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HERBERT L. BALLARD * BASKETBALL 1962-1966 * HOF 2015
Education
Mr. Ballard attended Bowie State College from 1961-1966 and majored in Secondary Education with a concentration in Math. Mr. Ballard served as the President of the Student Body and Vice President of the Jr. Class. Just to name a few of his academic achievements included attending the Washington Post Small College All- Maryland Team and All Maryland in scoring from 1962-1963. He made all conferences in his Jr. and Sr. year and All Tournament Teams. His most outstanding effort was against Delaware State - 0 points 1st half - 30 points in the second half.
Mr. Ballard’s professional career consisted of the following organizations and titles; Teacher of Math for 5 years in Baltimore County, Sears and General Electric. Mr. Ballard had been with MNCPPC for 28 years. Mr. Ballard is a widower of Mrs. Pauletta C. Ballard (former Ms. Bowie State). He has (4) children, Michele A. Mendez, Myron A. Ballard, Maria A. Ballard and Adrian Delesi, (3) grandchildren, Arbette, Arliss, and Jay Mendez.
Mr. Ballard’s Highlight - When I became a starter my freshman year, then I knew I belong on the college level.
DIONE F. BOWLDING I *FOOTBALL 1972-1975* HOF 2015
Dione F. Bowlding I
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State College / University from 1972 to 1978 and Majored in Business Administration; concentration studies in Accounting.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Four year letterman in both Football and Baseball from 1972 to 1975
- First Bowie State Quarterback in the modern era in 1972
- Member of the 1972 Bowie State Hall Of Fame Football Team
- Member of the 1975 Bowie State Hall of Fame Football Team ranked 1st in the Nation Independence Colleges, and ranked 4th among the top 20 HBCU in the Nation
- NAIADistrict 19 Honorable Mention in 1975
- Averaged over 600 rushing yards each year from 1973 – 1975
- In 1975 scored over 10 Touchdowns either running, catching or throwing the football
- Played on every special team either as placeholder for extra points and field goal attempts, kickoff and punt returner, blocking back and sprint runner on the kickoff team
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Served as Polemarch for Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, in 1975
- Member of the BSU SGA from 1974 to 1978, and 1978 Appreciation Award Recipient
- Served as Resident Assistant Holmes Hall at Bowie State from 1976 - 1977
- Recipient of the 2004 William D. Barber Jr. Chapter Service Award of Blacks In Government
- 2006 Office Of Administration and Resource Management Innovation Award of the United States Environmental Protection Agency
- Office of Administration 1977 – 2011 Distinguished Public Service and Loyal Support Awardee,Environmental Protection Agency
- Two Term Chapter President of the William D. Barber Jr. of Black In Government
- Lifetime Member of Blacks In Government
- Currently serving as an Ordain Deacon at Woodstream Church
- Serving as Chaplin for the Bowie State University Football Team from 2012 - Present
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Federal Government Retiree 2011
- Member of American Aerobic and Fitness Association 2000 - Present
- Kingdom Fitness, Owner 2008 - Present
- Director of Personal Trainer at Fitness 4 Less Bowie Md. 2015
FAMILY
- Married: Cecelia Elaine Bowlding
- Adult Children: Cyprian, Dione II and Jeris Bowlding
- Daughter-In-Laws: Keilah, Malvina and Megan Bowlding
- Grandchildren: Jonathan, Marshall and Jeris Thomas Bowlding
HIGHLIGHTS
- Rushed, Received and Threw for over 900 yards during the Bulldog Season of 1975
CRAIG A. BROWN *BASEBALL 1979-1984* HOF 2015
CRAIG A. BROWN
EDUCATION
Craig A. Brown of Annapolis, M.D. graduated from Bowie State College in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. WE NEED POST BOWIE EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENT
Craig began his athletic career at the age of 5 pitching in a 6 & 7 year old youth softball league. In high school, Craig was an all-county 4A soccer player. At Bowie State, he recorded more wins as a pitcher than any pitcher in Bowie State history (19) and had the most wins (6) in a season twice (1981 & 1982). Mr. Brown started in 3 double headers and over the 4 years he played all positions except center field and catcher. During his college career, Bowie State baseball team: 1980 the team made it to the NAIA District Tournament, 1981 Bowie State received runner-up in the District NAIA Tournament.1982 Bowie State entered the CIAA and won the Championship & 1983, as the team captain the team was runner-up in the CIAA Tournament where he pitched an entire game for a win against St. Paul. Craig had a career batting average of .370 (high of .433 in 1983). Moreover, as a two sport letterman, Craig also holds the record for the longest punt of 82 yards for the Bowie State Football Team.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
In his community, Craig is simply known as Coach. A named bestowed to him by generations of boys and girls that he has coached throughout the years. He served as coach for Bywater Boys & Girls Club (B&GC), Columbia Park Rec. and Glenarden B&GC (Football, Basketball & Soccer). Craig is also AAU coach who has coached for PG Jaguars AAU boys basketball team and currently coaches for Team SOL AAU girls basketball. Craig’s community service extents to his church the First Baptist Church of Glenarden(FBCG) where he faithfully serves on the Male Choir, feed the hungry ministry, Sunday School Teacher and Brothers In Discipleship (BID) ministry.
