The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame (UMSHoF) today announced its 47th Annual Induction Banquet will be held Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Jungle Island in downtown Miami.
Headlining the group are two-time Olympic medalist Lauryn Williams as well as football stars Jonathan Vilma, Kevin Patrick, Rusty Medearis, Winston Moss and the late Sean Taylor. Rounding out the class are College Baseball Hall of Fame member Alex Fernandez, NCAA Champion diver Chris Mantilla, basketball star Kym Hope and former football assistant coach Rob Chudzinski.
“This is an impressive class that reflects the highest level of athletic talent representative of The U,” said K.C. Jones, president of the UMSHoF and member of the 2008 class. “We look forward to introducing this outstanding class to Hurricanes fans at our induction ceremony at Jungle Island.”
Tickets to the banquet are $100 for individuals or a table of 10 for $1000. SUPER Tables of 10 are available for $1500. New this year, a SUPER Table for $1750 that includes a half page advertisement in the banquet programs. For other pricing for ads in the program, contact UMSHoF Executive Director John Routh at 305-284-2775, or go to UMSportsHallofFame.com for more information.
The UMSHoF was founded in 1966 by eight Dade County Circuit Court judges, all Miami alumni, who wanted to establish an organization that would recognize those student-athletes, coaches and administrators who excelled at their sport and brought acclaim to the university through their achievements and championships. The Hall is open free to the public weekdays from 12-5 PM.
UMSHoF Class of 2015
Rob Chudzinski Football Coach 1996-2003
Beginning as tight ends coach in 1996 and extending through his time as offensive coordinator starting in 2001, Chudzinski had the coaching ability for developing outstanding talent, including All-American TEs Bubba Franks, Jeremy Shockey and Kellen Winslow Jr. His offensive schemes set UM records for most points (527), total yards (6,074) and rushing touchdowns (33) during the 2001 National Championship season. During his time at The U, six Canes on the offensive side garnered All-America honors and national awards, including the Outland Trophy (Bryant McKinnie), Rimington Trophy (Brett Romberg) and the Maxwell Award (Ken Dorsey). As a player, Rob helped win two National Championships (1987 and 1989), was tapped into Iron Arrow, and won the school's first football NCAA Post Graduate Scholarship.
Alex Fernandez Baseball 1989
Alex had arguably the greatest pitching season in school history when he went 15-2 with a 2.01 earned run average, while striking out 177 batters in 147 innings, all while being named a Freshman All-American and First Team All-American byBaseball America Magazine. He pitched a no-hitter against Maine in a 2-0 decision, allowing just one walk while striking out 13. In the East Regional in Gainesville, he was named to the all-tournament team after eliminating the Gators with a complete game while giving up just one run, and he batted .375 for the series. Ron Fraser's team would advance to the College World Series, giving Alex another stage on which to be seen by the baseball world. He left Miami for Miami-Dade College and won the Dick Howser Award as the best player in college baseball in 1990. A member of the Florida Marlins’ 1997 World Series Champions team, Fernandez was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame last year.
Kym Hope Women's Basketball 1995-1999
One of the finest all-around players in UM history, Kym was a two-time First Team All-BIG EAST selection (1997-98, 98-99). She ranks in the top 10 in categories ranging from career scoring (1,462 pts.), career free throw percentage (.741), career field goal percentage (.526, #2 all-time) career rebounds (888, #4 all-time) and career blocked shots (164, #2 all-time). Kym was named the BIG EAST Most Improved Player in 1997-98, when she led the conference in rebounding. Playing alongside UMSHoF members Octavia Blue and Desma Thomas Bateast during her career, Kym helped to lead the Canes in post-season play in her junior and senior years.
