’s choir and co-chairman of Central’s first student diversity action club. Steve and his brother David led the Attucks-Brooks Post 606 American Legion team to two consecutive Minnesota state tournament titles in 1967 and 1968.

A Univ. of Minnesota graduate, Steve played one year of college baseball, then two years of professional softball for the Minn. Norseman. Steve continued to play Class A amateur baseball for 35 years and was inducted into Mancini’s All –Time Baseball Hall of Fame in 2004. Steve has coached at Oxford (Jimmy Lee) playground, working with both girls and boys in baseball, softball, football, and basketball. Steve is considered one of the top youth baseball clinicians in the Midwest. He has been a lead instructor in the Minnesota Twins RBI program and also a head coach for their 18 and under All-Star teams.

Steve presently works with youth and families through the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. He continues to serve as the Chairman of the David M. Winfield Student Athletic Scholarship Awards Program and is a highly respected Minnesota State High School League basketball official. Steve has been chosen to officiate at over 20 Minnesota State High School League Tournaments.

Inducted September, 2007

A 1984 graduate, Lori played three years of volleyball, basketball, and softball. She was selected team captain for those sports her senior year. Lori also participated two years in Central’s marching and pep bands. She was voted by her peers in Central's yearbook poll as "Most Athletic" and received the 1984 Central H.S. "C" Club's Outstanding Student Athlete Award.

Lori is a St. Catherine College graduate, with a B.A. degree in Elementary Education. She also earned a coaching certificate. While there, Lori played four years of varsity volleyball as a starting outside hitter and two years of varsity softball as a starting pitcher.

Lori has been an ECFE teacher for three years in Eveleth / Gilbert, Minnesota and a kindergarten teacher in Iowa and Superior, Wisconsin. She has coached volleyball for more than 15 years at all levels including club teams, elementary, high school and college. She was the head volleyball coach in Virginia, MN (1993-95).

Presently, Lori works as a substitute teacher in Superior, WI. and is in her third season as Assistant Volleyball Coach at the Univ. of Wisconsin-Superior. Lori has been married for 19 years and is the proud mother of three daughters that are volleyball players.

Inducted September, 2007

A 1949 Graduate, Jerry lettered four years in hockey and two years in baseball. Jerry captained the 1949 hockey team when Central upset a strong Johnson High School hockey team 2-1. In baseball, Jerry played on Central’s 1948 baseball team that won the Carleton College Class “L” championship. Jerry was named one of the top 15 CHS Athletes his senior year.

After leaving Central, Jerry attended Hamline University, played two years of Triple “A” amateur baseball and in 1950 was named to the Triple “A” All-Star team.

In 1950, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy. While stationed in Key West, Fla., Jerry was named to a Navy All-Star baseball team. After serving four years, with one year in Korean waters, Jerry was discharged and started college at the University of Minnesota in general engineering. While still in school, Jerry went to work for a consulting-engineering firm in St. Paul and in 1958 went to work for an architect-engineering firm. In 1961, Jerry went to work for a large mechanical contracting firm and worked there as an engineer-estimator, vice president and in 1983, was made a partner before retiring in 1991.

In 1955, Jerry began officiating high school football and enjoyed working at that level for ten years. He was president of the CHS “C” Club for two years, in 1970 and in 1990. He played 26 years of tournament handball and was master state consolation singles champion in 1976 and with his partner, was super master state doubles champion in 1991.

Inducted September, 2007

A 1950 graduate, Art was a member of three city championship swimming teams and was captain his senior year. At the city championships meet his junior year he won the 200-yard freestyle and was second in the 100-yard freestyle. As a senior, he was undefeated during dual meets and was the city champion in both events. During the spring season, he was an outfielder on the Minutemen baseball team. Art also competed in swimming at the Univ. of Minnesota.

After graduating from college, Art was hired as a teacher at Edina H.S. and was the school's first Swim Coach. His coaching career has lasted more than 50 years and has touched on 6 decades. To date his record includes over 450 wins, many conference and section championships, 7 state championships, 47 state champions, 21 state records, 49 All-Americans and 45 Academic All-Americans. He coached for the love of coaching and for the opportunity to be a positive influence in young people's lives.

