As of 2021: 180 Hall of Fame Members! 37 women & 143 men
WILLIAM JAMES CAPONE, Class of 1966
WILLIAM JAMES CAPONE Class of 1966 Inducted in 1990 Combining outstanding speed and agility, Bill Capone dazzled Lowell High opponents on both the gridiron and the baseball diamond during his tenure with the Red and Gray. As a three-year starter at halfback for Coach Ray Riddick’s Red Raider Powerhouses of the mid–1960’s, Bill worked numerous… [Read more bio info]
MICHAEL GREGORY BERTOS, Class of 1986
MICHAEL GREGORY BERTOS Class of 1986 Inducted in 2002 Perhaps the most accomplished soccer player in the history of the Lowell High School program, Michael Bertos earned significant honors at the local, state and national levels during his careers at both Lowell High and later at Division I NCAA power Boston University. Mike’s achievements have served… [Read more bio info]
GEORGE F. “MIKE” HAGGERTY, Class of 1912
GEORGE “MIKE” HAGGERTY Class of 1912 Inducted in 1986 A famous athlete himself, Mike Haggerty lettered in baseball, football, and track at both Lowell High School and Boston College. However, it was as a track coach at Lowell High School that Mike left on indelible mark on several generations of Lowell High School athletes. Mike… [Read more bio info]
CAMILLE “BUTCH” FREDIANI, Class of 1961
CAMILLE “BUTCH” FREDIANI CLASS of 1961 Inducted in 2000 Blessed with outstanding quickness, Camille “Butch” Frediani etched a permanent place for himself in the annals of Lowell High School athletics through his exploits on the football field and the track under the tutelage of legendary Hall of Fame coaches Ray Riddick and George “Mike” Haggerty.… [Read more bio info]
JOE DURKIN, Class of 1996
Joe Durkin Class of 1996 Inducted in 2014 Displaying a set of skills relevant to two disparate athletic activities, Joseph B. Durkin carved his name into the annals of Lowell High School sports and beyond, in addition to achieving honors in the classroom. As a member of the Lowell High School Swim team Joe was… [Read more bio info]
MELISSA BURNS BOTTO, Class of 1994
MELISSA BURNS BOTTO Class of 1994 Inducted in 2006 One of a number of outstanding performers for Coach Barbara Smith’s powerhouse Lowell High School Girls teams of the late 1980’s and early 1990’s, Melissa Burns Botto etched her name in the record books as one of the premier freestyle swimmers in school history. Melissa made… [Read more bio info]
WILLIAM “BILLY” MOLONEY, Class of 1974
William “Billy” Moloney Class of 1974 Inducted in 2014 Performing as a stalwart pitcher on Coach Mike Skaff’s Lowell High School Baseball teams of the early 1970’s, William F. Moloney embarked on an athletic journey that ultimately saw him play a key role in the success of several Major League baseball teams. As a member… [Read more bio info]
EARLE F. MCQUAIDE, Class of 1975
EARLE F. MCQUAIDE Class of 1975 Inducted in 1998 A scholar-athlete in the true sense of the word, Earle McQuaide enjoyed a tremendously successful athletic career in a most demanding sport, while compiling an equally impressive academic record, including National Honor Society Membership at Lowell High School, Deans List honors at the University of Rhode… [Read more bio info]
CHRISTOPHER W. BURNS, Class of 1997
Christopher W. Burns Class of 1997 Inducted in 2014 A truly versatile performer in an era of increasing athletic specialization, Christopher W. Burns won a variety of honors representing Lowell High School in three different sports. Chris continued his exploits in college, achieving the rare distinction of being a two-sport athlete at the NCAA Division… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN J. MARTIN, Class of 1968
BRIAN J. MARTIN Class of 1968 Inducted in 1996 One of a number of outstanding athletes from the Class of 1968, Brian Martin was a key member of both the basketball and baseball teams for the Red & Gray. A two-year starter for the basketball team, Brian Co-Captained the 1967–68 team that qualified for… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT LEE LEKITES, Class of 1952
