Class of 2008, Athlete, 2019 Inductee

This 2008 WCS graduate is being inducted as an athlete. Michele earned eight varsity letters while a member of the track, basketball, and volleyball teams. As a five-year member of the track team, Michele was a three-time MVP and two-time captain. She was a two-time LCAA champion in the 200m. Michele was a three-time Section V champion, winning the 200m title in 2007, and following that with titles in the 100m and 200m in 2008. At the time of her graduation, she held school records in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay. Michele became only the second track athlete to qualify for the State Meet in 2007.

Class of 2003, Athlete, 2019 Inductee

Chris, a member of the WCS Class of 2003, was inducted as an athlete. Despite injuring his knee in his senior year, Chris earned seven varsity letters while a member of the football, basketball, and baseball teams. As a junior on the football team, Chris amassed over 1,000 yards of total offense. He accounted for 15 touchdowns, 10 passing and five rushing. Chris led the team in tackles for losses and interceptions, and was selected as an LCAA All-Star as a defensive back.

On the diamond, Chris was a three-time team MVP and a three-time LCAA All-Star. He earned 13 victories on the mound while striking out 172 batters with an ERA of 2.91. At the plate, Chris amassed 38 RBIs and scored 42 runs. His career batting average was .367, including a .413 batting average as a senior. Incredibly, one-third of his hits were extra-base hits.

Class of 2009, Athlete, 2019 Inductee

This member of the Class of 2009 is being inducted as an athlete. Kelly earned 12 varsity letters as a member of the basketball, cheerleading, volleyball, and softball teams. She was a three-time captain and was recognized as an LCAA All-Star on seven occasions. She was a four-year varsity volleyball player where she led the team in assists. The teams amassed 56 wins, including an LCAA championship in 2008. That team compiled an 18-2 record.

Kelly was a five-year starter for the softball team. Those teams accumulated an 88-17 record. She struck out 937 batters, and was named to the Section V All-Tournament team three times, including being named the Tournament MVP in 2007. Kelly earned All-State hours three times, and she was the LCAA Division III Player of the Year in 2007, 2008, and 2009. She threw four no-hitters and one perfect game. Kelly had a career batting average of .408 and collected 118 RBIs. She completed her career with an ERA of 1.15. In her last game as a Tiger, Kelly set a Section V finals record by striking out 22 batters.

Class of 2009, Athlete, 2019 Inductee

This 2009 WCS graduate is considered to be the greatest wrestler in Warsaw history. He accumulated 268 wins in six varsity seasons. Ian was a six-time LCAA champion – the only wrestler to ever win six championships. He’s a six-time Section V champion, and a five-time Section V Super Sectional champion. Ian was a five-time NYS wrestling medalist and a three-time NYS champion. In 2008, Ian was named Most Outstanding Wrestler at the NYS Championships. That same year, Ian was selected as the All-Greater Rochester Athlete of the Year. Ian was a six-time USA wrestling All-American, and was a National Champion at 119 pounds in 2007. As a senior, Ian was ranked first in the nation and was selected as a member for Team USA’s Dream Team All-Star Classic. Ian and his brother had the unique honor of winning Warsaw’s first NYS Wresting Championships on the same evening in 2007.

Class of 2007, Athlete, 2017 Inductee

Paul was one of the most dominant wrestlers in Section V history, accumulating 235 wins (148 pins) in his six varsity seasons. Paul was a six-time LCAA All-Star and five-time LCAA champion. He was named a Section V champion five times and a Section V Super Sectional champion four times. Paul was a New York State Wrestling medalist four times, including two state championships, and was twice named a National All-American. As a senior, Paul was ranked second in the nation at 160 pounds and was selected as a member of the U.S.A. Wrestling All-American Team. Paul and his brother had the unique honor of winning Warsaw’s first New York State Wrestling Championship on the same evening in 2007.

2017 Inductee

These young women were truly pioneers for women’s basketball. Prior to 1970 the women’s game was confined to playing three vs. three in a half court setting with a limited number of dribbles. The Tri-County league, as part of a pilot program in 1970, played full-court five on five for the first time ever. This experiment was so successful, the following year (1971) the NCAA adopted the five on five full court game with a 30 second shot clock for the women. The women’s game has never looked back and has risen in popularity with the level of athleticism at an all-time high. Warsaw Central is extremely proud of the courage these young women and their coach displayed. Our young female athletes are forever grateful! The 1970 team was coached by Sharon Hills and was named the Tri-County champions with a 5-1 record.

2017 Inductee

The team was the undefeated county champions with a record of 14-0. Now 14-0 is impressive in it’s own right, however, please understand that this team played when women’s basketball rules were very different from today. Each team was allowed to have six players on the court, three on each half of the court. Three who played only defense and three who played only offense and no player was allowed to cross mid-court. Additionally, players could only “bounce” the ball once, or in today’s terms they were only allowed one dribble. Understanding these restrictions only makes the accomplishments of this team even more impressive. They scored 68 points in a game vs. Pavilion. They averaged over 32 points a game, while holding their opponents to less than 12 points per game. For the season, the team outscored opponents 455 points to 158.

Class of 1983, Athlete, 2016 Inductee

This three-sport athlete earned 11 varsity letters while playing football, baseball and basketball. Russell played four years on the varsity baseball and football teams.  During his football career, Russell was a two-time team captain and was selected as the team MVP in his junior year. The team won two LCAA Division II championships and lost in the sectional finals in 1982.

He played three years on the varsity basketball team and was the leading rebounder and second-highest scorer on teams that won LCAA Division II championships. Russell was a key player on the 1981-1982 Hall of Fame basketball team that went undefeated in the regular season. He was selected to the Section V All-Tournament Team as a junior and was the team MVP as a senior.