Craig is a member of Omega Psi Phi and served as a SGA Treasurer.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
He has worked over 30 years in the Accounting and Finance field where he is currently a Business Finance Manager for the Department of the Navy.
FAMILY
Craig is married to his college sweetheart Angela and they have 2 children Justin and Bianca, and is the proud grandparent his lovely granddaughter Kayla.
HIGHLIGHTSEDUCATION
- Bowie State College/University, 1964 - 1968. Majored in Social Studies and received Bachelor of Science Degree in 1968. Honors Graduate - 1968.
- Post Graduate Studies: American University, Georgetown University, and Trinity College.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- All Conference - Basketball 1965 - 1966
- Most Valuable Player (MVP) Bowie State College/University 1965 - 1966
- Men's Basketball Team, Player, from 1964 to 1967
- Assistant Men's Basketball Coach under A.C. Jordan - 1968 - 1969
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Member - Mace's Lane Alumni Association
- Member - Bowie State University National Alumni Association and Member of the Southern Alumni Chapter
- Member - Elvaton Condominium Association, Glen Bernie, Maryland.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- District of Columbia Public Schools - Retired
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools - Retired
FAMILY
- Married: Jacqueline A. Young
- Adult Children: Dr. Michelle Y. Price, and Tya R. Young
- Son-In-Law: Farly Price, Jr.
- Grandson: Farly Price, III
- Brothers - Melvin H. Young, Rochell Young, and Curtis B. Young (Deceased)
- Sister - Alberta Thomas
HIGHLIGHTS
- Maryland State Basketball Champions - Mace's Lane High School - Cambridge, Maryland 1962 & 1962
- Who's Who Among American Universities and Colleges - 1967
- Student Government President - Bowie State University - 1967
- Founder's Day Speaker - Bowie State College/University - 1967
RUDA W. CONWAY * BASEBALL 1978-1981 * HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State College/University from 1978 to 1982 and Majored in Physical Education. Received Bachelor of Science Degree in 1982
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Positions played – Pitcher and Shortstop
- Winning Pitcher in 6 of the 8 Games the Bowie State Baseball Won In 1979
- Winning Pitcher Against Norfolk State College In 1982 to Win the CIAA Baseball Championship
- Total Games won as a Pitcher - 33
- Rookie Of The Year In 1979
- Lead the Team in Home Runs in 1979,1980, 1981,1982
- Career Home Runs – 36
- Career Batting Average – 391
- Co- Captain – 1980,1981,1982
- Career ERA – 2.68
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Greeting Ministry At Zion Church
- Vice-President of the Oak Pond HomeOwners Association
- Member of Zeta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
- PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- McDonald's Corporation – 1983 – 1990 – General Manager/Area Supervisor
- Red Lobster Seafood Company – 1990 – Present – General Manager
FAMILY
- Married: CHERYL MCONWAY
- Adult Children: GIOVANNI, KEVIN, AND LEA
- Grand Children: Deja, Deyanna, and Diamond.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Ruda Conway is the product of a rural (Country Boy) upbringing. His father, Mr. Ed Conway, was his hero and was a major influence in his life. He prepared him for a life of leadership by encouraging him to have a relentless will to be the Best for Himself and Others.