ROBERT LEE LEKITES Class of 1952 Inducted in 2017 One of the most versatile athletes of the Coach Ray Riddick Era at Lowell High School, Bob Lekites’ contributions to the success of the Red and Gray gridiron juggernauts of the late 1940’s and early 1950’s encompassed all aspects of the sport. A well-rounded athlete, Bob… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN AKASHIAN, Class of 1996
BRIAN T. AKASHIAN Class of 1996 Inducted in 2011 One of the most prolific scorers in the history of Lowell High Hockey, Brian Akashian’s stellar career bridged a time when the very existence of the program was in doubt to a period when Lowell High School developed into one of the premier hockey programs in… [Read more bio info]
WALTER WEWIORSKI, Class of 1938
WALTER WEWIORSKI Class of 1938 Inducted in 1989 Walter Wewiorski was another of the great all-around athletes of Lowell High School in what might be considered LHS’s “Golden Years” for outstanding athletes–in the 1930’s. On the gridiron Walter was a versatile performer–a rugged fullback who also possessed a strong passing arm and a hard-nosed linebacker.… [Read more bio info]
GEORGE FORD, Class of 1944
GEORGE FORD Class of 1944 Inducted in 1989 Labeled by a Boston newspaper as Lowell High School’s “Best Back in 20 Years,” George Ford carved out a niche for himself in the illustrious history of Lowell High Football. During his 4 years in the Red and Gray backfield, he dazzled teammates and opponents alike with… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN GAGNON, Class of 2005
Brian Gagnon Class of 2005 Inducted in 2015 Perhaps the most accomplished performer in the long and storied history of the Lowell High School Track and Field program, Brian Gagnon achieved a myriad of championships, records and awards in three distinct phrases of his athletic career at the local, state, regional, and national levels. A… [Read more bio info]
WALTER “TICKI” KULIS, Class of 1948
WALTER “TICKI” KULIS Class of 1948 Inducted in 1995 One of the outstanding three-sport athletes of the 1940’s, Walter “Ticki” Kulis was a key member of the Red & Gray football, basketball, and track teams during his tenure on Kirk Street. As team Captain of legendary Lowell High School Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick’s… [Read more bio info]
NICHOLAS LAKIN, Class of 1973
NICHOLAS LAKIN Class of 1973 Inducted in 2012 Making solid contributions to some of legendary Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi’s strongest teams during the early 1970’s, Nick Lakin earns his place in the Hall of Fame with distinction and honor. Breaking into an impressive varsity lineup as a sophomore (1970-1971), Nick compiled an… [Read more bio info]
DAVID CREMIN, Class of 1987
DAVID CREMIN Class of 1987 Inducted in 1999 One of the most diligent and dedicated distance runners in the long history of the Lowell High School Track and Cross Country programs, David Cremin became the most successful runner during the tenure of highly successful Coach Phil Maia. Labeled by Coach Maia as perhaps the most… [Read more bio info]
WILLIAM WOOD, Class of 1938
WILLIAM WOOD Class of 1938 Inducted in 1990 Blessed with outstanding natural speed, Bill Wood can lay legitimate claim to the title of Lowell High School’s all-time fastest sprinter. Bill employed that great speed to gain success on both the track and the football field as yet another of the brilliant group of athletes who… [Read more bio info]
PETER F. QUINLAN, Class of 1980
PETER F. QUINLAN Class of 1980 Inducted in 1992 Voted the most Outstanding Athlete of the Class of 1980 at Lowell High School, Peter Quinlan earned a reputation as one of the most versatile Red Raider athletes of recent years. On the gridiron, Peter displayed outstanding athleticism by performing at no fewer than 9 different… [Read more bio info]
RAMON RIVERA, Class of 1985
RAMON RIVERA Class of 1985 Inducted in 2006 Renowned as perhaps the most outstanding player in the long history of the Lowell High School Boys Basketball program, Ramon Rivera was the dominant force of the golden era of Red Raider basketball under Coach Charlie Ryan during the 1980’s. A rare 4-year varsity starter, Ramon made… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN DURKIN, Class of 1998