Chris Mantilla Diving 1995-1998
An 11-time All-American, Chris won the 3-meter title at the 1996 NCAA Championships, finishing second in the 1-meter springboard and third in the 10-meter platform, as he teamed with UMSHoF members Bryan Gillooly and Tyce Routson to sweep the top three spots in all three diving events at the meet. He was the 1996 BIG EAST Conference champion in the 1-meter and 3-meter events. As a freshman in 1995, he was an All-American in the 1-meter and platform categories, then for the next three years (1996, 1997 and 1998), he garnered All-American status in the 1-meter, 3-meter and platform.
Rusty Medearis Football 1990-1992, 1994
The heart and soul of a dominant defense that led Miami to the National Championship in 1991, Medearis may be best remembered for his inspiring recovery from a devastating injury in 1992 to return to the field in 1994. Named a Freshman All-American with 10 sacks in 1990 - just behind team leader Outland Trophy winner Russell Maryland's 101/2 sacks - Rusty came back with 10 sacks and was named All-BIG EAST in 1991. His 22 sacks in just over two full seasons are still seventh all-time in school history. He was injured in the third game of the 1992 season but showed determination and hard will to make it back to the Orange Bowl stage. In his first career start against Texas Tech as a freshman in 1990, he showed his potential by recording 5 1/2 sacks, 9 solo tackles and 12 total tackles.
Winston Moss Football 1983-1986
A quiet leader both on and off the field, Winston teamed with UMSHoF member George Mira Jr., Jerome Brown, Dan Stubbs and Bennie Blades, among others, to lead the Hurricanes to an undefeated season and a spot in the National Championship game. In 1986, despite missing two games, Moss was fourth in total tackles (87), but second in solo tackles (60), just one behind Mira for the team lead, including eight unassisted tackles in the Canes 23-15 victory over Florida. He was second in tackles for loss (7). A member of the 1983 National Championship team, Winston went on to a 10-year NFL career and is currently the associate head coach of the Green Bay Packers.
Kevin Patrick Football 1990-1993
A First Team All American in 1993 by both the Associated Press and Kodak, Patrick was named the BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year as a senior and was a two-time All-BIG EAST first team selection (1992-93). The defensive end teamed with Rusty Medearis to wreak havoc for opponents with their aggressive and relentless defensive line play. He ended his career with 23 sacks, good for fifth all-time in school history. He is currently the defensive line coach at the University of North Texas.
Sean Taylor Football 2001-2003
A consensus First Team All American in 2003 and finalist for the Thorpe Award as the nation's best safety, Sean was the 2003 BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Year. That year, he tied the school record with 10 interceptions that he returned for 184 yards, the second-most yards in a season in school history. He ranks second in career interceptions returned for touchdowns (three), second in career interception return yards (306), and fifth in total interceptions (14). A member of the 2001 National Championship team, Taylor had interceptions in four consecutive games in 2003, the second-longest streak in Canes history. Sadly, Sean Taylor passed away in 2007 and will be inducted posthumously.
Jonathan Vilma Football 2000-2003
Named an All-American in 2003 by the American Football Coaches Association and the Walter Camp Foundation, Vilma was the man in the middle for the Canes defense that played for two National Championships. He led the Canes in total tackles in 2001, 2002 and 2003, and his 377 career tackles totals seventh best all-time, fourth-best for a middle linebacker, behind only UMSHoF members George Mira Jr., Micheal Barrow and Ray Lewis. Jonathan, a two-time Academic All American and three-time All-BIG EAST Academic team, was named the 2003 recipient of the Walter Kichefski Endowed Football Scholarship, given annually by the UMSHoF to the player who best demonstrates respect of fellow man, loyalty, dedication, sacrifice, motivation and inspiration, qualities that Kichefski possessed in his nearly 60 years at Miami as a player, coach and administrator.
