VALDOSTA —
Valdosta State is set to induct another class into its Athletic Hall of Fame.
The university will induct its 17th Hall of Fame Class Feb. 2 at 12 p.m. in the University Union.
The VSU community will welcome eight new members to the VSU Athletic Hall of Fame. They are as follows: Kay and Jerry Jennett (Contributors, 1973-Present), Annika Biro (Women’s Tennis, 2003-06), Jon Good (Golf, 1995-96), Andre Hampton (Football, 1991-94), Jim Madaleno (Athletic Trainer, 1982-85, 1989-97), Robert Morgan (Baseball, 2004-05) and Don Reason (Men’s Basketball, 1972-75).
The luncheon will take place in the ballroom of the Student Union building at the intersection of Oak St. and Baytree.
Tickets for the event are $25 per person, and seating is limited. Interested persons can find a registration card by visiting www.valdoststate.org/BlazerHoF. Completed forms are due by Jan. 25.
For hotel, other information or any questions, please contact Whit ChapPel, VSU Director of Athletic Advancement at (229) 249-2631 or by email at wchappel@valdosta.edu.
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