- Ruda is also a proud Charter Member of the Bowie State Collage University Marching Band and Gospel Choir. During that time he also served as the President of the Physical Education Majors Club.
- “What I am most proud of is my growing walk with God. I always like to say, “Be a Blessing to Someone Today.”
ALAN DAVIS * BASEBALL 1979-1982 * HOF 2015
EDUCATION
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
FAMILY
HIGHLIGHTS
ALLYSON HARDY DOBBINS *WOMEN'S BASKETBALL 2001-2005* HO
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State University from 2001-2005. Majored in Psychology. Received Bachelor of Psychology in 2005.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- CIAA Rookie of the Year
- CIAA All-Rookie team
- 3 time CIAA All-Conference team
- 2 time CIAA Player of the year
- Bowie State University All time leading scorer
- 2 time Kodak Division II All-American team
- Bowie State Female Athlete of the Year
- 2 time CIAA All-Tournament Team
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Co-Founder of Dobbins Fundamental Clinics
- City of Bowie (at Bowie City Gym) Basketball Camp Director
- Member of Bowie State National Alumni Association
- Volunteered basketball counselor in Poitiers, France
- Member of FIBA
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Women's Professional Basketball Player
CITIES
- Macedonia
- Romania (Satu Mare)
- Hungry (Nagykanizsa, BSE Budapest)
- France (Nice Basket, COB Calais, SIG Strasbourg)
- Turkey (Burhaniye Belediyesi)
FAMILY
- Married - Anthony Dobbins
- Parents: Herman Hardy, Theresa Hardy
- Brother: Keith James
- Nieces: Briana James, Jaylah James
HIGHLIGHTS
- Scored 50 points in CIAA Tournament
KEVIN J. FLEMING *FOOTBALL 1973-1976* HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State University from 1973 to 1980 and Majored in Social Work.
- (Received a Bachelor of Science in 1980).
- Attended Samuel Dewitt Proctor Seminary at Virginia Union University.
- Sojourner Douglas College (Candidate for Masters of Human Services).
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Baltimore Sun’s Honorable Mention All American in 1976.
- Started four years as an Offensive Guard.
- Captain of Bowie’s Football team in 1976.
- Member of Bowie’s State University football team that was ranked 4th among all Historically Black Colleges and Universities(H.B.C.U.)featured in Jet Magazine’s
- Jet Magazine's Independent Black Colleges Football Champions in 1975.
COMMUNITY SERVICEAND ORGANIZATIONS
- Pastor of the ABBA House Christian Center.
- Associate Minister at Bright Light Baptist Church.
- Volunteer at Christian Life Center’s Food Ministry and Outreach.
- Mentor at Life Pieces to Master Pieces Mentoring program for boys at Drew Elementary School.
- Founder and Director of Camp Hallelujah for at Risk Males (ages 5 to 20).
- 24 year veteran Therapeutic Foster Parent.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Office of Personal Management, Human Resource Manager.
- Department of Juvenile Justice, Case Manager.
- First Home Care, School Based Case Manager.
- Volunteers of America, Residential Counselor.
FAMILY
- Married: Michelle Fleming
- Adult Children: Markeith Fleming, Anthony Bell, Chico Berkley and Danielle Chatman
- Daughter –In- Laws: Tashina Davis-Fleming and Danielle Bell
- Grandchildren: Ajianna Fleming, Kaye-Kaye Fleming, Jordan Bell, Marcus Bell, Eli Bell, Arielle Chatman, Sade Chatman, Kayla Chatman, Antwan Eldridge, and Anthony Eldridge
HIGHLIGHTS
- Starting Offensive Right Guard during the Championship year in 1975 with a 9 and 1 record.
