Edward “Ed” Beard
Ed Beard defines what it means to be a competitor. While he made a name for himself on the football field, those who witnessed his remarkable feat at the 1957 Virginia State High School Wrestling Tournament can attest to his…
Chuck Boone
A true sportsman in every sense, Chuck Boone made a name for himself as a player, coach, and administrator throughout an athletic career that lasted more than forty years. The University of Richmond would prove to be home to the…
Larry Brooks
Larry Brooks is a native of Prince George, Virginia and attended Prince George High School. In 1967, he was selected as an All-Central District choice as a defensive end. Brooks furthered his education and attended Virginia State University, where he…
Roger Brown
Roger Brown was born in Surry County and grew up in Newport News, Virginia. He attended Maryland State (now University of Maryland, Eastern Shore) where he earned N.A.I.A. All-American honors while being selected by the NFL Detroit Lions. Brown was…
Joe Palumbo
Joseph C. Palumbo ranks beside Bullet Bill Dudley when naming the all time greats at the University of Virginia. He is considered the best defensive guard ever to wear a Cavalier uniform. During Palumbo’s three varsity years, Virginia won 23…
Clarence “Ace” Parker
Clarence “Ace” Parker was truly one of the gridiron greats of all time. He played offense and defense when specialists were unheard of. Parker played for Duke University from 1932-36, quarterbacking the team to three successful seasons. He proved to…