He was a founder and President of the Minnesota Swimming Coaches Association, has been Minnesota’s delegate to the National Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association since 1980 and received its Outstanding Service and Excellence in Coaching Awards. Governor Tim Pawlenty declared April 22, 2006, as Art Downey Day in Minnesota, and the Art Downey Aquatic Center in Edina is named in his honor. Central is his 5th Hall of Fame induction.

Inducted September, 2007

A 1967 graduate, John began his high school career at Wilson High School prior to its merge into Central High School.  He lettered in Football and Track as a freshman.  He went on to earn an additional 8 letters in Football, Basketball, and Track while at Central H. S.  John received All-City honors in Football and Basketball as well as District and State rankings in the Discus.  He received the "C" Merit Award in 1965 and1966.  As a senior he was captain of the Football team and received the Alvin E. Herrmann Outstanding Student/ Athlete Award. 

John went on to Hamline University and graduated in 1971 majoring in Sociology and Anthropology.  While at Hamline he earned 8 letters in Football and Track.  He consistently ranked among the top Discus throwers in the MIAC.

After finishing his degree at Hamline University,  John pursued a career in the insurance industry. He coached youth soccer and Little League Baseball over a period of 10 years. During that time he also ran several marathons and triathlons.  John retired in May 2006 as a Senior Vice President of the Segal Company, an international consulting and actuarial firm.  John has been married to his wife, Cathy, for 34 years.  They have 2 grown children and 2 grandchildren.  They live in Scottsdale, Arizona.

A 1967 graduate, John began his high school career at Wilson High School prior to its merge into Central High School.  He lettered in Football and Track as a freshman.  He went on to earn an additional 8 letters in Football, Basketball, and Track while at Central H. S.  John received All-City honors in Football and Basketball as well as District and State rankings in the Discus.  He received the "C" Merit Award in 1965 and1966.  As a senior he was captain of the Football team and received the Alvin E. Herrmann Outstanding Student/ Athlete Award. 

John went on to Hamline University and graduated in 1971 majoring in Sociology and Anthropology.  While at Hamline he earned 8 letters in Football and Track.  He consistently ranked among the top Discus throwers in the MIAC.

After finishing his degree at Hamline University,  John pursued a career in the insurance industry. He coached youth soccer and Little League Baseball over a period of 10 years. During that time he also ran several marathons and triathlons.  John retired in May 2006 as a Senior Vice President of the Segal Company, an international consulting and actuarial firm.  John has been married to his wife, Cathy, for 34 years.  They have 2 grown children and 2 grandchildren.  They live in Scottsdale, Arizona.        

Inducted October 3, 2006

A 1955 graduate, Earle lettered in Football, Basketball, and Baseball.  He was a fullback and linebacker for Central's 1954 Conference and Twin City Championship team.  Earle led Central's 1955 Conference and Region Runner-up basketball team in scoring and rebounding.  He was also a two year starter for the baseball team.  Earle received Central's Alvin E. Herrmann Outstanding Student / Athlete Award in 1955. 

Earle graduated from Hamline University where he played basketball for four years. In 2004, he completed a successful 44 year career in sales.  Earle was selected twice as "Salesman of the Year" for King Koil and was LinTech's "National Salesman of the Year" in 1992.

Earle has served as a volunteer football coach for 29 years and a basketball coach for 42 years in the Harding area and has received numerous volunteer service awards for his efforts.

David Mark Winfield
Central Student Athlete
1966-1969

A 1969 graduate, Dave Winfield is considered to be one of the finest athletes to come out of the state of Minnesota. Although Dave is known for his exceptional baseball talent, he developed into a outstanding basketball force during his senior year at Central. He received All-City and All-State awards for both sports.

