Class of 1996, Hall of Fame Members
Niagara University Basketball Coach In the high stakes world of college basketball, job security is an elusive goal for any coach. The constant pressure to win drives frequent turnover in the coaching ranks, and while many individuals make a career out of pacing the...
Class of 1996, Hall of Fame Members
Wrestling Great and Civic Leader The Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame has honored many individuals who forged a reputation not only as athletes but also as civic leaders and beacons of the Buffalo community. Ilio DiPaolo made his mark as a standout professional...
Class of 1996, Hall of Fame Members
Buffalo Bills Offensive Lineman When the Buffalo Bills drafted three-time All-Big Ten selection and Sporting News All-American Joe DeLamielleure of Michigan State in 1973, an enthusiastic coach Lou Saban proclaimed him the “next Billy Shaw.” Saban’s...
Class of 1996, Hall of Fame Members
Professional Baseball Player and Scout Dan Carnevale’s sports journey began with a three-sport, nine-letter career at St. Joe’s which gained him membership in that school’s Sports Hall of Fame. However, baseball soon took center stage in his life,...
Class of 1996, Hall of Fame Members
High School Athlete and Coach For many members of the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame, the mastery of a single sport has left a lasting impression on Buffalo sports fans. For a few, however, versatility has been the key to fame. The varied talents of Harvey Austin...