Lauryn Williams Track & Field 2001-2004
One of the most decorated track athletes in Miami history, Lauryn was a nine-time All American and won the 100-meter dash at the 2004 NCAA Championships. She was All American in the 60-meter dash (2002, 2003, 2004) the 100-meter dash (2002, 2003, 2004) the 4x100 meter relay (2003, 2004) and the 200-meter indoors (2004). She was named the 2002 BIG EAST Indoor Track Athlete of the Year, the 2004 BIG EAST Outdoor Track Athlete of the Year, and was a 11-time BIG EAST Champion. She left Miami holding seven school records. Lauryn captured the silver medal in the 100-meter dash at the 2004 Olympics in Athens, then won a gold medal as a member of the U.S. team that won the 4x100-meter relay in London. Williams became the first American women to capture medals in both the Summer and Winter Olympics when she captured silver in the two-women bobsled at the 2014 Olympics in Sochi.
With the addition of the Class of 2015, the UMSHoF will have 292 members.
| 2015 UM SPORTS HALL OF FAME CLASS INDUCTEES | ||
| PLAYER | SPORT | YEARS |
| Rob Chudzinski | Football | 1996-2003 |
| Alex Fernandez | Baseball | 1989 |
| Kym Hope | Basketball | 1995-1999 |
| Chris Mantilla | Diving | 1995-1998 |
| Rusty Medearis | Football | 1990-1992, 1994 |
| Winston Moss | Football | 1983-1986 |
| Kevin Patrick | Football | 1990-1993 |
| Sean Taylor | Football | 2001-2003 |
| Jonathan Vilma | Football | 2000-2003 |
| Lauryn Williams | Track & Field | 2001-2004 |
Live and about sorry hard typing on the old cell phone.
Respectfully VA Cane
Posted by: VA Cane | February 12, 2015 at 12:50 PM
Its very possible someone like Patrick or maybe even Brown werent considered because they will want to be more aggressive..jmo
Posted by: UMike | February 12, 2015 at 12:36 PM
VOILA!!!!!!!!!!!
I mentioned the same notion ( aggressive, attacking, control-mode of playing DL. ) on a couple of other Hurricane football blogs and PREDICTED that Coach Patrick wouldn't take two steps on Miami's practice field!!!!!!!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 12:51 PM
raize...I agree...Im trying not to criticize the hire....Ive been well behaved today I think lol
Posted by: UMike | February 12, 2015 at 12:53 PM
Posted by: raizecane | February 12, 2015 at 12:48 PM
Lol
Mel had ALL WORLD talent with the Bucs and still got fired lol don't worry his extensive resume will change again beginning 2016
Posted by: Sinistercane | February 12, 2015 at 12:55 PM
DE/DT haul past 2 years is pretty good
Thomas, Jackson, Patchan, Moten, McIntosh, Hertelou, Wyche, Jenkins, Norton, Fines, Willis
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 12:55 PM
raize...I agree...Im trying not to criticize the hire....Ive been well behaved today I think lol
Posted by: UMike | February 12, 2015 at 12:53 PM
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I think the most important hire is yet to come. That will take place when UM gets a new Prez.
Posted by: raizecane | February 12, 2015 at 12:56 PM
UNC...you're a NE fan, what was the D-Line like in 2000 & 2001?
Posted by: CaneRock | February 12, 2015 at 12:56 PM
Honestly, all the stress and pressure would subside if one AlPa started doing all the things he said he was going to do....mainly win. See its really all I want, thats all I care about. Fancy unis, swag, processes and folders, stars.....all those things may be nice for some. Man I develop student athletes...many go to HS FB....a good number to CFB,....and some to NFL....but they make grades....and win regularly.....ULTIMATE SUCCESS!
That's all I want.
Posted by: VA Cane | February 12, 2015 at 12:57 PM
I like the new DL coach hire. No need to experiment by trying someone new in Kareem Brown or someone unfamiliar in Kevin Patrick when an experienced assistant is available. They have never coached in the NFL and may not be familiar with Golden's system. Brown can learn from working with an experienced coach, and Golden gets the benefit of the respective talents of both coaches.