ROBERT STERLING GREEN *FOOTBALL 2004-2006* HOF 2015
Robert Sterling Green
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State College/University from 2004 to 2006 and Majored in Business Management. Received Bachelor of Science 2007.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Record –1st LB in the nation amongst all colleges in Tackles for loss with 137 Yards 20052006.
- First in Sacks amongst Div II LB with 12.5.
- First in CIAA with 12.5 Sacks 20052006.
- Led as Defensive Captain who Ranked 1st Nationally in Div II 20052006.
- NFL draft rated 38th out of 145 LB’s amongst all Colleges and Universities.
- Led Defense to CIAA Championship;
- Selected to HBCU AllAmerican Team as LB 2005/2006.
- Selected to Magnolia AllStar Game in Arkansas.
- Washington Post’s Collegiate “Players to watch” article.
- Selected to AllStar Game as a LB for Baltimore Mariner’s 20082009.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Leader of Men Fellowship at Heaven on Earth Worship Ministries – Anne Arundel County
- Musician of Ministry at Heaven on Earth Worship Ministries Prince George's County Maryland
- Charter Member of Open Doors USA Prince George's County Maryland
- Lifetime Member of the Bowie State University National Alumni Association
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- COMPANIES: Information Technology Specialist Lockheed Martin/ Omnilink.
- Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
FAMILY
- Married: Asrar S. Green
- Children: Alyssa M. Green
- Parents: Robert H.”lite” Green and Leta A. Green
- Siblings: Alexander M.B. Green and Leta B. Green
HIGHLIGHTS
- Record –1st LB in the nation amongst all colleges in Tackles for loss with 137 Yards 2005-2006
MARVIN JACKSON *BASEBALL 1971-1975* HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Bowie State College/University - 1970 to 1974. Majored in Political Science.
Received Bachelor of Arts 1974.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- His career began in 1971 starting every game as a Freshman Outfielder and Pitcher for the Bowie State. This was the first Bowie State Baseball Team to have an overall winning record according to then Head Coach James “Lefty” Wilkerson. Bowie State won the regular season Potomac Intercollegiate Conference Championship against such baseball small college powers at the time as George Mason and Frostburg State, and finished as runnerup in the Conference Tournament.
- In 1972 and 1973, he starting every game and led the team in base hits, walks, batting average, runs scored, and was a team leader in stolen bases, pitching victories and relief appearances.
- He led the starting outfielders during his career in defensive fielding percentage and assists, and his streak of playing every inning of every game from February 1971 until a career ending injury in April 1974, may be the longest in Bulldogs baseball history. He is a two-time Baseball Most Valuable Player in 1972 and in 1973, and he was team captain in 1973 and in 1974, which was an injury shortened senior season.
- He was scouted by the Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants Major League Baseball teams until his injury in 1974.
- Maryland Industrial League and the Southern Maryland Independent Baseball League for over 10 years with several championship teams starting with Brandywine A.C. He led the league in hits, doubles, batting average, fielding, runs scored numerous times in his career. He led the league in home runs, batting average, doubles, and was the League’s Most Valuable Player in 1983. He also was named the League’s Best Sportsman, and was selected to the All Star team every year.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
- Executive Exchange Visiting Professor, Urban League, (South Carolina State and Claflin) 1993 to 1995.
- Head Coach, CYO Basketball, Assumption Parish, Washington, DC.
- Bowie State Bulldog Club: Charter member, Vice President
- Member of the Bowie State University National Alumni Association
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Federal Government: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Personnel Management Specialist; U.S. Department of Energy, Human Resources Specialist. Retired after 28 years.
- Federal Government Contracting: Human Resources Consultant, U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Department of Navy.
- BSU Athletics: Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, Softball. 2009-2011. CIAA Champions 2009, CIAA Runnerup 2010. Recruited three consecutive CIAA Rookie of year winners, and Two CIAA Players of the Year.
- BSU Athletics: Public Address Game Announcer for BSU Football and Basketball from 1993 to Present. Voice of the Bulldogs for 22 consecutive years.
- CIAA Basketball Tournament: Public Address Game Announcer, 1996-1999
- Prince Georges Community Television (CTV): Producer/Host, Metro Scene, The Sideline Report, Around the Diamond and Destinations. Numerous local and national awards for production and talent. CTV Hall of Fame.
