UMSHOF Announces New Inductees for 2016

The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame has announced its Class of 2017 inductees for the 49th Annual UMSHoF Induction Banquet this coming Spring.

 

 

The nine members of the Class of 2017 are: football's James Jackson, Jeremy Shockey and Darryl Williams, baseball's Ryan Braun and Dan Davies, basketball Steve Edwards, tennis' Audra Cohen, women's basketball coach Katie Meier and Valeria Tapiana, the first volleyball player ever inducted.

 

 "Once again, I'm pleased to introduce another great class of University of Miami Sports Hall of Famers for 2017", said UMSHoF President Gerard Loisel.   "We invite all Hurricane fans to join us this spring at our induction banquet as we welcome the newest members into the Hall of Fame". This year's class will be formally introduced at halftime of the Miami-North Carolina football game on Saturday, October 15 as part of the "Hall of Fame Game" ceremonies.

 

The 49th Annual UMSHoF Induction Banquet will be held in April 2017; for information please contact the UMSHoF at 305-284-2775.

 

 

The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame is a non-profit organization 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. With the addition of the Class of 2017, only 309 honorees have been inducted into the UM Sports Hall of Fame.

 

 

 

Ryan Braun                    Baseball                2003-2005

 

A two-time All American (2003 & 2005), Braun made an instant impact when he came to Miami in 2003 leading the team in batting average (.364) home runs (17) and runs batted in (76) and was named the National Freshman of the Year by Baseball America.  As a junior for UMSHoF member Coach Jim Morris' Hurricanes, he hit .396 with 18 home runs, 76 RBI's, 23 stolen bases, was a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award as college baseball's top player and was named the 2005 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Player of the Year.  A 1st round draft pick (5th overall) of the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2005 MLB Draft, Ryan was named the National League's Rookie of the year (2007) and  Most Valuable Player in 2011.

 

Audra Cohen                  Tennis                2005-2007

 

Cohen garnered four All American honors in her two years at Miami, being named as both a singles and doubles honoree in both her two years with the Canes.  In 2005-2006, for UMSHoF member Coach Paige Yaroshuk Tews Canes, she went 34-2 in singles winning the International Tennis Association (ITA) National Indoor Championship and was named the ITA National Player of the Year, as well as the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Player of the Year.  She was ranked the ITA Number 1 College Tennis Player in the United States in both 2005-2006 and 2006-2007.  A three-time finalist for the Honda Sports Award, given to the best female athlete in the U.S. in 12 different sports, Cohen was named the winner for tennis in 2007. (Note- she spent 2004-2005 at Northwestern and was a finalist that year, too)

 

Dan Davies                    Baseball                1983-1986

 

Dan was a crafty left handed pitcher who is third all-time in victories with 41 wins.  He had his best season in 1985 leading UMSHoF member Coach Ron Fraser's Hurricanes to the 1985 National Championship by winning 15 games (including 14 straight) against only 2 losses with a 2.66 earned run average.  In 22 starts that season, second most in school history, he struck out 105 batters in 138 innings and tossed 3 shutout victories.  He led the team in victories, or was tied for the lead, in 1984, 1985 and 1986, helping the Canes to the College World Series each year.

 

Steve Edwards               Basketball            1992-1996

 

One of the most prolific long-range shooters in Miami history, he still ranks second in the record books with 265 career three-point field goals, a mark that is still the BIG EAST conference record.  Edwards, a two-time honoree as "Mr. Basketball" in the state of Florida, was named to the conference All-Freshman team in his first year for UMSHoF member Coach Leonard Hamilton.  Plagued by injuries his whole career, he still led Miami in scoring in three of his four seasons and ranks 13th all-time with 1,393 points and is 10th in career steals.  "Stevie" led the Canes to their first post-season appearance (1994-1995) since the rebirth of the basketball program and back-to-back-winning seasons.

 

 

 James Jackson            Football                1996-2000

 

Though he shared the backfield with UMSHoF members Edgerrin James and Clinton Portis, Jackson was a true workhorse for the Canes, currently the fourth leading rusher in school history with 2,953 yards, just 7 yards behind James for the third spot..  His 541 rushing attempts is the second most by a Hurricane running back and his 29 rushing touchdowns is ranked fourth all time.  His overall total of 32 touchdowns (29 rushing, 3 receiving) is tied for third place.  A second team All-BIG EAST selection in 2000, he led the Canes in rushing yards (1,006), becoming just the 5th Miami rusher to pass 1,00 yards for a season, as the team completed its comeback to national prominence by going 11-1, and finishing #2 in the polls.  Drafted in the third round of the 2001 NFL Draft, James spent five seasons in the league.