Dave accepted a scholarship to the University of Minnesota, where he posted a 19-4 career pitching mark and maintained a hitting average over 300. Dave was named to the 1973 All-American Baseball Team and was MVP of the NCAA Baseball Tournament the same year. He also played a key role for the 1972 Gopher Basketball team that won the Big Ten Title. Dave majored in Political Science at the University of Minnesota and received a honorary doctorate degree from Syracuse University.

Dave was drafted by five professional (2 Major League Baseball , NBA, ABA, NFL) teams. He went from college to the majors without a minor-league bus ride in between. He signed a baseball Gold Glove Winner and finally in his 14th season, he won a World Series ring. On September 16, 1993. Dave became the 19th player in Major League baseball history to reach the 3,000 hit mark.

In 1977 the Dave Winfield Foundation was established and has helped over a quarter of a million underprivileged children nation-wide. Scholarship awards are also given annually to local student athletes.

Inducted May 24, 1995

addendum: Dave was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001. See his Hall of Fame page

Ron Woodbury
Central Student Athlete
1965-1968

Marty O'Neill
Central Student Athlete
1926-1929

Jack Campbell
Central Student Athlete
1932-1935

Jack Rock
Central Student Athlete
1945-1949

Jeanne M. Arth
Central Student Athlete
1942-1952

Linda Marie Roberts
Central Student Athlete
1974-1977

Jean Tierney-Holt
Central Student Athlete
1976-1979

Don Simensen
Central Student Athlete
1941-1944

George Roscoe Sr.
Central Teacher/Coach/Athletic Director
1946-1958

Wilbur Rodgers
Central Student/Athlete
1943-1946

William E. (Bill) Martin
Central Teacher and Coach
1958-1983

Von Sheppard
Central Student Athlete
1980-1983

Dave West
Central Student Athlete
1951-1954

RITA BURCH
Central Student-Athlete
1975-1978

A 1978 graduate, Rita lettered in basketball, cheerleading, track & field at Central. A three-year starter for the girls basketball team, Rita played in three MN State basketball tournaments (State Champions in 1976). She was also a member of Central's 1977 Region 3, 880 Relay Championship Track Team. Rita received some noteworthy high school awards and honors: Central's Class of 1958 Alumni Scholarship, the St. Paul Urban League Scholarship, the 1978 David Winfield Outstanding Student/Athlete Scholarship Award and the Marquette University Athletic/Academic Scholarship.

In 1983, Rita received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism from Marquette University. She returned to St. Paul and was the co-founder of the Summit-University Girls Athletic Association. Miss Burch's career work experience includes the following: Associate Editor/Producer, Career Counselor, Job Coach and a Univ. of MN Academic professional staff member. She is currently employed by the City of Saint Paul as the Executive Assistant to Chief William K. Finney and is also a United Way of St. Paul Citizen Review Volunteer.

Inducted May 26, 1999

WARDELL WARREN
Central Student-Athlete
1971-1974

A 1974 graduate, Wardell lettered in football and wrestling at Central. He was a three time St. Paul Conference Wrestling Champion; a two-time District Champion and was chosen team's M.V.P. in 1973. Wardell received a full scholarship for wrestling to Concordia College in St. Paul. He was a four-time Conference Champion and a two-time National Wrestling Champion in 1976 & 1978. He graduated with a B.A. Degree in Social Science & History.

He currently works at Humboldt H.S. as an Attendance Liaison and is a 9th grade Football Coach/Asst. Track Coach. He has also coached wrestling the last 21 years at St. Paul Central H.S.

Inducted May 26, 1999

JOHN T. (JACK) MCCALLUM
Central Teacher, Coach & Athletic Director

Mr. McCallum started at St. Paul Central in 1922 as a Math/Science teacher& football/track coach. He coached two championship football teams in 1926& 1927 before becoming Central's Athletic Director in 1928 and he held that position for 29 years.

A 1912 Baldwin Academy H.S. graduate (in St. Cloud, MN), he was a student quarterback when football was played without helmets and pads. Jack graduated from Macalester College in 1916 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Math and Science. He earned eight varsity letters in football, basketball and baseball. Jack was selected the 1914 Tri-State College Quarterback (the best in North Dakota, South Dakota & Minnesota). He spent the next few years in the Army Air Corps during World War I.

