This UM HOF Class Really Has Some Serious Class

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

Comments

[Go Canes]

@BradleyKaaya: No matter how many schools pass on you just know all you need is one opportunity

[SinisterCane]

Not directed at Go Canes

I wish the players would just STFU and do their talking on the field since they played a big role from the past 6-7 season

#bout to eat at the training table

#building champions

[Go Canes]

@mattyports: Injuries aren't the only thing keeping Rashawn Scott's production down, Kevin Beard says: http://t.co/DyKp3E2p7W http://t.co/2bn9g1DgcZ

[Sinistercane]

### After replacing two NFL-bound assistants, UM coach Al Golden quietly continues to tinker with his staff.
Former UM defensive end Kareem Brown will remain a graduate assistant but will assume duties of coaching outside linebackers. Linebackers coach Hurlie Brown, a former safety at UM, now will focus on inside linebackers. Beyond that, UM said publicly Thursday that no further staff changes are planned.
### Regarding UM’s 21-player recruiting class that featured only seven prospects from South Florida, former coach Howard Schnellenberger said this past week that the goal should be having 75 percent of the class from South Florida: “I would think [Golden] would want more than seven,” he said. (Golden said he had to look elsewhere for offensive linemen this year, but he missed out on a lot of the tri-county region's top players at other positions.)
Schnellenberger, who is a Golden supporter, said it’s “absolutely” still realistic to expect UM to build a proverbial wall around South Florida.
“There are so many skill people down here,” he said, “and every recruit you bring in will help with attendance because people in the players’ sphere of influence will come to the game.”
###

Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/sports-buzz/2015/02/the-post-lebron-impact-on-heat-incumbents-dolphins-more-canes-staff-changes-marlins-news.html#storylink=cpy

[Sinistercane]

So Jefro and Carroll are the reason the CANEZ went 6-7 lol

[The Dude]

Posted by: SinisterCane | February 13, 2015 at 11:52 AM

They act like they didn't just go 6-7. Maybe that's a good thing though?

[WWIN]

@mattyports: Who can fix Stacy Coley?

Posted by: Go Canes | February 13, 2015 at 06:12 AM

Me! Just keep throwing him the ball and I don't mean bubble screens! How can you expect a WR to produce when he's only targeted 3 times a game and 2 of those are bubble screens???

[SinisterCane]

Posted by: WWIN | February 13, 2015 at 01:11 PM

Coley needs space, that's why he see so many bubble screens, He can't beat press coverage

[WWIN]

^^^^^^ He didn't have that problem as a freshman

[30CINCO]

"The Riser"
Published: Feb. 10, 2015 at 9:40 a.m.
Clive Walford remembers the exact moment he realized he could play in the NFL.

"I'll never forget it," the Miami tight end tells College Football 24/7. "We played at Kansas State. I caught a 5-yard route and took it for 56 yards. I knew I could do big things then."

http://www.nfl.com/labs/rr/pathtothedraft/walford

[RCCF]

I honestly Dislike Golden the more I read he is justca Stubborn SOB who doesnt have a Winning Pedigree..

[SinisterCane]

Faildon's defensive scheme reminds me of EA sports Madden football dime Hail Mary prevent play

[30CINCO]

New UM receivers coach Kevin Beard talks Rashawn Scott, Braxton Berrios, Herb Waters

February 13, 2015 | Filed in: 2015 spring, Football, Matt Porter.

Curing what ails Stacy Coley will be a major focus for new receivers coach Kevin Beard.

Among his other tasks: coaxing production from Rashawn Scott, taking Braxton Berrios to a higher level and keeping Herb Waters happy.

The Hurricanes get a final year out of Scott, which means the promising senior will have a chance to realize his considerable potential. Scott, who recorded 512 yards and three touchdowns on 35 grabs as a sophomore in 2012, was a non-factor in 2013 (collarbone injury, suspended for bowl game). Last August, he suffered a shoulder/collarbone injury that forced him to redshirt.

http://caneswatch.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2015/02/13/new-um-receivers-coach-kevin-beard-talks-rashawn-scott-braxton-berrios-herb-waters/

[VA Cane]

Who can fix Stacy Coley?

