6 Results for tag: 1991

Biber, Pat

    PAT BIBERInducted May 2, 1991 In his earlier years, Whittier Junior High, Pat Biber was of lean and modest stature. However, biological changes suddenly triggered such rapid growth that Pat was skyrocketing at the rate of three to four inches annually and his knees protested so violently that he was ... More

Worden, Dirk

Dirk Worden – (1991)   DIRK WORDEN During the long and illustrious coaching career of W. Woody Hayes at Ohio State University, there was no greater honor than to be captain or the most valuable player of one of Woody's teams. Thus, it was that twin distinction that was bestowed upon Clearview High ... More

Paysor, Richard

Richard Paysor – (1991)   RICHARD PAYSOR Dick Paysor, one of the most popular and talented fast-pitch softball managers in Ohio during the sport's heyday during the 1950s and early 1960s, came from a strong athletic background. With old Highland Park (now Central) located near his home to serve as his ... More

Laskay, Joseph

Joseph Laskay – (1991)   JOSEPH LASKAY In the days of his youth, towhead Jay Laskay was usually spotted in Oakwood Park or some recreational area with his buddies Albie Reisz, Stan Pincura and Kernie Kohlmyer in some kind of athletic endeavor. He was a standout both for his skills and his flaxen ... More

Kosman, Anthony

Anthony Kosman – (1991)   ANTHONY KOSMAN Founder of the Lorain Glass Company, Tony Kosman was the "Granddaddy" of all team sponsors in the Lorain sports scene. Beginning in the 1930's, under the Lorain Glass banner, he backed more teams, in more leagues, in more years than any other indivi... More

Chonko, Ernie

  Ernie Chonko – (1991)   ERNIE CHONKA Affectionately dubbed the "Clown Prince" by his teammates, Ernie Chonka had a love for sports and a zest for life. It was his relish of the "Good Times" that shortened his athletic career and ended his life. Baseball was Ernie's first love and he began his ... More