He coached with Belicheck, Schiano and several other coaches that I respect. He has 30 years coaching experience. It is Golden's decision, and experience and chemistry in coaching is important. Golden knows that he cannot fail this year on the field or on the recruiting trail. He needs success on both. This is the best decision for Golden and the team going into the 2015 season.
Posted by: BigWindyCane1 | February 12, 2015 at 12:57 PM
How in the world do you know either of those statements to be true?
You don't. Plain and simple.
You don't know if he can recruit and you don't know if after meeting, will relate to the current players.
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 12:38 PM
Well I do know that one Anthony Chickillo CAMPAIGNED publicly for one Kevin Patrick and I'm guessing that OVER SIXTY PERCENT of the returning Cane defensive line personnel WANTED Coach Patrick to coach them!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 12:59 PM
Canes Warning @CanesWarningFS · 15h 15 hours ago
#Swag16 DT commit RT“@A_Vasquez17: Keyshon Camp is now a 4 star on 247 too”
there are a number of players currently committed in the 16 class that will get bumped up as well
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 12:59 PM
Here comes THE ALL CAPS proclaiming I'm "giddy" with the hire.
I'll offer again to never post here again if he shows me where that happened, like I did when he insisted I post all over town.
Lol.
So full of themselves and their hyperbolic manifestos they're too dumb to understand a measured response.
Anything not teeming with hate is treated like a total endorsement.
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 01:03 PM
30... yea a few more will get that 4th star soon enough, especially after the camps and 7 on 7's
Posted by: UMike | February 12, 2015 at 01:03 PM
I like the new DL coach hire. No need to experiment by trying someone new in Kareem Brown or someone unfamiliar in Kevin Patrick when an experienced assistant is available. They have never coached in the NFL and may not be familiar with Golden's system. Brown can learn from working with an experienced coach, and Golden gets the benefit of the respective talents of both coaches.
Posted by: BigWindyCane1 | February 12, 2015 at 12:57 PM
My bad but you CONTRADICT yourself! Because Kevin Beard absolutely has no major college level experience and has never coached in the NFL, yet he's going to coach the wide-outs this season!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:04 PM
Manny Navarro @Manny_Navarro 41s41 seconds ago
New #Canes WR coach Kevin Beard said his recruiting responsibilities will be "heavy into Broward" and other places
GOOOD!
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 12, 2015 at 01:04 PM
Anything not teeming with hate is treated like a total endorsement.
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 01:03 PM
If you say so brau!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:05 PM
Manny Navarro @Manny_Navarro 58s59 seconds ago
Beard didn't make it sound like he'll be the new recruiting coordinator at #UM. Looks like those responsibilities still undecided
Better be Hurlie if it's not Beard.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 12, 2015 at 01:06 PM
Christy Chirinos @ChristyChirinos · 6m 6 minutes ago
On a call w/ #Canes media, new UM WR coach Kevin Beard says he expects to be doing plenty of recruiting in Broward. He knows the area well.
Christy Chirinos @ChristyChirinos · 2m 2 minutes ago
Kevin Beard on recruiting: "At the end of the day, it's about relationships...when you give people the truth, it's hard to do a bad job."
Christy Chirinos @ChristyChirinos · 47s 47 seconds ago
More from KB on recruiting: "You do right by kids, I think everything else comes easy."
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 01:09 PM
So let me get this straight...
If Golden wants the D-linemen to engage and hold up a O-lineman some people think he'll bring in a D-line Coach that will teach em how to bull rush or swim move past a O-lineman to get up field??????? LMAO
Point is this... Whoever the coach is won't matter, you can only teach what is requested!
Posted by: WWIN | February 12, 2015 at 01:13 PM
It's won't be a SHOCK to discover the new Miami, Florida recruiting czar will have NO CONNECTIONS with South Florida. Just like it wasn't a shock to find out Golden WASN'T going with Coach Patrick!
Heck, even the recent national HS recruiting pundits and South Florida prep coaches have openly stated that Golden has slowly and subtly CUT TIES with the Tri-county high schools.