 

Katie Meier                    Coaching            2005-Present

 

Entering her 12th season at the helm of the Hurricane's women's basketball program, Meier has worked tirelessly to put her mark on Miami's program and to build a winning tradition.  In 2015-2016, she guided the team to its seventh consecutive postseason, a fifth trip to the NCAA tournament in the last six years and a sixth 20-plus win season in the last seven years, all extending program records.  In 2010-2011, she led the Canes to a 26-3 regular season record, 12-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and gained their first ACC regular season co-championship, their first NCAA post season berth since 1992, and Meier was named the ACC Coach of the Year and the Associated Press Co-National Coach of the Year.

 

Jeremy Shockey           Football               2000-2001

 

 A junior college transfer, Shockey became a Miami legend with his first touchdown catch...a 13-yard pass from UMSHoF member Ken Dorsey in the final minute to defeat # 1 Florida State on national television 27-24 to cement Miami's return to national prominence.  That season, he also caught a 44-yard, tackle-breaking touchdown as the Canes beat # 2 Virginia Tech.  In the 2001 National Championship season, he led the team with 45 receptions for 604 yards and 8 touchdowns and was named a first team All American by CNNSI and second team All American by the Associated Press, CBS Sportsline and ABC Sports, and first team All-BIG EAST.  A first round pick (14th overall) by the New York Giants in the 2002 NFL Draft, he spent 10 seasons in the league winning two Super Bowls and being named to four Pro Bowls.

 

 

Valeria Tapiana            Volleyball             2000-2004

 

One of the most honored players in the history of Miami volleyball, Valeria was named the 2002 BIG EAST Player of the Year, as well as a first team all conference player in leading Miami to its first ever NCAA tournament appearance in only the school's second year of competition.  She was named second team All-BIG EAST in 2003, then was named a first team All-Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) member when the Canes made the move to the ACC in 2004.  That  year, she became the first Hurricane player named an American Volleyball Coaches association (AVCA) honorable mention All American.  Tapiana was the first player to pass 1,000 career kills and is still in the Top 3 in career points, kills, service aces, and digs. She becomes the first volleyball player inducted in the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame.

 

Darryl Williams              Football                1989-1991        

 

A two-time National Champion (1989,1991), the safety out of Miami's American High School, Darryl was a consensus All American in 1991, so honored by the Associated Press, Kodak and the Walter Camp Football Foundation.  A first team All-BIG EAST selection, as well, he led the secondary with 84 tackles (49 solo), including 18 tackles (10) solo in Miami's 17-16 "Game of the Century" victory over Florida State.  He was a first round draft pick (28th overall) of the Cincinnati Bengals  in the 1992 NFL draft and played 10 years in NFL, being named to the Pro Bowl in 1997.

 

Comments

[Go,GoCanes!]

Posted by: raizecane | September 27, 2016 at 08:04 AM

I'm with you Raize. Throw in a 3 hour time change throwing a monkey wrench into things and It feels hopeless to me.

The thought of eight straight hours of sleep seems impossible to me.

[UMike]

The thought of eight straight hours of sleep seems impossible to me.

Posted by: Go,GoCanes! | September 27, 2016 at 08:25 AM

Thats because it is

[UMike]

Is anyone else going to the GT game that hasnt already stated it?

[1mg of Epi]

Are you somehow insinuating an inability to stay away from here has something to with you?

You're right, you are a funny drunk!

Good night Soup.

See you tomorrow, if the mood strikes you.

Posted by: Go,GoCanes! | September 26, 2016 at 11:35 PM

I can smell the Zima from here.

[WWIN]

Worse long term damage to Miami under AG... all of the crushing losses or gay photo shoot?

Posted by: The Dude | September 26, 2016 at 07:18 PM

Just when I thought those images were completely out of my head you just had to bring em back up didn't ya! Didn't we fans vow to NEVER speak on that matter EVER again?

[Lur-ker]

Can't wait until Saturday.

[Go,GoCanes!]

Posted by: WWIN | September 27, 2016 at 09:49 AM

I buried that memory so deep, at first I couldn't figure out what TD was talking about .

Then it was "Oh, yeah, I know what he's talking about."

[AfriCane]

I think Go & Lurker r two of the primary personalities on this blog now. Meaning if they don't post, what u get is a dead blog. We r canes. We r not supposed to be nice or gentlemen. Well some of us r gentlemen with shoes that have a knife compartment. We just can't burn the house down or stir up too much chaos, that's all..
Actually, Go is a gentleman.