The guy has incredible talent and speed....he has the potential to be a great one...no doubt. I can see his problem; he despises contact. Now nobody wants to take hits, but he has started to shy away from them. He needs a little more muscle, and a attitude of I will show you a tough guy. He had a poor showing last year....did he play for UM?!!! The hit in the Louisville game defined his season ....nowhere to be found.

Great speed hands talent moves.....get tough young man its a hitting game...you can be a difference maker!!!!!

[VA Cane]

Coley needs space....

tough up young man, create space blow by people get him in space with that speed....and get TOUGH MFer!!!!!!

[WWIN]

^^^^^^ Is Golden tough??? Lol

[SinisterCane]

Posted by: VA Cane | February 13, 2015 at 02:54 PM

The hit in the Louisville game defined his season ....nowhere to be found

That's why LOL when folks thinks Stacy gonna blowup in 2016 when Louisville took his manhood. Stacy is a finesse slot receiver

[Terrance Sullivan]

Too Funny some bloggers only complain about the defensive schemes but so quite you can hear a ratt piss on cotton about our offensive schemes. I am just sitting back sipping tea. As long as U are from Miami don't matter how much U suck at a job bloggers won't complain they will just put all blame on the outsider's. Dang I should be James Coley where Miami Canes fans give U a full scholarship and no blame just because U were born in the 305. Pure comedy.

[WWIN]

Was Coley soft as a freshman???

[SinisterCane]

Mario said Hi

[Herbieibis]

At least we now have wr coach coaching receivers, instead of a te coach. To bad he didn't get rid of Williams and deno, then maybe we could really move forward.

[Go Canes]

@NashSports: 2016 Dwyer (Fla.) WR and Louisville commit Isaiah Johnson has been offered by Miami. #Canes

[1mg of Epi]

Terrance... If you were a football coach and your team had a suspect D, your offensive gameplan would look like what Coley trotted out last year. The check-with-me, over reliance on a running game and bubble screens etc. Coley is trying to slow the game down, playing defense with his offense.

I know an argument can be made that we were feeding the ball to an all-time back in Duke, but there were equally talented big play receivers who weren't used correctly downfield.

The bottom line... I don't think the offensive problems are lost on anybody, but it was clearly called in an effort to protect the D. Also, Coley is a second year play caller, while Dno has been running that system forever

[Herbieibis]

Once coley hurt his shoulder he never was the same. Goldie should of gave him time to heal but instead he played in pain and didn't like getting hit.
I don't think Goldie truly wants anyone on his staff that's a threat to his job. We need recruiters on this staff but more than anything we need to win consistently to give these under achiever recruiters some ammo to sell recruits.

[CaneRock]

I think we get 1 or 2 more commits for 2015...per ESPN, there's still quite a few uncommitted kids with offers out there:

http://espn.go.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/school/_/id/2390/class/2015/page/considering

[CaneRock]

Terrance...I don't recall anybody saying anything about the defense today. And I don't remember anybody giving Coley a pass because He's a 305er.

And stop acting like it's all peaches & cream with you & the defense. "THEY WILL CONVERT!"...remember that?...LMAO!

[CaneRock]

Posted by: CaneRock | February 13, 2015 at 04:34 PM

Looking at this list, somebody's keeping that Malachi Felder kid under wraps. I can't find any HUDL & YT highlights for em'.

[VA Cane]

T Sully,
I am a coach and notice all. I noted all year the OL was chubby, slow speedwise and not quick movewise, did not pick their feet up but did the 3/4 quualude shuffle, did not pull or drive bock consistently, and pass blocking was also inconsistent. Dumbasses hold and jump offside like sandlot kids...not smart at all! Duke had a good year, but fumbles too much because he carries the ball like a loaf of bread. TE was good, WR do not block drop too many balls. They sucked as much as the D....that's why you had 4 real wins and beat up 2 little girl schools. My team is more aggressive, talented, disciplined, skilled, and miles ahead regarding fundamentals!....I win 98% of my games and am far superior a coach than AlPa. Said it all year cause it is FACT! We suck on O D and ST....I said it all year since 2003! Again its fact I have opined on since 03!
VAC

[CaneRock]

I am a coach and notice all. I noted all year the OL was chubby, slow speedwise and not quick movewise, did not pick their feet up but did the 3/4 quualude shuffle, did not pull or drive bock consistently, and pass blocking was also inconsistent. Dumbasses hold and jump offside like sandlot kids...not smart at all!

