2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees
Athletes:
- Gerhard Kiessling- Swim and Water Polo (1977-78)
- Carol Agamao- Softball (1991-93)
- Chris Lybbert- Rodeo (1972-73 & 1974-76)
- Steve Ish- Basketball (1971-73)
- Mike Ward- Track (1995-97)
- James Brewster Thompson- Wrestling and Track (1972-74)
Faculty / Staff:
- Lloyd Higgins- Football (1981-1992) and Softball (1982 & 1991)
- Joanne Trevino Siems- Support Staff (30+ years)
Volunteers / Supporters:
- Dennis Lehnen, former KSBW Sports Anchor
- George Watkins, former Salinas Californian Sports Writer
Teams:
- 1958 Football
- 1981 Football
- 2005 Men’s Cross Country
Click here to view previous Hall of Fame Inductees!
When
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Why
A Legacy of Success
- Hartnell College has a rich athletic tradition and a long history of success that spans over the past 86 years.
- Hartnell has produced well over 15,000 student-athletes who have not only achieved success in the athletics arena but also in the classroom and in life.
- In the 2022-23 academic year, 90% of Hartnell sophomore student-athletes transferred to a four-year university, and 85% of all student athletes came from high schools in the Salinas Valley.
- 50% of sophomore student-athletes received transfer scholarships and 40% were on their college Honor Roll during the 2021-2022 academic year