Mr. McCallum started his coaching career at Macalester College as a Head Football Coach/Athletic Director in 1918 and was inducted into their Athletic Hall of Fame in 1980. He finished his 36 years of educational service in 1958. Mr. McCallum died in 1985, at the age of 92.

Inducted May 26, 1999

ALFRED "BUD" ERICKSEN
Central Student-Athlete
1957-1960

A 1960 graduate, Bud lettered in swimming and golf at Central. He earned city, region and state honors in both sports. Bud also served as team captain of both sports and received the 1960 Alvin Herrmann Outstanding Student/Athlete Award.

At the University of Minnesota, Bud was an All-American swimmer and a NCAA Finalist for three years. He was a NCAA Champion in 1963 and set two National Swim records. A 1964 graduate with a Civil Engineering Degree, he returned to coach the University of Minnesota swim team for 6 years after coaching age group swimmers for 13 years. He has coached swimmers to All-American and Olympic teams.

Mr. Ericksen started his own Structural Engineering Company in 1985 and has received numerous national design awards for his work. He is also the engineer of record for the 1980 Central High School renovation project.

Inducted May 26, 1999

A 1932 graduate, Bob Lewis lettered in football, basketball, and track. In his first year as a Minuteman, he started at halfback for Coach Franklyn Blume's City Champs. A true triple-threat player and an exciting open-field runner, Bob scored 4 touchdowns in one game as a freshman. As a senior, he was named to the All-City Team football team. Bob started at guard for Central's City Championship basketball team and helped take the squad to the State Tournament. In the All-City Track Meet, Bob scored in 4 events. He took 2nd in the 100-yard dash at the State H.S. Track Meet. Most of his times and distances would still win high school meets today.

At the University of Minnesota, Bob was a halfback on Bernie Bierman's 1934 and 1935 National Championship Teams. At only 150 pounds, he was the lightest but fastest man on the squad. While at the University of Minnesota, Bob played intramurals and served as President of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

After graduation, he pursued a successful career with Look and Family Circle magazines until his retirement in 1976. A fine golfer, he has two holes-in-one to his credit.

Inducted September 24, 2002

WILLIAM "BILLY P" PETERSON
Central Student-Athlete
1953-1957

Billy P lettered 8 times. Three in baseball, three in hockey, and twice in football. He was All-Conference in baseball and hockey and Honorable Mention in football. Billy still holds the City Conference record for field goal distance at 43 yards. After graduation he spent three years in
the Marine Corps. There he played inter-service baseball and basketball. Upon discharge from the Marine Corps. he attended the University of Minnesota (playing two years of baseball) and graduating in Recreational Leadership. In 1961 he began working for the Parks and Recreational
Department of the City of St. Paul and in 1997 retired after 36 years of service.

Billy was the Director of Oxford Playground for fifteen years and coached numerous championships in baseball, basketball and football and one championship in hockey (the only African-American hockey team in the United States). He also coached 3 American Legion Baseball State Championships with Cretin H.S. Two former players were Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Winfield (also a Central Hall Famer) and soon t be a Hall of Famer Paul Molitor. Billy has been a member of the National Umpire Staff for the Amateur Softball Association for twenty years. He has umpired in 2 World Tournaments, 5 National Tournaments and 6 NCAA College World Series. He has conducted umpire schools in every state, in 5 countries in Europe and also Aruba, Holland and Ireland. He also has Ben the Umpire-in-Chief for 54 National Tournaments and 3 International Special Olympics. More recent, Billy can be found every day in the summer as a volunteer in the Midway Little League Baseball program at Dunning Fields working with players, coaches and umpires.

Inducted September 24, 2002

TOM BARNES
Central Student-Athlete
1958-1961

A 1961 graduate, Tom Barnes was a three sport letter winner in Football, Basketball and Track. Tom quarterbacked the Minuteman to a City Conference Football championship and he also won the conference scoring title the same season, 1960. In the spring of 1961, Tom set a conference shot-put record, 55'8.5", which stood for over 25 years.