Again, the low number of recruits from Dade, Broward and Palm Beach in the '15 class indicate which direction the BELOVED Golden and D'Onofrio are going regarding HS recruiting. And this is taken place with the FIFTH Cane recruiting class by Golden.
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:13 PM
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 01:09 PM
So basically we've been lying to kids and not doing right by them prior to now??? Damn lol
Posted by: WWIN | February 12, 2015 at 01:17 PM
I'm guessing that Miami has NEVER had an incoming SIGNED class with less than 50% of the recruits from South Florida. Absolutely NEVER!!!!!!! And that's with ONION HEAD and Coker and Davis and Erickson and JJ and of course the coach whom began it all.
FWIW... Golden told Cane fandom that he was going to CHANGE the culture of Miami, Florida Hurricane football. Enter the new century of Hurricane recruiting methods, ploys, tactics and GEOGRAPHY. lol
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:19 PM
You know how hard it is to win 11 games in today's game?
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 11:44 AM
Yeah, ESPECIALLY in the ACC! Wins are hard to come by in this league!
Posted by: WWIN | February 12, 2015 at 01:22 PM
Lol how did Mel learned anything from Schiano and Belicheck and both head coaches fired Mel ass, Belicheck did after winning a SB . You know how bad you have to suck after winning it all and still get let go
Posted by: Sinistercane | February 12, 2015 at 01:23 PM
Soup,
Just look at UM's football program, that's good enough for 10 LOL's a day for me. It's the biggest running joke in college football! Sure it sucks, but it's to the point that it sucks so bad that it's funny! Lol
We have to be able to laugh at ourselves!
Posted by: WWIN | February 12, 2015 at 01:27 PM
Yeah, it does seem odd in an enlightenment sort of way. To go from being an assistant on a winning Super Bowl team to coaching the DL at MIGHTY Florida International.
I guess go, go canes and Golden and D'Onofrio KNOW something that Cane fandom are to dense to know about the hire. SMH
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:28 PM
I'm guessing that Miami has NEVER had an incoming SIGNED class with less than 50% of the recruits from South Florida. Absolutely NEVER!!!!!!!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:19 PM
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Go back 2-3 years. LOL
Luke went off that year.
Posted by: Ohio_Cane | February 12, 2015 at 01:34 PM
MR ALL CAPS I reiterate my prior post asking where I am "giddy" with the hire and now "KNOW" something you don't.
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 01:34 PM
I'll be waiting!!!!!!
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 01:36 PM
Ok fellas...lets keep it clean and the back and forth to a minimum...SOUP might be watching...
Posted by: UMike | February 12, 2015 at 01:40 PM
CR... to be honest that 2001 patriots team wasn't known for its Dline they had their play makers at LB and DB on defense....
Defensive Linemen
97 Reggie Grimes DE
91 Bobby Hamilton DE
60 Garrett Johnson NT
92 David Nugent DE
71 Chuck Osborne DE
61 Riddick Parker DE
98 Anthony Pleasant DE
75 Jace Sayler NT UR
93 Richard Seymour NT R
The only two players that stood out that year on the Dline were Anthony pleasant (6 sacks) and Bobby Hamilton (7 sacks). Richard Seymour was a rookie.
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 01:48 PM
Ohio_Cane
I'm guessing that Miami has NEVER had an incoming SIGNED class with less than 50% of the recruits from South Florida. Absolutely NEVER!!!!!!!
Posted by: TheeMackJones | February 12, 2015 at 01:19 PM
Randy's last class had six S. Florida kids, 3 from Dade.
http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/school/_/id/2390/class/2009
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 01:56 PM
"Bill Belichick gave Melvin his first job in the NFL as he was hired by the New England Patriots in 2000. Melvin spent two seasons in New England, serving as the defensive line coach. In 2001, his defensive line scheme helped the Patriots defeat the St. Louis Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI and handed New England the first of its four Super Bowl titles."