Class of 1989, Athlete, 2016 Inductee

This athlete earned 11 varsity letters while competing for the Tigers in wrestling, track, and soccer. Michael was a member of the varsity track team for three seasons.  At the time of his graduation, Michael was the school record holder in the 110-meter high hurdles.

During his four-year varsity wrestling career, Michael was a member of three LCAA Division II championship teams.  As a senior, he was named the team MVP and compiled an overall record of 30-5 while going 14-0 in dual meets.

As a member of the varsity soccer team for four seasons, Michael established himself as one of the top scorers in school history. He was a two-time LCAA All-Star and selected as the team’s MVP as a senior.  Twenty-seven years after graduating, Michael still ranks in the top five in school history for single season and career points and single season and career goals.  

Class of 1990, Athlete, 2016 Inductee

Brian earned 11 varsity letters while playing soccer, basketball and track. He played three years of varsity basketball. The team went 19-4 during his junior year, losing in the sectional finals. He was an LCAA All-Star and team MVP as a senior.

Brian served as the varsity soccer team’s goalie for three years. As a senior, he was the team captain, MVP and LCAA All-Star. During his five seasons on the varsity track team, Brian was selected twice as the team MVP. As a senior, he led the team to the LCAA Division II championship while earning a Section V Class C championship in the 1600-meter run.

 Special Contributor, 2016 Inductee

“Miss Hills” guided Warsaw female athletics from the “classic” era through Title IX and into what we know as present day women’s athletics. The list of sports that she coached includes: Field hockey, soccer, basketball, volleyball, softball, track, cheerleading, bowling and badminton.

In addition to serving as the advisor for the Girls Athletic Association, Sharon coordinated what were referred to as “play dates” for track, co-ed volleyball and bowling.  She also ran the intramural program for the women. From 1969-1976, Sharon served as the only coach for every team at every level in the women’s athletic program. 

Team, 2015 Inductee

Team Members: Frank Vitagliano (captain), Dean Smith (captain), Nate Coogan, Ralph Bush, Joe Gillen, Vince Hodgdon, Roger Samsel, Wayne Smith, Dennis Hilligas, Doug Hulme, Wayne Tavernier, Jim Stack (student coach), Dan Klawer, Bill Wilcox, Marv Wilcox, Charles Willse, Coach William Santora, and Assistant Coach Pat Burns.

• LCAA County Champions (11-0)
• First County Wrestling Champions in WCS History
• Outscored their LCAA opponents 450-115
• Penfield Tournament champions

Coach, 2015 Inductee

This individual may always be remembered as "MA" by her athletes. Her attention to detail, calm demeanor and ability to get the most out of her athletes is what has led to her success. 

Amber's coaching has spanned 27 years at WCS. She has coached both softball and volleyball. As a softball coach, she has accumulated a career winning percentage of .760. She led the team to an LCAA title and a Section V championship in 2015. 

At the helm of the volleyball program, Amber has amassed a .730 winning percentage and over 260 wins. Her win total certainly places her near or at the top of the career wins list for coaches in WCS history. Amber's teams have won six LCAA titles and a Section V championship. 

Class of 2005, Athlete, 2015 Inductee

This athlete earned 11 varsity letters in soccer, basketball, and tennis. As a four-year member of the varsity soccer team, Jackie was the team captain as a senior and was selected twice as an LCAA All-Star. Jackie earned two varsity letters as a member of the tennis team.

She excelled on the basketball court where she was a member of the varsity team for five years. She was a two-time team captain, four-time LCAA All-Star, and a three-time Section V All-Tournament Team selection. Jackie was named to the All-Greater Rochester Honorable Mention Team as a sophomore, junior and senior. She compiled 798 rebounds, 280 blocks, and scored 922 points. At the time of her induction, Jackie was third on the All-Time Scoring List.

Class of 1993, Athlete, 2015 Inductee

This athlete earned six varsity letters in football, basketball, and track. He was a rare athlete who was able to excel in all three sports.

In the 1990 football season, Damion rushed for 1001 yards and scored 13 touchdowns. Highlights of the season included a 96-yard touchdown run and a single-game rushing mark of 261 yards. As a senior on the track team, he set school records in the 400 hurdles, 110 high hurdles, 4x100 relay, and the pentathlon.

A three-year starter on the basketball team, Damion was selected twice as an LCAA All-Star. During his senior season, he earned team MVP honors, Section V All-Tournament Team recognition, and was chosen to play in the Ronald McDonald game. He set marks for the most points in a season (525), most rebounds in a season (297), points per game (23.9), rebounds per game (13.9), and single-game scoring (42).

Class of 2000, Athlete, 2015 Inductee

This athlete earned six varsity letters in football and wrestling. He was a two-year starter for the football team and served as captain in his senior year.

David was four-year member of the varsity wrestling team. He was the team MVP as a sophomore, junior, and senior. He was a three-time Section V champion and was the first wrestler in school history to earn three trips to the NYS Wrestling Championships. He recorded a sixth place finish as a junior and a third place finish as a senior.

Special Contributor, 2015 Inductee

Thanks to his countless contributions, the Warsaw Wrestling Program is recognized as one of the premiere programs in New York State.

Brad's coaching and formation of the Team X Wrestling Club has created a new era in Warsaw wrestling. Individual and team accomplishments have reached a level never before seen at Warsaw.

Members of the Team X Wrestling Club have stood on the podium 50 times, that includes 20 NYS wrestling champions. There have been 30 National All-Americans, including one National Champion. More than 20 athletes have gone on to wrestle collegiately at the Division 1 level.