Tom, a University of Minnesota graduate, was captain of the Gopher Track team and was the Big Ten indoor and outdoor shot-put Champion in 1965. After college, Tom began officiating football. He worked in the Big Ten Conference from 1982-1985. He started officiating in The National Football League in 1986 and is still active. He has worked five Conference Championship games and was the line judge in Super Bowl XXVIII. Since 1973, Tom has owned and operated a Manufactures Rep Agency in the Sporting Goods Industry.

Inducted September 25, 2001

GWENDOLYN YVONNE CROWE-PETERSON
Central Student-Athlete
1973-1976

A 1976 graduate, Gwen is one of 6 siblings to graduate from Central. She was Captain in three sports, lettering twice in basketball, twice in volleyball and three times in cheerleading and was a member of Central's 1976 State Girl's Basketball Championship team. Gwen was Vice President of the Student Council and received a collegiate academic scholarship from the St. Paul Urban League. A graduate of Winona State University in Business Administration, Gwen was elected in Who's Who Among Students and also selected to the National Register of Outstanding Graduates in 1981. Gwen coached Central's Varsity Cheerleaders in 1990-1992. As founder of Summit University Girl's Athletic Association, she provided opportunities for girl's in competitive sports in basketball, volleyball and softball. In 1996 she was awarded the MLK Volunteer of the Year Award and in 1997 was the recipient of the National Girls and Women in Sports Day in Minnesota
Award.

Gwen umpired for the Amateur Softball Association from 1989-1999, with 3
National Tournaments, 3 International Special Olympics World Games and an
induction into the National Indicator Fraternity in 1999. Gwen is employed
by the St. Paul Division of Parks and Recreation as a Diversity Coordinator
and is completing her Masters Degree in Library Information Science from
the College of St. Catherine.

Inducted September 25, 2001

FLOYD SMALLER
Central Teacher & Coach
1976-2000

Mr. Smaller started at St. Paul Central H.S. in 1976 as a Physical Ed./Health Teacher and has coached football, basketball, track and field. During his coaching career at Central, Coach Smaller's football teams have won over 100 games and two City Conference Championships. His girls and boys track teams have won 21 Conference and 4 State Championships. For all of his efforts he was named several times "Coach of the Year" in Football and Track by the St. Paul City Conference Coaches. In 1995, Coach Smaller was inducted into the Minnesota State H.S. Coaches Hall of Fame. A 1955 Mechanic Arts graduate, Mr. Smaller was a three-sport All City
athlete. He played in Coach Frank O'Rourke's backfield for two years and led his team in scoring in his senior year (the Trainers would finish second in the conference to Central both years). His basketball teams would tie Central for the City title in his junior year and finish the conference season undefeated in his senior year (the first time since 1930 for M.A.) His three year prep track career saw him win City and State medals in the discus and long jump.

Upon graduation from the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff where he achieved All Conference honors for football and track, Mr. Smaller received two offers to play professional football from the New York Giants and the Houston Oilers. But he also had several teaching and coaching jobs
offered, too. After much thought, he started his teaching and coaching career at Chicot H.S. in Dermott, Arkansas. Coach Smaller returned to St. Paul in 1969, working two years at Wilson Jr. H.S. before accepting a teaching and coaching position at Mechanic Arts. Mr. Smaller has matched
his education career with being a great community organizer in both the St. Paul and Minneapolis communities.

After numerous honors Coach Smaller has received during his 35 years of teaching and coaching, the biggest "thank you" comes from the many student athletes he has personally encouraged to attend college on full or partial scholarships.