LOL but he was let go? not only that but he ended up at Rutgers?
OO man the nerve of some people at UM with the stuff they write.
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 02:03 PM
My bad, that was his next to last. His last had 8 of 28 from South Florida, again 3 from Dade.
http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/school/_/id/2390/class/2010
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 02:03 PM
I don't like the DL hire. I don't want to see anymore coaches from the golden coaching tree. It doesn't work.
Posted by: AfriCane | February 12, 2015 at 02:08 PM
Im Just going to do what I've done the past 4 years... Take a wait and see approach and pray that we go undefeated and win the National Championship
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 02:08 PM
"I guess this one was meant to be funny UMIke?
And he went to the NFL after temple not vice versa. I don't have a clue of the guy was a good hire or a bad higher but when you're comparing resumes, there is no comparison. So anyone calling this hire a joke is doing so simply to bash"
I don't know if you're serious. The comment is really funny, though. Keep that Golden tree alive.
Posted by: LB | February 12, 2015 at 02:10 PM
Hahahaha!!!
New Kim Jong golf video games makes it impossible to not score a hole in one.
Posted by: Dude on a Pale Horse | February 12, 2015 at 02:16 PM
Christy Chirinos @ChristyChirinos
KB on UM's receivers: "Once you make those hard plays, you make it easier for Brad [Kaaya] to feel more comfortable getting it to you."
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 02:19 PM
Manny Navarro @Manny_Navarro
Beard said Stacy Coley reminds him of himself, being highly touted out of high school and having so much pressure on him. #UM
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 02:20 PM
I def see Coley going off this next season. I want Kaaya to study TB12 and learn how to get all his playmakers involved or how to learn to expose a defense who cant carry one or two of his recievers.
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 02:22 PM
cover**
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 02:25 PM
^^^ Kaaya needs to work with Kehoe and master the blocking schemes and work with Coley on getting the ball out. The great QBs are always getting the ball out and almost never get sacked.
Posted by: Dude on a Pale Horse | February 12, 2015 at 02:35 PM
Out of everybody on the team, Kaaya's gonna have to make the bigger gains. His stats were nice & all, but He's gonna have to show that ability to close out critical games, something I did NOT see last year. As much as people rag on Jacory Harris, even He led a couple of comebacks His freshman year...Stephen Morris also.
Posted by: CaneRock | February 12, 2015 at 02:35 PM
Posted by: CaneRock | February 12, 2015 at 02:35 PM
Agree 100%.
Posted by: Go Canes | February 12, 2015 at 02:40 PM
New Canes assistant Randy Melvin explains how he got reunited with his old boss Al Golden
Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/umiami/2015/02/new-canes-assistant-randy-melvin-explains-how-he-got-reunited-with-his-old-boss-al-golden.html#storylink=cpy
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 02:43 PM
CR dont mention Morris lol gives me nightmares of him smiling and having this IDGAF that im losing face on the sideline ....
Posted by: UpNorthCane27 | February 12, 2015 at 02:56 PM
Beard and Melvin Chat With Media; Ready To Pound Pavement
http://www.stateoftheu.com/2015/2/12/8027751/beard-and-melvin-chat-with-media-ready-to-pound-pavement
Posted by: 30CINCO | February 12, 2015 at 02:57 PM
This year I will not get excited about this team and especially the defensive side of the ball. AlPa, is stuck on His process and scheme, bringing in Patrick or promoting Brown, would have been a serious conflict on philosophy. So, bringing in Melvin, only keeps his scheme in place. Smh, why recruit kids that plays aggressive style defense and convert them to a soft passive ,every now with a lil pressure, don't want to give up the explosive plays. That's not Miami way of playing.
Posted by: 1miamifan | February 12, 2015 at 02:59 PM
Melvin, is saying all the right things, game day same results as last year. Because, Al don't think that his system is broke.
Posted by: 1miamifan | February 12, 2015 at 03:18 PM