During Brad's tenure as a volunteer assistant coach, Warsaw has had 90 wrestlers win sectional titles and eight Section V team championships. At the State Wrestling Tournament, Warsaw has had 33 podium finishes, eight individual champions (two Most Outstanding Wrestlers) and three NYS team titles. The titles are the only team state champions in WCS history. 

Team, 2014 Inductee

Team Members: Shawn Monahan, Dan Hummel, Mark Lanni, Scott Burger, Jim Lelio, Mike Burns, Doug Miller, Steve Ryan, Russ Ryan, and Coach Tom LaDelfa.

Accomplishments:

• LCAA Champions (18-0) – First time in school history.
• Section V Class B Runner-ups
• Ranked #13 in New York State
• Final Record: 21-1.

Their match-up with Lyons in the sectional finals was the first time in Section V history that two undefeated teams met for their championship.

Class of 1992, Athlete, 2014 Inductee

Jamie earned 12 varsity letters as a member of the soccer, basketball, track, and baseball teams. He was selected as an LCAA All-Star in his only season playing baseball for the Tigers.

Jamie is considered by many to be the best soccer player in Warsaw history. During his four-year career, he served as captain, and was named an LCAA All-Star three times. He was also selected as team MVP. He holds school records for goals in a career (65), goals in a single season (24), and career points (87). He ranks second in single season points (30) and career assists (22).

Class of 2004, Athlete, 2014 Inductee

Jessica earned 15 varsity letters playing volleyball, basketball, and softball. She was selected as a team captain nine times and team MVP seven times. Jessica was named to Section V All-Tournament Teams on eight occasions, and was named an LCAA All-Star 12 times.

During her basketball career, Jessica was selected as an LCAA All-Star three times and named to the Section V All-Tournament team twice. She was also selected to the All-Greater Rochester Honorable Mention team on two occasions. Her 886 career points ranks third on the Warsaw all-time scoring list.

During her five years on the softball team, Jessica amassed 237 strikeouts and a 1.12 ERA while hitting .437. She was a four-time LCAA All-Star and a three-time Section V All-Tournament team player. In her six years on the volleyball team, Jessica was a five-time LCAA All-Star. During this time, Jessica made the Section V All-Tournament team four times, including being selected as the Section V MVP on their runner-up team in 2003. Her career total of 1,702 kills and 1,699 digs are the most in Warsaw history.

Special Contributor, 2014 Inductee

This 1979 Warsaw graduate has been a passionate supporter of our community and athletic teams. He has been a member of the Warsaw Kiwanis Club for the past 17 years. He is best known for all of his work as the school’s photographer.

It is the manner in which Kevin does his work that separates him from others. His genuine caring for teams, individuals and events that he photographs is clearly portrayed in his work. You can find him working tirelessly at many of Warsaw’s sporting events. A simple walk down the halls of WCS allows you to see some of the work he has done with our athletes. Kevin’s generosity has been a vital contribution to the Hall of Fame.

Class of 1990, Athlete, 2013 Inductee

This athlete earned 15 varsity letters while competing for the Tigers in Soccer, Basketball and Track & Field. In her 5 year varsity Soccer career, she was team captain, leading scorer, MVP and LCAA All-Star as a Junior and Senior.  As a 4 year member of the Basketball team she was a 2 time captain and LCAA All-Star.  She accumulated 611 points ranking her 4th on the career scoring list at the time of her graduation.

She was a 6 year member of the Track and Field team where she was a LCAA Champion in the 800 and 1500 meter runs.  She set school records in the 1500-meter run and as a member of the Section V Championship 4 x 400-meter relay team.

Special Contributor, 2013 Inductee

This 1955 Warsaw graduate returned to her alma mater in 1987.  Since her return she has been a stalwart of Warsaw athletics.  She has been the Track & Field scorekeeper for over 20 years.  She has also served our athletes well as the unofficial Athletic Seamstress, she has not only made alterations to 100’s of uniforms but she has actually made entire uniforms.

She is remembered by most as the Coach of the Warsaw Cheerleaders.  During her 19 years at the helm of the Tiger Cheerleaders she was selected as LCAA Coach of the Year twice and Section V Coach of the Year 5 times.  Her teams garnered 3 LCAA Championships, 1 Section V Title and 14 Cheer Competition Team Titles.

Class of 1963, Athlete, 2013 Inductee

This athlete was a standout member of the Football, Wrestling, Baseball and Track teams.   He wrestled for four years, was the team captain and the Wyoming County Champion in 1962.  He played two years of Baseball and Track & Field where he was a member of the school record holding 4 x 220 yard relay team.

He played 4 years of the Varsity Football.  He was the captain of the undefeated 1962 squad.  His offensive talents, including a 98 yard touchdown run against Geneseo, led the team to a perfect 7–0 season. That team won the Tri-County and Wyoming County Championships.

Class of 1985, Athlete, 2013 Inductee

This athlete earned 7 Varsity letters competing for the Tigers in Soccer,  Basketball and Track. He was a member of the Varsity Soccer and Varsity Basketball teams. His greatest achievements came in the sport of Track & Field.  During his 4 year varsity career he was named as team MVP and a 3 time LCAA All-Star.

He earned 3 Section V Championships, 2 in the 400 meters and 1 in the 1600 meter relay.  As a Sophomore he earned a trip to the NYS Track & Field Championships in the 400 meters.  He set School Records in the 100 meters, 400 meters, 800 and 1600 meter relays which still stand today. 

Class of 1989, Athlete, 2013 Inductee

This outstanding 4 sport athlete earned 12 Varsity letters as a member of the Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball and Softball teams.  As a Senior, she was named captain of the Soccer, Basketball and Softball teams and earned the MVP award in Soccer and Basketball. 