Inducted May 24, 2001

TOMMY BOLDT
Central Student-Athlete
1961-1964

A 1964 graduate, Tom Boldt was a three-sport athlete for the Minuteman. He was a standout football running back. leading Central in conference scoring his senior year. A big highlight for that season: Tom opened the second half of the Murray game with an 85 yard kick-off return to break open a close game. On the baseball diamond, he pitched three no-hitters for Central during the 1963 and 1964 seasons. He was named to the All-City and the 1964 Minnesota All-State Baseball Teams. Tom also played on the varsity hockey team. In 1963 he received Central's Student Athlete Merit Award.

Tommy graduated from Mankato State College, receiving his B.A. in Recreation Administration and Sociology. For the past 14 years, he has been employed in the installation of fire protection systems.

Inducted May 24, 2000

Clyde attended Tuskegee Institute in Alabama on a football scholarship. He led his football conference as a freshman in average yards per carry (6.5 yards).

Mr. Thomas was employed by the St. Paul Fire Department for more than ten years. For the past four years he's been employed by Northwest Airlines in technical operations.

Inducted May 24, 2000

BOB BLAKELY, JR
Central Student-Athlete
1975-1978

DANA "BUMPER" WATTS
Central Student-Athlete
1976-1979

A 1979 graduate, Dana helped bring state championships to Central in two sports she played. As one of Coach Lou Kanavati's guards, her teams posted an impressive 38-6 conference record during her three years of varsity play. As a sophomore, her Central team won the City Conference and the Regional Basketball titles, then finished the season with a trip to the State Tournament winning the Consolation Trophy. As a junior, Central once again qualified for the AA State Basketball Tournament, improving by two places from the previous year in team results, finishing third. Her senior year, Dana led her team in conference scoring and again qualified her state. Central would once again improve by two places; her team finished on top by capturing the State Championship, defeating Northfield 55-46. Dana would once again be named to the All-City and All-State squads. Her track career saw her win both individual and team championships. In the state meet as a sophomore, she would finish sixth in the 400 meters and be part of the State Champions 4X100 meter relay. The following year she would win the state 400 meter run, finish second in the 200 meters and, with Delores Hawkins, Georgia Ulmer and Kim watts, set a state record in the 4X100 meter relays. The record still stands today!

Dana attended Rhema Bible Training Center where she participated in the youth ministry outreach program. She also assisted with boys and girls basketball camps. Currently, Mr. Watts is an employee of Abbot Northwestern Hospital.

Inducted May 24, 2000

BILL BEVAN
Central Student-Athlete
1928-1931

A 1931 graduate, Bill would letter in baseball as a sophomore and junior. His team would tie with Mechanic Arts for the conference crown each year. When Bill was a senior, baseball was dropped as a competitive sport due to the depression. Bill also played both offense and defense for the Central football team. Bill was known as a tough competitor, who refused to wear a helmet! Central would win the City Conference in football when Bill was a junior and tie with Mechanic Arts for the title as a senior. Bill would lead the conference in scoring as a senior, for scoring rushing and receiving touchdowns. In his last game played, he would score Central's lone touchdown and extra point as the Minutemen would the Mechanic Arts 7-7. He was named twice to the All-City football team.

Bill attended the University of Minnesota and was selected to the All Big-Ten Football Team. After college he moved out of the state of Minnesota and became a firefighter.

Inducted May 24, 2000

LISA LISSIMORE
Central Student-Athlete
1975-1978

A 1978 graduate, Lisa Lissimore played in three MN State basketball tournaments (State Champions in 1976). She was selected twice to the Minnesota All-State basketball team. Lisa received a basketball scholarship to Grand View College in Iowa and was captain of the women's
basketball team for two years. Following her college career, Lisa returned home and became part of the St. Thomas Univ. women's basketball coaching staff for four years. She even coached Central's 9th grade girls' basketball team in 1983.

Ms. Lissimore's most noteworthy awards & honors are: the 1978 Central H.S. Emma Ryan Athletic and Academic Award; finalist for the 1983 David Winfield Student Athlete Award; named "Most Valuable Player" in 1983 by the MN Women's Amateur Basketball Conference; and she was profiled in "Heroes: Growing up Strong and Female," a documentary produced in 1983 by KARE-11
TV. Ms. Lissimore is currently an Associate Director of the MN State H.S. League with administrative responsibilities for the softball, swimming and diving, cross country running and Nordic skiing tournaments. Lisa is also known for outstanding community service.