FAMILY
- Parents: Howard P. Jackson and Hattie B. Jackson, both deceased
- Adult Children: Jessica K. Jackson, Upper Marlboro, MD
- Siblings: Michael Jackson, deceased, Linda Jackson Smith, and Daryl Jackson
HIGHLIGHTS
Two-Time Bowie State Baseball MVP selection as an outfielder/pitcher.
Started and played in every inning of every Bowie State Baseball game for over three seasons.
MVP of the Southern Maryland Independent Baseball League, and Triple Crown Winner.
ARTHUR MOORE *FOOTBALL 1997-2000* HOF 2015
Education
- Attended Bowie State University (BSU) from 1996‐2000. Received a Bachelor of Science degree
in Business Administration with a concentration in Management (December 2000).
Athletic Achievements
- 1997 ‐ All CIAA 2nd Team selection; Position: Center
- September 8, 1998 ‐ Week 2 CIAA Offensive Lineman of the Week (Center)
- 1999 ‐ BSU Student‐Player Representative on Head Football Coach Search/Hire Committee
- 1999 ‐ BSU Football Team Co‐Captain
- 1999 ‐ All CIAA 1st Team selection (Center)
- 2000 ‐ Black Voices "The Black College Quarterly" Black College All‐American (Center)
Community Service and Organizations
- 2000‐Present ‐ Assistant Offensive Football Coach (Charles Herbert (C.H.) Flowers High School ‐
- '00‐'08 & '10‐'11; BSU ‐ '09; Bowie High School ‐ '12‐Present)
- Member, 1001 Bulldogs Booster Club (Alpha Bulldog)
- Member, BSU National Alumni Association
- Volunteer/Parent, Clinton Jets Boys and Girls Club
Professional Career
- Over 15 years of Personnel and Physical Security experience. Currently employed as a Security
Specialist within the Department of the Navy.
Family
- Married: Shanilla E. Moore
- Children: Bryan J. Moore and Anthony C. Moore
- Parents: Arthur B. Moore, Sr. (deceased) and Rita N. Moore
- Sibling: Lisa N. Moore
Highlights
Over 14 years of football coaching experience in Prince George's County, Maryland. Taught,
mentored, and coached over 400 student athletes. Most of the young men (predominately
African Americans) graduated from high school to attend and graduate from two year and four
year colleges/universities. Eight of the young men advanced to play professional football (active rosters and/or practice squads).
JOHN SIDNEY SHEPPARD *FATHER OF THE HALL OF FAME* BASKETBALL
EDUCATION
John Sidney Sheppard, aka J. Sidney Sheppard, attended the Maryland State Teachers College at Bowie, known today as Bowie State University. He graduated from Bowie in 1947, with a Degree in Education, which was four years behind his original classmates due to a tour of duty in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Sheppard received an honorable discharge at the rank of Second Lieutenant.
Mr. Sheppard went on to earn a Master's Degree in Physical Education in 1954 from New York University.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
Mr. Sheppard is a four year lettermen in Men's Basketball and after serving his time in the U.S. Army, he was proclaimed as one of the most outstanding players on the team. Mr. Sheppard is widely recognized as the "Father" of the Bowie State College Hall of Fame because it was at his direction, as President of the Bowie State College Alumni Association, that the Bowie State College Hall of Fame was reconstituted.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
Mr. Sheppard is a former, twice elected, President of the Bowie State University Alumni Association, Inc. and a Lifetime Member. He is a Member of the Fred Carroll Alumni Chapter and he is a Member and Former Chairman of the BSU Foundation. Sidney Sheppard is also a Former member and Chairman of the Bowie State College Board of Visitors.