She was a 4 time LCAA All-Star, twice in Softball and twice in Basketball.  During her 4 years on the Basketball team she scored 606 points, which was 3rd on the career scoring list at the time of her graduation.

Class of 1997, Athlete, 2013 Inductee

This athlete earned 7 varsity letters as a member of the  Football and Wrestling teams. Best remembered as an outstanding competitor and teammate during his 5 years of Varsity Wrestling.  He was a 3 time team captain, 3 time LCAA Champion and 2 time Section V Champion. He accumulated over 150 wins and completed his senior year with a 2nd place finish in the New York State Wrestling Championships.

Team, 2013 Inductee

Wyoming County and Tri-County Champions

 Season Record 7 - 0 

Warsaw 19          Oakfield 18
Warsaw 40          Geneseo 0
Warsaw 13          Letchworth 6
Warsaw 26          Perry 6
Warsaw 13          Arcade 12
Warsaw 32          Attica 7
Warsaw 32          Oakfield 0

Outscored Opposition 175 - 49.

Special Contributor, 2013 Inductee

The Warsaw Sports Boosters promotes positive parent and community involvement in support of the Warsaw Tigers Athletic Program.  This involvement consist of both the volunteer service and financial support required to foster the development of our athletes while maintaining the history and tradition of excellence in academics, character and sportsmanship that exemplifies our student athletes, coaches, staff and parents.

In addition to supporting our current student athletes they also are responsible for creating the “Athletic Hall of Fame” in 2006.

Coach, 2012 Inductee

This current well respected coach began his career in 1986.  He has coached Soccer, Basketball and Track. During his 22 year tenure as the Varsity Soccer Coach he amassed 134 wins.  These wins include 2 LCAA Titles and the 1995 Section V Soccer Title, which is the only Sectional Championship in Warsaw’s Soccer History. He has coached the JV Girls Basketball Team for 18 years. 

During his 26 years of coaching Track he has guided the program to 107 wins and 2 LCAA Championships.  His athletes hold many school records and have captured numerous LCAA and Section V individual titles.

Class of 1992, Athlete, 2012 Inductee

She earned 10 Varsity letters while competing for the Tigers in Soccer, Basketball and Softball. She played Varsity Softball for 3 years.  As a Senior she was named the team captain and Most Valuable infielder. She was a member of the Varsity Soccer team for 4 years and was selected twice as an LCAA All-Star.

In Basketball, she was a 3 year starter.  As a Senior she was a LCAA All-Star who scored 305 points.  Her career point total of 505 ranked 14th on the All-Time career scoring list at the time of her graduation.

Class of 1989, Athlete, 2012 Inductee

This athlete earned 9 Varsity letters playing for the Tigers in Football, Basketball and Tennis. During his 4 year Varsity Tennis career he won 2 LCAA Doubles Championships and a Section V Doubles Championship.  His teams won the LCAA Team Title all 4 seasons. He was a 2 year starter for the Varsity Football team.

His greatest achievements came on the Basketball court.  During his 3 year career he was named as team MVP, 2 time LCAA All-Star, Honeoye All-Tournament team and Kendall Tournament MVP.   He was a team captain and leading scorer as the Tigers won the LCAA Championship compiling a record of 19–4.  As a Senior he was selected to play in the prestigious Ronald McDonald All-Star Game.

Class of 1996, Athlete, 2012 Inductee

This 3 sport athlete earned 9 Varsity letters while competing for the Tigers in Soccer, Basketball and Softball. As a 3 year starter in goal she was selected as a LCAA All-Star each year.   In 1995 she was selected as the Defensive Player of the Tournament in leading Warsaw to the Section V Championship. She was a 2 year starter in Basketball and ranked among the top 25 scorers in school history at the time of her graduation.

She was a member of the Varsity Softball team for 4 years.  As a Junior and Senior her teams compiled a record of 39-3, including 2 LCAA Titles and a Section V Championship.  She garnered recognition as a LCAA All-Star and Section V All-Star in both years.  As a Senior catcher, she was named as a 1st Team New York State All-Star.   

Class of 1975, Athlete, 2012 Inductee

This athlete earned 12 Varsity letters playing for the Tigers in Football, Basketball, Baseball and Tennis. As a three-year member of the Varsity Tennis team, he accumulated a regular season record of 32 wins and 2 losses. He played Varsity Basketball for 4 years and was the team’s leading scorer for the 1974-1975 season.

Football is where this athlete truly excelled.  During his 4 year Varsity career he was named the team MVP twice.  In both his Junior and Senior years he rushed for over 1,000 yards.  In 1973 he was named to the All Greater Rochester 1st Team as a Defensive Back.

Team, 2012 Inductee

Oatkan Conference and Wyoming County Champions

Season Record 7 - 0 

Warsaw 48          Oakfield 13
Warsaw 27          Attica 7
Warsaw 48          Arcade 0
Warsaw 39          Letchworth 0
Warsaw 12          Perry 6
Warsaw 33          Delevan-Machias 0
Warsaw 32          York 0

Outscored Opposition 239 – 26.

Class of 1976, Athlete, 2011 Inductee

This athlete earned 10 varsity letters while competing in Soccer, Wrestling and Track.  He was a team captain and MVP of the soccer team and was selected three times as a LCAA 1st Team All-Star. As a fierce competitor, he won 3 LCAA Wrestling Championships and competed in the Section V Championship Final three times;  Losing once to the State Champion and winning the Section V Championship in 1974.