Inducted May 24, 1995

A 1980 graduate, Stacy Robinson was a three sport letter winner in football, basketball and track. Stacy received numerous awards throughout his high school career including: All-Conference & All-State honors in football, two consecutive years on the All-Conference basketball team, and finished his career at Central by capturing State titles in the 100 & 200 meter dashes at the State H.S. Track Meet.

Stacy went on to play wide receiver for North Dakota State University where he was named to All-Conference and All-American teams. He was also very successful on the track team, winning five conference sprint titles. Stacy graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. He played in the annual Senior Bowl and was the All-Star game's Most Valuable Player.

Stacy was the 46th player chosen in the NFL's annual draft by the New York Giants. He became a starter during his second season with the Giants and went on to secure numerous awards as a professional. His ultimate accomplishment came when the Giants won their first Super Bowl in 1987,
then repeated this spectacular feat in 1991. Mr. Robinson ended his football career on top and also completed his Master's Degree in Business before the crowd noise subsided. Mr. Robinson is currently the Director of Multicultural Student Services at the Minneapolis Community College.

Inducted May 24, 1995

Delene was a three year letter winner in volleyball, basketball, track and cheerleading. She was captain of the cheerleading squad for three years and volleyball team for one year. As a member of Central's 1977 & 1978 State Track Championship teams, her individual accomplishments included: City Conference first place finishes in the 100 meter hurdles & long jump events, and two second place finishes in both events at the 1978 Minn. State Track Meet, plus a member of the 1978 state record 4X100 meter relay team.

Delene attended Golden Valley Lutheran Junior College for two years where she was an All American hurdler and long jumper Delene was also a member of the 4X100 & 4X200 meter relay teams. She transferred to Utah State University and was named to the Athlete's International team.
Mrs. Sanders is currently employed with Genesis II for Women Inc. as a Parent Educator and since 1984 she has been an assistant track & field coach at Central. In 1992 Delene was selected as the City Conference Girls Track Coach of the year.

Inducted May 24, 1996

JAKE ERLICH
1940-1943

A 1943 graduate, Jake lettered in hockey as a defenseman and played on the baseball team as an infielder. He also served as student manager for Central's football team. In addition, Jake worked as the stadium scoreboard operator for three years. Following graduation he played amateur baseball and hockey. Jake later coached a senior men's city hockey team.

Jake Joined the U.S. army medical corps during WWII and served 20 months in England. After the war, he was active in Jewish war veterans, serving as a quartermaster for Post 354. Jake had a productive 28 year career selling home improvement products (roofing, siding, doors, and windows), but he always found time to umpire high school, amateur and semi-pro baseball. Jake also refereed amateur hockey for 12 years and was a member of the "old timers" Hockey Association and held the position of secretary.

Jake has served the "C" Club for nearly fifty years in a variety of capacities, including Club President, Banquet Chairman and Club Historian.

INDUCTED SEPTEMBER 28, 2004

Gary Ales
Class of 1958

Gary lettered in football and baseball. He played on the 1957 Football Conference Champion team and was All City, leading rusher, passer and scorer. All State Recognition and the WCCO All State team. A baseball outfielder and pitcher, with most wins, most strikeouts, 2nd Team All Conference. Homecoming King. At the University of St. Thomas, FB, a four year starter and letter winner. A handball state champion, squash racquets state champion, speed skating city champion. Gary coached a semi-pro football team, the cardinals for five years and five championships and was an assistant coach for the university of St. Thomas for 4 years.
Gary taught Psychology at Johnson HS for 23 years and coached football, a championship gymnastics team and boys and girls track. As a councilor for 14 years at Humbolt Jr/Sr High he coached boys and girls soccer, boys tennis and boys and girls cross country. As a master teacher at the minnesota institute for talented youth teaching psychology he took his students on canoeing and backpacking trips to the boundary waters canoe area.
He was selected Teacher of the year, St. Paul Rotary, was a KARE 11 “Eleven Who Care” Award winner for leadership and community service and received the Thomas Jefferson Award, a national leadership and service award and voted coach of the year, St. Paul coaches.
He was founder and advisor of the Friendship club teaching leadership, learning and service to the community. The Friendship club serves the mental challenged, mentally ill, senior citizens, poor and disadvantaged and cleaned parks, rivers, schools and neighborhoods. Commended by three governors and four mayors for leadership and service to the community.
Married to Jean Allen, a Central graduate. Father of four children, Bridget (Pete), Christopher (Diane), Sheila (Bill), and Kevin. Grandchildren, Kip (Peter) and Sigrid Ann.