In addition to being active with BSU, Sidney Sheppard is involved in several other community endeavors. He is the Executive Director of the William T. Dorsey Educational Fund, an organization that makes an annual monetary contribution to Bowie State. He was the Executive Director of the David Shockley Foundation, which has an established endowed scholarship at Bowie State University. He is the Vice President of the Former Students of Robert Moton High School, Inc. Sidney is a member of James Mosher Associates, one of Baltimore's outstanding little league associations. He managed a team for James Mosher for over 12 years and also served as the organization's President, Chairman of the Board, General Manager, Commissioner, and Secretary. Mr. Sheppard is also a founding member of the Zeus, Inc., a men's social and service club, and is an active member of the White Rock United Methodist Church in Sykesville.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Mr. Sheppard served for over 37 years as a Teacher, Coach, and Administrator in the State of Maryland's Public School system, with his last assignment as the Department Chair of Physical Education at Calverton Junior High in Baltimore.
FAMILY
Sidney was married to Evelyn Pritchett, Class of 1947, for 37 years until her death in August 1988. Sidney and Evelyn had two children, John Sidney Sheppard, Jr. (deceased) and Traci Sheppard Allotey. Sidney is a proud grandfather to three - Lori Sheppard, Kaaya Allotey, and Cameron Allotey.
STEPHANIE VERNICE OVERTON STANARD, PH.D., HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University and majored in Human Development with a concentration in Adult Learning and Human Resource Development. Received Doctorate of Philosophy in 2013
- Attended Bowie State University from 1986 to 1993 and majored in Broadcasting/ Journalism and Organizational Communications with a minor in Human Resource Management. Received Bachelor of Science in 1990 and Master of Science in 1993
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Crimson Heat All-Star Cheerleading Parent Competition Team, 2004-2008
- CIAA Cheerleader of the Year, 1989
- Collegiate All-American Cheerleader, 1988-1990
- Captain, Bowie State University Cheerleading Squad, 1987-1990
- Cheerleader, Bowie State University. 1986-1990
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Member - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (Zeta Delta Chapter, Spring 89)
- Lifetime Member - Bowie State University National Alumni Association
- Volunteer - Happy Helpers for the Homeless in Glen Burnie, Maryland
- Parent Liaison and Dancer - First Class Dance Studio in Temple Hills, Maryland
- Member - Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA)
- Member - Human Resource Leadership Forum (HRLF)
- Member - American Association of Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE)
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) - Senior Counterintelligence Strategist for Stakeholder Engagement; Human Capital, Senior Program Manager; Director, Community Workforce Development; and Deputy Director, Corporate Operations
- Bowie State University, College of Professional Studies, Department of BehavioralSciences & Human Services,Master of Arts in Human Resource Development Program - Adjunct Professor
- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) , Office of Inspector General - Senior Human Capital Strategist; CIA Liaison to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Office of Human Development; Chief of Staff for Human Capital; and Senior Consultant for Workforce Development
- U.S. Postal Service, Inspection Service- Manager. Training Needs Assessment & Executive Resources
- Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and US Customs Service - Employee Development Specialist
FAMILY
- Married: Sherrod Melvin Stanard
- Children: Starr Vernice, Simone Denise and Sherron Pearl
- Mother: Pearl Lewis Sheppard
- Brother: Stephen Lewis Overton
- God sister: Tamika Moore Clarke and Godsons: Phillip Shatteen, Jr. and Duran Augustine Tazewell
HIGHLIGHTS
- Bowie State University National Alumni Association Spirit Award, 2014
- Miss Bowie State University, 1989-1990 (BSU 125th Anniversary)
- First Bowie State Cheerleader to win CIAA Cheerleader of the Year, 1989
- Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, 1989-1990
- United States Achievement Academy National Collegiate Award, 1990
S. SCOTT STROTHERS *FOOTBALL 1994-1997* HOF 2015
EDUCATION
· Attended Bowie State University from 1994 to 2003.
· Received Bachelor of Science degree in 2003.
· Attended Towson University from 2009 to 2012. Received Master of Music degree in 2012.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
· Played IFL football with the Erie Invaders in 2000
· Athletic Career began as a running back in 1994.
· Freshmen year had the highest team average per carry.