Class of 1993, Athlete, 2011 Inductee

This athlete earned 11 varsity letters while competing in Soccer, Basketball and Tennis.  He was the starting point guard for three years and was selected as a LCAA All-Star as a junior and senior.  As a six-year varsity tennis player he was selected as the team MVP three times.  He won a LCAA Double Championship and accumulated 72 wins at first singles over a 4 year span. Competing in just two Varsity Soccer Seasons, this LCAA All-Star graduated with the Varsity rankings of # 5 in goals, #3 in assists and #3 in points.

Class of 1989, Athlete, 2011 Inductee

This athlete earned 11 varsity letters while competing in Soccer, Football, Basketball and Tennis.  He led the Soccer team in goals scored as a sophomore.  As a senior, he was the captain and team MVP of the  Basketball team that went 17-3.

A standout Tennis player, he earned six varsity letters while leading the team to six LCAA Championships.  He was a four-time team captain and MVP.  He was a LCAA and Section V Champion who completed his career with a regular season record of 77 wins and 3 losses. 

Class of 1997, Athlete, 2011 Inductee

Competing as a Wrestler and Soccer player this athlete earned 11 varsity letters.  He was a member of the Varsity Soccer team for 5 years.  He was a four-time team captain, three-time MVP and selected as a LCAA All-Star on four occasions. 

During his six years on the Varsity Wrestling team, he served as a team captain four times, won four LCAA championships and three Section V Championships.  He finished 2nd in the State Wrestling Tournament in 1995.  At the time of his graduation, he held the Section V record for career wins with 195.

Class of 1988, Athlete, 2011 Inductee

She was a standout athlete in four sports.  She earned 15 varsity letters while competing and earning MVP honors in Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball and Softball.  She was a LCAA All-Star in Soccer, Basketball and Softball.

As a Senior, she was selected to play in the Ronald McDonald Basketball Classic and finished her career as the #4 all time leading scorer with 560 points.

2011 Inductee

John Gillen, Mike Fuller, Russ Cornelius, Mike Flint, Tom Flint, Tom Rogers, Coach Mr. Jim Berthiaume, George Sheehan, Warren Bush, Wayne Price, Vern Price, Ed Sunderland, Craig Hodgdon and John Hackemer.

• Section V Class B Champions (1st Section V Championship in WCS History)
• LCAA County Tournament Champions
• Churchville-Chili Tournament Champions 
• Five Individual Section V Champions

Class of 2000, Athlete, 2010 Inductee

Considered by many to be the greatest female athlete in Warsaw History.  She earned 15 varsity letters, was selected as an LCAA All-Star an amazing 14 times and a Section V All-Star an incredible seven times.

In softball, she was a five-time LCAA All-Star and three-time Section V All-Star.  She hit .540 on the 24-2 State Final Four softball team in 1998.

As a soccer player, she set the records for goals scored (65) and assists (38) during her four years as a starter.  All four years she was selected as a 1st team LCAA All-Star.  She led the 1995 team to a Section V Championship, the first title in Warsaw girls' history.

She was a six-year starter on the basketball team, where she became the all time leader in rebounds and points scored.  Her 1,702 points scored are the most by any player, male or female, in WCS history.  She was selected as an LCAA All-Star five times and a Section V All-Star three times.  

Special Contributor, 2010 Inductee

“He saw only your potential, never your limitations.”

Alan's passion was wrestling.  He began wrestling while a student/athlete at WCS.  He became involved with coaching in 1981, started a Youth Wrestling Club in 1983 and served as the varsity coach from 1991-2002.

He was the 1997 Section V Class C coach of the year and had wrestlers at the State Championships in 6 of his 11 seasons.  He organized the Old Timers' Wrestling Tournament and the dinner and commemorative booklet to celebrate Warsaw Wrestling's 50 year anniversary. 

He was very active in the youth soccer program and coached soccer for many years at WCS.  He also assisted at the track meets for over 20 years.  He received the 1997 Wyoming County Outstanding Adult Volunteer Award.

Class of 2000, Athlete, 2010 Inductee

The only female New York State Champion in Warsaw history.  She dominated the shot put and discus events in 1999 and 2000.  She was the LCAA Champion and Section V Champion in both events.  At the State Championships in 1999 she finished 2nd in the discus and 3rd in the shot put.  In 2000, at the State Championship Meet,  she again finished 2nd in the discus and 1st in the shot put.  Her winning throw of 40' 11” still stands as the LCAA and Warsaw Record.  She also holds the school record in the discus at 123 feet.

She played goalie for the soccer team as a junior and senior, where she recorded 15 shutouts.  She was a team MVP and selected twice as an LCAA All-Star.

2010 Inductee

Kyle Coveny, Matt Bogert, Jesse Serventi and Brad Tiede. Devon LaDelfa, Tom LaDelfa, Caleb Lynch, Mike Bentham, Dan Schiraldi, Steve Bogert, Doug Vogel, Chad Heeb, Adam Britton, Brian Towner and Rick Harter.

• LCAA Champions (20-0)
• Section V Class C Champions
• NYS Western Regional Champions
• NYS Final Four
• Ranked #3 in New York State Class C
• Final Record:  25 wins and 1 loss

2010 Inductee

Sarah Gorney, Natalie Crist, Veronica Maher, Arin Belden, Faye Vitagliano, Aimee Spear, Jen Kirish, Amy Bauer, Coach Galliford, Heather Conway, Michelle Wick, Kelly O'Neil, Kelly Rogers, Cheryl Daniels, Snehal Patel

• LCAA Champions (18-1)
• Section V Class C Champions
• NYS Western Regional Champions
• NYS Final Four
• Outscored Opponents 212-17 with 17 shutouts
• Final Record:  24 wins and 2 losses

Special Contributor, 2009 Inductee

Once said of himself:  “I am like a utility infielder.”  How true this statement is.  Since 1963 he has been a fixture at Warsaw athletic contests, selling tickets, chaperoning, working the scoring tables and coaching.