[Ohio_Cane]

ICYMI, this is phenomenal!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDrDGM6MV-k

[Ohio_Cane]

Also ICYMI, Pete Ariz:

The Work 9-26

**Miami Central offensive lineman Navaughn Donaldson might be the most valuable chip in the Canes’ class at the moment. He has been dominant this season at a position of need and will be a day one starter at Miami in all likelihood. OL coach Stacy Searels was at the Central-Booker T. Washington game on Saturday along with Mark Richt. The game featured not only Donaldson, but Florida commit Kadeem Telfort who is a take for Miami right now. There has been some positive buzz regarding the Canes and Telfort, but Miami is not convinced that a flip is imminent. I would classify the Canes’ chances as “work to do, but in the picture”.

The Canes are making progress with American Heritage’s T.J. Slaton, according to a source. Slaton has kept his recruitment close to the vest, but I’ve heard that him and Richt have hit it off and their relationship is strong. Richt has taken a close interest to his recruitment, which could swing things in Miami’s favor. Michigan is Miami’s biggest competitor.

**Running back commitment Robert Burns has been a hot topic amongst Canes fans this season, with the questions being 1) does Miami really want him? 2) why hasnn’t he been getting carries, and 2) will he stick in this class?

To answer the first question, yes, Miami wants him. They haven’t stopped recruiting him as some have suggested and I do not foresee them dropping him.

As far as his touches at Gulliver, I’m told that Burns has been dealing with a high ankle sprain since his team’s season opener and that has limited him. Gulliver has a bye this week and coaches hope that he will be back at full strength soon so they can fully integrate him at that point.

Lastly, I believe he will sign with Miami.

**Another commit that has been dealing with injury this season is South Dade 2018 CB D.J. Ivey, who fractured his foot in the first week of the season.

**UGA commit Latavious Brini has been telling people close to him that he’s going to flip to Miami. The Hurricanes staff is in “believe it til’ we see it” mode though, as they think he could be blowing smoke. Brini was at Miami’s game against FAU. The lengthy cornerback out of Mater Academy was high on Miami’s board until Miramar’s Brian Edwards committed, who is in a similar physical mold as Brini.

**Miami is still evaluating whether or not they will take another linebacker in this class. They currently have two commits in Bradley Jennings, Jr. and Waynmon Steed, who are both solid in their pledge. It would make sense that the Canes take another linebacker considering their depth concerns at the position this season. I get the sense that they just aren’t crazy about a third linebacker right now and whoever they add will be a name that hasn’t emerged yet. As of this time, I do not expect that DeAndre Wilder from Carol City in the class.

**If Miami loses C.J. Henderson to UF, it won’t be for a lack of trying. The coaching staff has made him a priority since January and shown him all the attention he could possibly want. Henderson nearly flipped to UF over the summer before UM coaches talked him out of it. Many assumed that with the Canes adding his high school teammates Trajan Bandy and Josh Jobe, the speedster would be tough to pry away from the class, but Henderson marches to the beat of his own drum and those two might not have as big an impact on him as initially thought. I’d peg him as a UF flip if I had to right now.

[Go,GoCanes!]

Appreciate the kind words Afri and yes that video is amazing Ohio!

[CoCane]

I think Henderson want to play offense and we want him at DB...

[Lur-ker]

think Henderson want to play offense and we want him at DB...

Posted by: CoCane | September 27, 2016 at 12:27 PM

Where's the money at?

[Terrance Sullivan]

There has been a change in tailgating we are no longer parking on Rooftop Deck we will now be tailgating at Student Center Lot either check my Facebook Page or call me. U will get a refund for the deck however the New lot is 30 dollars.

[Coolmac758]

I've heard it All. CJ Henderson wants to be a Gator, and Cane Fans are actually Worried. He isn't even a Corner. Stop Worrying about Kids that don't Want to Come, I Promise You That They Will Regret not coming to the "U". Next Up

[Ohio_Cane]

The only thing anyone is "worried" about is losing an elite athlete, which CJ is. He would need a RS year at DB anyways, but U can't teach what he's got, which is crazy athleticism and speed.

[UMike]

tSully... just made the switch

[Go,GoCanes!]

I'll take a stud we need to convince to commi any day of the week and twice on Sunday.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Thank U Umike. By the way the parking hours their at Student Center is from 7am until 10:30pm

[Terrance Sullivan]

Orlando will now host ACC Championship Game!

[Sarasota 'cane]

tSully... just made the switch

Posted by: UMike | September 27, 2016 at 02:07 PM

I was just getting ready to ask you all where you were moving to!! My nephew can't do the "all morning" tailgate thang so we're gonna stop for breakfast and then meet up around 10am. I think I'll bring a couple of boxes of Krispy Kreme's hot out of the fryer though for the group!! We'll bring some drinks as well. Looking forward to seeing you all!!