Posted by: VA Cane | February 13, 2015 at 04:59 PM

I agree. The Stoutland coached O-Lines seemed more mobile,agile, & hostile.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Well said VA.

[Go Canes]

Posted by: 1mg of Epi | February 13, 2015 at 04:17 PM

[Go Canes]

@CanesWarningFS: There it is RT“@CoachColey: #Welcome2theU”

[Go Canes]

@Coach_Baez: Just planted another flag in
O[]_[]R State
#Welcome2theU http://t.co/ZbIF2d5dwM

[CaneRock]

I'll tell ya'll what...if I didn't go with my wife to buy Her new car, She would've got ROBBED! These sheisty @$$ car salesmen really do try to get over on women.

[VA Cane]

Thanks T Sully, my point is we have to get better all over the place....O,D, ST.....all were to blame for 6-7. We can do better I know we can.....we just have to really want to.....my biggest killer since 2003....APATHY.....nobody....Prez, AD, Coaches, players....ball boys...just do not have that burning desire to win.....that controlled rage that drives you to want to blast somebody every play.....thats all I knew, thats all my kids know hitting dominance fundamentals punishment....wanting to win as a TEAM.....I just want to win at all I do.....I hurt inside if I don't. Maybe thats wrong for some....not me Got To Win.

We need a makeover we have to come out of the dressing room destroying all in our path....WIN!!!!

I want UM to win....it really matters!!!!!

[KYcane]

but did the 3/4 quualude shuffle

Posted by: VA Cane | February 13, 2015 at 04:59 PM

VA, now there is a reference I haven't heard in years.

Good one

Maybe they from the 714 instead of the 305?

[VA Cane]

Yes KY yes the old 714 Roher variety!!!!!!!

[KYcane]

I smile ever time I drive Martin Highway to one of our projects. FL Hwy 714

[Go Canes]

@OS_Recruiting: Evan Hinson's father confirms the Deltona tight end/shooting guard has committed to Miami #TheU ; story soon ... He'll try two sports

[VA Cane]

KY
We are some old school cats.....we knew they were real if you could bounce them high off the floor...bootlegger ripoffs made them from flour....and they did not bounce. The first were made by Roher....later they were Lemon.....remember when there were the big 714....and fuzzy memory recalls a 514 by Roher....Lol KY....you made my day!

[KYcane]

Old school guys,

High Mileage,

Low Maintenance (except Soup sometimes)

[Cane Since 1982]

Its baseball time

Opening night

The U against Rutgers

Andrew Suarez on the mound for the Canes after turning down a 2nd round draft pick by the Washington Nationals for just under a cool million dollars.

[Go Canes]

Wow, Canes recruiting is en fuego!!!

@mattyports: Homestead-South Dade 2016 CB James Wiggins commits to Miami. http://t.co/RBJF9kQUpt

[Cane Since 1982]

Top 1

1st Batter: Infield single to 3rd
(picked off at 1st)
2nd Batter: Ground out to short
3rd Batter: Ground out to short

[Cane Since 1982]

Bottom 1 (0,0)

Carl Chester: Ground out to right
Ricky Eusebio: Triple off the left field wall
Zack Collins: Walk
David Thompson: strike out
Willie Abreu: Error on short. Eusebio scores. Runners at 1st and 2nd

1-0 Canes

[Cane Since 1982]

Bottom 1: 1-0 Canes (runners at 1st and 2nd; 2 outs)

Garret Kennedy: Ground out to 3rd

1-0 Canes

[Cane Since 1982]

Top 2 (1-0 Canes)

1st Batter: Infield single off the pitchers leg
2nd Batter: Double play 6-4-3
3rd Batter: home run
4th Batter: Fly out to right

[Terrance Sullivan]

Exactly VA that's my point we have to improve in all phases to get back to the top. I love that statement about old school guys. So true.

[Go Canes]

@CanesWarning: Miami Hurricanes Recruiting: Welcome To The U: James Wiggins: The Miami Hurricanes landed their seco... http://t.co/wMjYQKMYMA #TheU #UM

[Cane Since 1982]

Bottom 2: (1,1)

George Iskenderian: Walk
Johnny Ruiz: strike out
Christopher Barr: Pop single to center (runners at 1st and 2nd)
Carl Chester: double play 5-4