He has coached more contest than any individual in the History of Warsaw Athletics.  He coached 75 seasons in the following sports; Track, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Basketball (boys and girls), Volleyball, Tennis and Soccer. 

His Softball teams won seven Division Titles, two Section V Championship and one Final Four appearance.  From 1995 – 1998 their record was 79 – 6.  His undying dedication to Warsaw Athletics may never be surpassed.

Class of 1995, Athlete, 2009 Inductee

She burst upon the Warsaw athletic scene as an 8th grader.  In her first Varsity Soccer game, a Section V Tournament game, she scored three goals. She was a five-year starter in Basketball and selected as an LCAA All-Star three times.  She graduated with 876 points which placed her 3rd on the career scoring list.

As a member of the Track team, she set several school records.  Her record of 69.4 seconds in the 400 meter hurdles still stands at the time of her induction. Kerrie served as the team captain and was selected as the team’s MVP in all three sports.

Class of 1999, Athlete, 2009 Inductee

As a 3 year starting point guard during an exciting era in Warsaw Basketball History, his teams won two Section V Titles, a Far West Regional Title and competed in the NYS Final Four.  The 1997-1998 team went 25-1 while finishing the year ranked #3 in NYS.  He was the team captain for two years and one of only eight players in Section V History to make the All-Tournament Team for three straight seasons.

Dan played two years of Varsity Tennis and three years of Varsity Baseball, where he hit over .350 for his career.  He played three years of Varsity Soccer on teams that were LCAA Divisional Champs.  He was captain and a two-time LCAA All-Star.  He was named as a Section V All-Star and to the All-Greater Rochester Honorable Mention Team.

Class of 1985, Athlete, 2009 Inductee

During an era when female athletes could play four seasons, she managed to Star in five different sports; Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball and Track.

She was a two-time captain and MVP in Basketball and was selected as an LCAA All-Star.  She graduated as #2 on the all-time career scoring list with 817 points.  As a Soccer player, she scored 63 goals during her Junior and Senior years as the team captain and MVP. 

As a member of the Track team, she qualified for the “Meet of Champions” and set the school record in the 800 meter run.  Her time of 2:25.7, still stands today.

Class of 1998, Athlete, 2008 Inductee

As a three-year starter on the Varsity Basketball Team, he accumulated some outstanding achievements and awards.  His teams won Section V Titles in 1997 and 1998.  They won an incredible 26 consecutive regular season games including an Undefeated 1998 regular season.  This team was the NYS Western Regional Champs and went to the NYS Class C Final Four. They ended the year ranked as the #3 school in NYS.

Individually he is the only Warsaw Basketball player named to the All-Greater Rochester 1st Team.  He was a two-time LCAA All-Star, two-time Section V All-Tournament Selection, also earning MVP honors of the 1998 Class CC Section V Tournament.  He also played in the McDonalds All-Star game.

Matt was also a three-year member of the Varsity Track Team.

Special Contributor, 2008 Inductee

When you talk about Warsaw Soccer, you must talk about Jim Carter.  He coached Soccer at Warsaw for 30 years winning many County Championships during his tenure.  During these three decades he organized and administered the Warsaw Youth Soccer Program.  He also ran a winter Indoor Soccer Program for 20 years.

He helped develop young Wrestlers while coaching at the Modified Level and acted as the advisor to the Ski Club for 20 years.  He was a well known and respected Science Teacher and a true promoter of all WCS Sports. His efforts have left a huge footprint on the Warsaw Athletic Program.

Special Contributor, 2008 Inductee

Considered by some as the “Father of Girls Sports” at Warsaw.  One of his greatest accomplishments was establishing our modern Women’s Athletic Program during a controversial era in the History of Athletics.

In his 22 years at Warsaw, he taught Science, Physical Education and Health while coaching Football, Wrestling, Baseball, Cross-Country and Cheerleading.  He also served as the Athletic Director and Chairman of the Physical Education Department. As one of his athletes said, “Coach always looked out for the Underdog!”

Class of 1998, Athlete, 2008 Inductee

The team and individual accomplishments achieved during her four years as the starting pitcher for the Softball team are truly phenomenal.  She was a four-time team MVP while leading her team to two Section V Titles, a NYS Western Regional Championship and the NYS Final Four.  She was a two-time Section V MVP and was named to the 1st Team All-State Team as a pitcher for an incredible three years.

In 1998, she was named the first ever “Gatorade Circle of Champions NYS HS Softball Player of the Year”.  She accumulated a record of 86 – 7 while throwing 23 No-Hitters and nine Perfect Games.  She struck out 1,183 batters in 608 innings while walking only 27.  She holds the National HS Record of 22 consecutive strikeouts in a seven-inning game.

She was a three-year Varsity Volleyball player, earning LCAA All-Star honors each year and was the Team MVP as a Senior.

Class of 1933, Athlete, 2008 Inductee

Her Senior picture caption in the 1933 Blast reads, “She’s the girl with all the Pep.  The one that has the Basketball Rep!” The leading scorer on the Basketball team from 1929-1933.  Her teams won 26 games with only 2 losses, outscoring their opponents 751 to 423. She started as a Senior on the first ever girls Softball team.  After college she returned to Warsaw to serve as the Elementary Principal for many years.

Class of 1998, Athlete, 2008 Inductee

As a three-year starting running back, he became the leading rusher and scorer in Warsaw Football History.  Rushing for an amazing 3,842 yards and scoring 47 touchdowns.  In 1997 he set the Section V single game rushing record with 389 yards against Dansville.