Go 'canes!!

[RCCF]

Dorsey had no choice but to be Great...
His Entire Offense damn near went pro..
Of 11 at least 7 have accolades and Dorsey had the #1 Defense in the nation..

We are CANES Fans please Learn the Game less Fan talk more knowledgeable talk please.

Bye Felicia is an Awesome QB if U can't see that U probably don't know much about Football

Oh 12%

[Lur-ker]

Orlando will now host ACC Championship Game!

Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | September 27, 2016 at 02:21 PM

That's great! Where did you hear that?

[Terrance Sullivan]

Bleacher Report Lur-ker. The ACC will make official tomorrow. Sarasota that sounds like a plan Brother.

[Go,GoCanes!]

See you all in O town!!

Great news!!!!

[raizecane]

Orlando will now host ACC Championship Game!

Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | September 27, 2016 at 02:21 PM

****************************************

I called it.......

[Terrance Sullivan]

Raize U sure did.

[HawaiiCane]

I don't know if it was mentioned, but Miami will be wearing their Green jerseys for the game this Saturday at Georgia Tech.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Yes Its a Green Out at Bobby Dodd Stadium at High Noon!

[Lur-ker]

Great news, TS. At least for me, anyway. Just a 2 1/2 hour drive

[Terrance Sullivan]

KYCane and others that purchased Parking on the Rooftop deck U will need to call and get refund and also choose Option A the Student Center Lot. That lot opens from 7am-10:30pm. Go Canes! I probably will get there around 8-8:30am going to eat breakfast at the La Quinta Inn Atlanta-Alpharetta and then take Marta down to tailgate.

[Terrance Sullivan]

Exactly Lur-ker hehe well the distance would be the a little further for me lol. It's 6 hours to Charlotte and 7 hours to Orlando lol. But I can dig it hope we make it to Orlando. Go Canes! Wreck Tech!

[Lur-ker]

Would have never guessed that it takes you longer to get to Charlotte than it does to Orlando. Seems like Alabama's closer to Florida then it is to North Carolina, but obviously I'm wrong.

What part of Alabama do you live in?

[1mg of Epi]

but obviously I'm wrong

Posted by: Lur-ker | September 27, 2016 at 04:25 PM

WOW!!! Never thought I'd see the day!!!!

[KYcane]

Terrance

Which website is parking on

[Terrance Sullivan]

Montgomery AL

[Old Skool]

I assume the ACC is talking the Citrus Bowl. Have they improved the turf? I'd hate to see another Graig Cooper injury.

[Terrance Sullivan]

KYCane its the same website it will just be option A instead of option G

[58 Straight]

Orlando will now host ACC Championship Game!

Posted by: Terrance Sullivan | September 27, 2016 at 02:21 PM

Me sooooooooo happy!

[58 Straight]

Old Skool they have re-done the whole field and stadium. It is now Called "Camping World Stadium".

[UMike]

I guess we will leave at 5:00... again! lol... Should be there around 6:45-7:15.

KY, when are you arriving? If close to then we can meet so we can all park together. LMK

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Posted by: RCCF | September 27, 2016 at 02:30 P

Should I even respond to this? I am assuming this is directed at my post. No, Im not going to respond because you CLEARLY missed the point. Knowledgeable... pffft!

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

^^^ Just keep driving the bus RCCF. Knowledgeable....... smh.

[thirstybuzzardcane]

I assume the ACC is talking the Citrus Bowl. Have they improved the turf? I'd hate to see another Graig Cooper injury.

Posted by: Old Skool | September 27, 2016 at 04:51 PM

The field is artificial turf now.

[KYcane]

KY, when are you arriving? If close to then we can meet so we can all park together. LMK

Posted by: UMike | September 27, 2016 at 06:30 PM

The goal is to be arriving about 6:45

If you see an email from me, no need to respond, I took care of it.

[Dude on a Pale Horse]

Itineraryspace.

[Schnelly]

So the wife done messed up and gave me permission to go to the Miami v Notre Dame game! So while you expletives are sitting around and expletive each others expletive, Ill be at the game expletiving touch down jesus, taking an expletive on the four horsemen graves, and making rudy expletive my expletive. Go Expletive yourselves and Go Canes!

[Go,GoCanes!]

Dear baby Jesus...

http://slicemiami.com/2016/09/27/brad-kaaya-nfl-draft/

[BigWindyCane1]

The Hurricanes opened as a -3.5 point favorite, then moved to a -6.5 favorite and is now a -7.5 point favorite.

[nemo2002]

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