INDUCTED SEPTEMBER 30, 2003

Melvin Thomas Henderson
Central Student-Athlete
Class of 1962

A 1962 graduate, Melvin Henderson lettered in football and track. Melvin, an All-City running back, led his team in rushing for two years. As a Varsity track sprinter, Melvin was a conference record holder in the 440,880 and a member of the spring medley relay team. He received All State Honors and was named a High School All American

Melvin accepted a full Athletic Scholarship to the University of Minnesota where he played on the football and track team.

Mr. Henderson has been a Minnesota State University Professor for 25 years Human Service Dept, Chair person for 17 years a licensed for independent social worker/ social services consultant for 18 years and has received numerous teaching awards, "C" Club person in 1992.

INDUCTED MAY 29, 1996

Teresa Tierney Mauer
Central Student/Athlete
Class of 1976

A 1976 graduate, Teresa Tierney was a three year lettered winner in volleyball, basketball, and track. she was a Co-Captain of centra's first MINN. State H.S Girls basketball championship team in 1976. Teresa recieved the "C" Club oustanding student/Athlete award three straight years.

Teresa graduated from St. Catherine college with a B.A degree in Physical Education and coaching certification. She was a member of St. Catherine's 1977 and 1978 volleyball and the 1978 basketball championship team. Teresa is currently office manager of St. Patricks guild in St.Paul. She also enjoys coaching basketball, volleyball, and baseball.

Inducted May 28,1997

Bob Glassman
Central Student-Athlete
Class of 1961

A 1961 graduate, Bob earn nine letters- three in football as a lineman; as a defensemen in hockey, two in track, where he was a shot putter, and one as a pitcher in baseball. He received All City Conference Honor in football and hockey. He also served as a team captain of both sports. Central was City Conference champs in football and 2nd place in hockey Bob's Senior year.

Bob continued his Athletic career in college and was a conference football player in addition two lettering four times. he also lettered three times in hockey. Bob again was selected team captain of both sports. Bob graduated from Bemidji State University with the B.S. and Masters degree in health and Physical ED, and was inducted into Bemidji State University Athletic Hall of Fame in 1996.

Bob began his teaching career in 1965, and was a Varsity Assistant coach in football, wrestling and track before a head wrestling coach. He started a High School Hockey program in Jamesville, Wisconsin and Wilmar, Minnesota and serving as a head coach at both school. The last 15 years of Bob's career he was Wilmar Athletic director and served as a representative on numerous committee. He was selected region AA Athletic Director of the year for 1994.

INDUCTED September 28, 2004

A 1967 graduate, James Hill lettered in basketball and track. He earned All-City and All States Honor as well as named to the All-State 1967 tournament team.

He average twenty-two points per game his Senior year. Also in 1967, James average thirty-one points per game in the Minnesota High School basketball tournament. He also holds the Minnesota State High School Basketball record for most Free Throws attempted.

James played for Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas.

After College, he played for the Pillsbury Kings in the National Amateur Basketball Association Basketball Tourney. The Pillsbury Kings Were Tourney Champions in 1974 and runner-up in 1975 and appears in the September 1975 issues of the Ebony magazine.

James currently resides in St. Paul.

INDUCTED SEPTEMBER 27, 2005

Tracy Schlukebier- Gilles
Central Studen