As a Senior, he was team captain, MVP and honored as a LCAA All-Star on both Offense and Defense.  Along with the leading the team in interceptions, he rushed for 1,578 yards and 20 touchdowns, one being a 95 yard run. Adam was also an outstanding Baseball player.  Starting for four years as a catcher, his batting averages were; .348, .357, .466 and .407 respectively.

Class of 1970, Athlete, 2007 Inductee

This athlete could have been dominant in any era.  She began her career prior to the passing of Title 9.  This was a time when athletic opportunities for female athletes were very limited. 

She competed in basketball, volleyball and field hockey in the Tri-County League.  Each season consisted of only six games.  She led her volleyball team from a record of 0-6 as a freshman to a 4-2 season as a senior.  She played field hockey for three years.

Her greatest accomplishments were on the basketball court where she led her team from a 2-4 campaign as a sophomore to a 5-1 season as a senior.  She averaged 18.7 points a game as a senior while leading the team to the Tri-County Championship.

Class of 1946, Athlete, 2007 Inductee

Due to WW II, there was no football played during this athlete’s career, but he did not let this prevent him from proving what a terrific all-around athlete he was. As a sophomore, he lettered in basketball, baseball and tennis where he was a county doubles champion.  He also participated in track.

During his junior year, he was the leading scorer on the basketball team and added letter in track, baseball and tennis where he repeated as county doubles champion.  During the winter he participated as a member of the Warsaw bowling team and won the Wyoming County Ping pong championship.

In his senior year, he was the captain and leading scorer of the 12-6 basketball team.  He played shortstop on the league champion baseball team and as a letterman on the track team he set and at the time of his induction still holds the Warsaw long jump record of 21 feet, 4 inches.

Class of 1983, Athlete, 2007 Inductee

This four-sport athlete, is remembered as one who “Refused To Lose”.

He was the 2nd leading scorer on the varsity soccer teams in both his junior and senior years.  At the time of his graduation he held the varsity soccer single season assist record.  As a guard on the basketball team his play helped the team to an overall two year record of 36-6, including an undefeated regular season in 1982.  The team won LCAA titles in both 1982 and 1983.  In his freshman year he played 1st doubles on the varsity tennis team and then played 2nd singles as a sophomore.  The teams won LCAA titles in both years.

Switching to track as a junior, he became the dominant distance runner in all of Section V during the 1982 and 1983 seasons.  After winning county and sectional titles, he represented Section V in the state meet in the 3200 meter run in 1983.  This two-time team MVP never lost an LCAA 1600 meter or 3200 meter race during his career.  His LCAA record of 9 minutes and 26 seconds in the 3200 meter run still stands today after 25 years.

Class of 1936, Athlete, 2007 Inductee

Just a little over one decade from women acquiring the right to vote in the United States, there were scant opportunities for women in athletics. With the only established program being Basketball this inductee capitalized, in a big way, on her opportunity.  In her era girl’s basketball was played with six players on each team.  Three offensive players on one half of the court and three defenders on the other half.

Considered by many to be the best defender in the Wyoming-Livingston County area, she led her teams to an astounding record of 53-5 over a four-year period.  At the time of her induction, this still stands as the best four-year record in Warsaw Girl’s Basketball history. With her on defense, the 1934-1935 team went undefeated while outscoring their opponents 456 to 160.  During her four-year career, the Warsaw girls outscored their opponents by almost four to one. As captain of the teams during her Junior and Senior years, she is remembered as a tough competitor and a wonderful leader.

Special Contributor, 2007 Inductee

This inductee began her teaching career at Warsaw in 1963.  This was the pre-Title IX era and her interest in girls’ sports led her to being one of the individuals that organized and supported a girl’s athletic program here at Warsaw. She coached all the sports that were offered to girls at that time, they included; field hockey, volleyball, basketball, softball and track.  Many of the track records set during this era still stand today.  She later added cheerleading to her coaching resume.

Her greatest contribution, however, was not to girls’ sports alone, but to the entire Warsaw sports program as a whole.  She served as the Athletic Director from 1987 through 1997.  She encouraged participation in all sports, boys and girls.  She supported all sports equally, despite the season and the size of the crowd each team was significantly important to her.

She held nutrition seminars for athletes, reinstated accurate record keeping of our sports teams and oversaw the improvement of many of our athletic facilities.  She was the driving force behind the new court street gym, including the purchasing and displaying of the championship banners.  Many of these championships were won under her leadership.

Class of 1959, Athlete, 2007 Inductee

This athlete was a member of the 1959 league champion Basketball team that posted a record of 14-3.  But it was his exploits on the football field that were truly outstanding.

During the 1957 football season he played both ways as an offensive and defensive lineman.  In his senior year, 1958, he was converted to the starting fullback on offense and was paired with fellow Wall of Famer Bob Baker to become a devastating one-two punch.  The 1958 team went undefeated, 7-0, and averaged more than 34 points per game, an unheard of amount in that era.  In the game that secured the Oatka Conference Championship his dive play went for a 99-yard touchdown.  He also anchored a defense that recorded four shutouts and surrendered only 26 points the entire season.

Not only an outstanding athlete, he was by all accounts, respected and admired by teammates and opponents alike.  He conducted himself with dignity and class and was an outstanding role model and representative of the Warsaw community.

Special Contributor, 2007 Inductee

The Warsaw Kiwanis Club has been involved is supporting community youth activities and athletics for many years.  This has been one of their main missions since the formation of the Kiwanis Club in 1923.