· Also lead the team in rushing his senior year that helped the Bulldogs turn the corner into the winning column.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
· Serves on the trustee ministry for the Fountain Baptist Church in East Baltimore City
· Member of the BSU Southern Alumni Chapter
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
Public School Teacher
· Harford County Public Schools, Band Director/Music Teacher
· Music & Arts, Trumpet Teacher
· Professional Jazz Trumpeter
FAMILY
· Married: Geri E. Strother
· Children: Emmett H. Strother
HIGHLIGHTS
· Freshmen year averaged 8.5 yards per carry against the 8th ranked Division II team in the nation. (New Haven University)
· Ran for 149 yards and a 40 yard touchdown against Cheney University in September of 1997
BARBARA (FOREST) THOMPSON *WOMEN'S BASKETBALL 1962-1967 HOF
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State College/University from 1962-1966, majored in Elementary Education. Received Bachelor of Science degree in 1966
- Master’s Equivalent from George Washington University
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Bowie State University Varsity Girls Basketball (1962-1966). Received Varsity Letter
- Miss Varsity B
- Bowie State Hall of Fame inductee 1976
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Lifetime member of Bowie State University Alumni Association
- St. Mary’s County Retired Teachers’ Association
- Member of St. Aloysius Church, Leonardtown, MD
- Co-Chair of St. Mary’s County Fair
- Participant in Christmas in April
- Meals on Wheels Program
- Sunday School Teacher
- Member of St. Mary’s County chapter of the NAACP
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Retired Educator of 34 years from the St. Mary’s County Public Schools
- Who’s Who Among American Teachers
- Disney Achievement in Education Award
FAMILY
- Adult Child: Dr. Nocola Williams
- Son-in Law: Quincy Williams
- Grandchildren: Corrine Williams (Bachelor’s Degree in Professional Studies from the Culinary Institute of America; Quinten Williams (4.4 GPA at Leonardtown High School)
HIGHLIGHTS
- Scored last two points to win the game against Lincoln State
- Playing an active role in the lives of countless students throughout my career. (Being invited to the many milestone events (weddings, graduations ) of those students.
Dr. RONALD J. WILLIAMS *BASEBALL 1968-1988* HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Attended Bowie State University from 1984 to 1989 receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance.
- From 1992-1994 attended BSU seeking a Masters ofFinancial Management.
- Received Masters of Theology in 2001 from St. Mary’s Seminary and University.
- In 2006, received a Doctor of Ministry from The Graduate Theological Foundation &Oxford University.
- Doctor of Philosophy ABD at The Graduate Theological Foundation & Oxford University 2014.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- Four year starter for Bowie State
- 1986 Bowie State MVP
- 1986 Led CIAA in batting with an average of 507
- Bowie State Team Captain for three years (sophomore-senior years)
- Played six years in the Continental Semi-Pro League
- Invitational tryout with Minnesota Twins and Kansas City Royals
- 1988 USAA Scholastic All American
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- 21 years youth Baseball coach (James Mosher, Edreco, Forest Park, and Randallstown League)
- Served on the Board of Directors for My Brother’s Keeper men’s community outreach program
- 2006 Outstanding Service –community service award
- Former Chaplain of Bowie Metropolitan Alumni Association
- Former Chaplain of Bowie National Alumni Association
- Former Chaplain of Pi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- Recipient of Founders Award of Pi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- Vice Basileus of Pi Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity
- Treasurer of Shiloh CC Church
- Chairman of Trustee Board of Shiloh CC Church
- Associate Minister of Shiloh CC Church
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- Social Security Administration: Parallel Specialist
FAMILY
- Married: Angelia R. Williams
- Children: Jaron, Joshua, Serenity Williams
- Grandchild: Janiyah Williams
BERNARD YOUNG *MENS BASKETBALL 1965-1967* HOF 2015
EDUCATION
- Bowie State College/University, 1964 - 1968. Majored in Social Studies and received Bachelor of Science Degree in 1968. Honors Graduate - 1968.
- Post Graduate Studies: American University, Georgetown University, and Trinity College.
ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS
- All Conference - Basketball 1965 - 1966
- Most Valuable Player (MVP) Bowie State College/University 1965 - 1966
- Men's Basketball Team, Player, from 1964 to 1967
- Assistant Men's Basketball Coach under A.C. Jordan - 1968 - 1969
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND ORGANIZATIONS
- Member - Mace's Lane Alumni Association
- Member - Bowie State University National Alumni Association and Member of the Southern Alumni Chapter
- Member - Elvaton Condominium Association, Glen Bernie, Maryland.
PROFESSIONAL CAREER
- District of Columbia Public Schools - Retired
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools - Retired
FAMILY
- Married: Jacqueline A. Young
- Adult Children: Dr. Michelle Y. Price, and Tya R. Young
- Son-In-Law: Farly Price, Jr.
- Grandson: Farly Price, III
- Brothers - Melvin H. Young, Rochell Young, and Curtis B. Young (Deceased)
- Sister - Alberta Thomas
HIGHLIGHTS
- Maryland State Basketball Champions - Mace's Lane High School - Cambridge, Maryland 1962 & 1962
- Who's Who Among American Universities and Colleges - 1967
- Student Government President - Bowie State University - 1967
- Founder's Day Speaker - Bowie State College/University - 1967
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL *3X CIAA CHAMPIONS 1996-1999* HOF 2015
1999 - CIAA CHAMPIONS
Nakia Butler, Monique (Vaughn) Drummond, Brenda (Jackson) Gray, Naronda Leggett. Jessie Hicks, Sharna Gray (Garrett), Douglas Robins
Rebecca Rolle, Tenille (Thomas) Stokes, Dawn Shawntel Lewis, Clarence Williams, Denay Fields, Trenita Shields, Keisha Todd, Kaymina Thompson
Jocelyn Williams
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL *CIAA CHAMPIONS 1996-1997* HOF 2015
Head Coach: Edward C. Davis
Assistant Coaches: Douglas Robertson and Jessie Hicks
Manager: Moniques R. White-Chiselom
Team Members: Rashida Brooks, Anita (Creek) Thomas, Dawn Hancock, Brenonda Jackson-Gray, Neleya Lee, Brandey (Lemons) Blunt, Yolanda Matthews, Kimberly (McCall) Ford, Uti Middleton, Rebecca Rolle, Noell (White) Grant, Tarsha (Wilson) Cavanaugh and Beverly Winstead
FOOTBALL *JET MAGAZINE'S 1975 INDEPENDENT BLACK COLLEGE FOOT
Head Coach Clarence Thomas Offensive Coordinator • Robert Caldwell Defensive Coordinator Jerry Ricucci
Coach Sidney Hall Coach Fred Sumrall
Donald Ball - Captain, Dwaine Bryant, Harvey Collier, Ronald Evan, Sid Gardner, Larry Hawkins, Charles Jackson, Randy kinney, Ervin Mcbride, Kevin Mitchell, Gregory Parks, Norris Roy, Earl Speights - Captain, Phil Vaughn, Donald Williams, Stewart Benn, Tony Byrum, Mike Collins, Dennis Fleming, Mike-Collins, Raymond Gerald, Vernon Henderson, James Jones, George lee, Andre McCollough, Ricardo Mitchell, Steve Pittman, Ricky Simmons, Melvin, Stokes, MdVln Stokes, Aubrey Waddy, Floyd Williams, Dione Bowlding, Milton, Carr, Tony C:osby, Kevin Fleming, Tim Hall, William Holiday, Paul Jones, Butch Lyons, Gregory McCollough - Captain, David Nickens, Richard Rolle, Brian Smith, Michael Thomas, Stanley Walder, L.eo, Melvin Beckwith, Antonio Clatterbuck, Charles Davis, Brian Freeman, Alvin Hailstorks, Arthur Jackson
Richard Kelly, Jacques Maultsby, Wilkins McNair, Arcie O'Neil, Greg Rosser, Bruce Smith, William Valentine, Kerry Whitehood, William Travers
Athletic Director: A.C. Jordan Sports information Director: Willie Mason
Cheerleaders: Regina Guyther Captain: Sharon Henderson, Valerie (Taylor) Hebert Smith, Sheila Thorne Valentine. Tywanna Henry
Trainers: Fred Mathis and Ronnie