In its early years, the Kiwanis Club supplied transportation for athletic events.  They have had a long tradition of honoring sports teams and individual athletes.  They have awarded numerous scholarships to summer sports camps.  The Kiwanis Club has purchased athletic equipment and uniforms for many teams.  They have sponsored junior football and, for many, many years they sponsored and supported the youth softball and baseball programs.  They have been the sponsor of the Warsaw Kiwanis Tip-Off Tournament since its inception in 1992.

In gratitude and recognition of its continuing commitment to Warsaw youth and athletics we are pleased to induct the Warsaw Kiwanis Club to our Wall of Fame.

Class of 1959, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

This athlete played baseball and was the captain of the 1958-59 basketball team, which compiled a record of 14-2. He created his legacy on the football field where he was a phenomenal player who played the grueling position of right halfback.  During his senior year, he scored 109 points in leading the Tigers to an undefeated Oatka Conference Championship.

Class of 1972, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

This athlete competed as a three-sport athlete in cross-country, wrestling and track.  As a senior, he won four Section V Championship Titles.  One in cross-country and wrestling and two additional championship titles during the spring track season.  In 1971, he was honored for his achievements during the cross-country season by being placed on the All-State Cross-Country Team. His school record in the mile, 4 minutes and 24 seconds still stands today and is one of the fastest miles ever run in Livingston County.

Coach, 2006 Inductee

This individual may always be remembered as the “COACH” of Warsaw Central School.  He arrived in Warsaw in 1949 and things have never been the same.

He has coached football, wrestling, tennis, baseball, basketball, and track and field.  He is responsible for starting our historic wrestling program in 1949.  He built the Warsaw football program into the dominant team from 1949 through 1960.  His tennis teams were nearly unbeatable through the 1980s.

Respected as a teacher, a coach and a friend by our entire community, it is truly an understatement to say, “Coach Davis is one of the most significant people in Warsaw sports history."

Class of 1940, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

This athlete defined the phrase “complete athlete”.  Playing during the time that athletes were allowed to participate in more than one sport per season, he amassed an amazing 14 varsity letters.  By all accounts this is the most by any athlete in Warsaw’s history.

He played basketball, football, baseball, track and tennis during his career.  He was the captain of both the football and basketball teams and was selected as an All-County basketball player. 

Class of 1983, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

Considered as one of the best female athletes to grace the halls of WCS, this athlete competed in four sports and added a fifth, soccer, when field hockey was dropped.  In her second year as a soccer player, she scored a record 33 goals and was selected as the team’s MVP.  She was a member of the 1982 LCAA division championship volleyball team.  She was selected to the 1983 LCAA All-Star team in softball. She was the captain of the basketball team and still ranks as the #2 all time leading scorer with 978 points.

Class of 1983, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

Considered by many to be the “best athlete” to ever graduate from Warsaw. This athlete was a 12-time varsity letterman; one in football, three in soccer, and four in both baseball and basketball.  He was the leading scorer on the 1981 soccer team, holds the school record for the longest field goal made of 45-yards, and threw a no-hitter against Perry in 1983. 

He is best remembered for his accomplishments on the basketball court.  During his four-year varsity career, he averaged more than 23 points per game and still stands as the all-time leading scorer in Warsaw boys’ history with 1,493 points.  He was the captain and MVP of the undefeated 1981-82 team.

Coach, 2006 Inductee

This individual coached football, tennis, baseball and basketball. It is on the basketball court where this coach is most remembered, his accomplishments may never be equaled.  He amassed a record 232 career wins during his 20-year varsity coaching reign.  His teams won numerous LCAA and Section V Championships.  Unbelievably, this coach had undefeated teams an incredible 16 years apart.  His innate ability to adjust his style of play to his athlete’s attributes is a testament to his ability to win championships with all sizes and styles of athletes. 

In 1997 he was selected as the New York State Coaches Association’s Coach of the Year.  He led the Tigers to an LCAA championship, the Section V Championship, the NYS Western Regional Championship and a berth in the NYS Championship in Glens Falls.  They completed the season ranked as the #3 team in New York State Class C.  He still holds the LCAA record of 32 consecutive regular season wins.

Class of 1983, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

This athlete was a starter on the 1981-1982 undefeated LCAA championship basketball team.  He was a three-year letterman in soccer where, as a senior, he was selected as the team’s MVP. 

This individual not only excelled on the tennis court, he flat out dominated the court throughout his six-year varsity career.  He was the most dominant player in the area, capturing an unheard of five Section V singles championships and was the only player in Warsaw tennis history to compete in the New York State Tennis Championships.  To add to his resume, the Warsaw tennis team’s league record during his career was an amazing 49-1.

Coach, 2006 Inductee

Touted as being a great teacher, parent, citizen, athlete and coach, this individual shared his skills coaching Warsaw’s athletes for a period of 37 years.  He has coached soccer, football, basketball, wrestling, cross-country and track and field. Many of the career all-time scoring leaders in girl’s basketball played during his tenure as the varsity girl’s coach.

This coach has led teams to LCAA and Section V Championships in wrestling and track & field.  He has guided many athletes, too many to count, to Section V Championship Titles.  Taken dozens of athletes to the State Championships and even had a NY State champion in the girl’s shot put in 2000.

Class of 1992, Athlete, 2006 Inductee

Touted and respected for her dominating skills as well as her tenacious play, this three sport athlete could do it all.  During her career she was the captain and team MVP in soccer, basketball and softball.  She was selected as an LCAA All-Star in all three sports as a junior and senior. 

In her senior year she was selected as a Section V All-Star in basketball, chosen to play in the prestigious Ronald McDonald Classic and voted the LCAA player of the year.  She also threw a no-hitter against arch-rival Perry. Her 879 points still rank near the top of the career scoring leaders in women’s basketball.