Brian P. Durkin Class of 1998 Inducted in 2010 A student-athlete in the truest sense of the word, Brian P. Durkin earned well-deserved plaudits and honors in both the academic and athletic arenas during his careers at Lowell High School and later at Boston College. Brian was a member of the National Honor Society in… [Read more bio info]
PETER FREDERICK MARTIN, Class of 1978
PETER FREDERICK MARTIN Class of 1978 Inducted in 1991 A member of a well-known Lowell athletic family, Peter Martin etched a significant place for himself in the athletic histories of both Lowell High School and Trinity College. As a Quarterback for Coaches Ray Riddick and Walter Nelson, Peter totaled 17 touchdown passes during the 1976–1977… [Read more bio info]
THOMAS PAUL MACHADO, Class of 1963
Thomas Paul Machado Class of 1963 Inducted in 2009 One of the most rugged and hard-working players for legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick, Tom Machado earned his place among the pantheon of outstanding football stars of the golden era of Lowell High School football during the Riddick years. Tom was a solid defender… [Read more bio info]
JOHN CARLTON ABRAMS, Class of 1946
JOHN CARLTON ABRAMS Class of 1946 Inducted in 1996 One of the truly dominant sprinters of the Hall of Fame Coach George “Mike” Haggerty era at Lowell High School, John Abrams achieved success at the Local, State, and New England levels during his four-year track career. A Two-Year Captain, John led the Red & Gray… [Read more bio info]
THOMAS “TIPPER” DURKIN, Class of 1973
Thomas “Tipper” Durkin Class of 1973 Inducted in 2008 A multi-talented athlete, Thomas “Tipper” Durkin earned distinction on the football gridirons and the baseball diamonds at both Lowell High School and the University of Lowell during the 1970’s. Tipper displayed impressive versatility as a member of legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick’s vaunted Lowell… [Read more bio info]
LARRY MACHADO, Class of 1979
LARRY MACHADO Class of 1979 Inducted in 2012 Despite his relative lack of physical stature, Larry Machado cast a giant shadow from the mound over hitters throughout the high school and college baseball worlds during his careers at Lowell High School and Brandeis University. A starting outfielder for the Red and Gray during his junior… [Read more bio info]
CHRISTIN DONAHUE MONAGHAN, Class of 1997
CHRISTIN DONAHUE MONAGHAN Class of 1997 Inducted in 2018 A dedicated contributor to the Lowell High School Swim program, Christin Donahue enjoyed an outstanding career as a competitor before returning to the LHS pool to rejuvenate the team as its head coach. Christin played a significant role in the Raiders’ success during her four years… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT T. HARRINGTON, Class of 1962
Robert T. Harrington Class of 1962 Inducted in 2016 The embodiment of the ancient philosophical dictum mens sana in corpore sano, a sound mind in a sound body, Robert T. Harrington takes his place as perhaps the most accomplished student-athlete in the long and storied history of Lowell High School. Bob served as a stalwart… [Read more bio info]
RAUNNY ROSARIO, Class of 2000
Raunny Rosario Class of 2000 Inducted in 2014 Refusing to be frustrated by the effects of a tragic childhood accident that caused him to lose the vision in his right eye, Raunny Rosario persevered and developed into one of the most prolific running backs in the long and storied history of the Lowell High School… [Read more bio info]
DANIEL BARROS, Class of 1987
DANIEL BARROS Class of 1987 Inducted in 2007 Despite not being huge in physical stature Dan Barrows was a giant on the basketball court and the baseball field, parlaying his blinding speed and quickness into a career that mark him as one of the outstanding performers at Lowell High School during the 1980’s. Dan started… [Read more bio info]
GEORGE BOSSI
GEORGE BOSSI Inducted in 2002 One of the most highly successful coaches of the entire 100-plus year history of Lowell High School Athletics, George Bossi has earned renown at the local, state, regional, and national levels during a career that has spanned 5 decades as Lowell High’s wrestling coach. During George’s tenure at the helm… [Read more bio info]
JAMES FRANCIS FALLON, Class of 1949
JAMES FRANCIS FALLON Class of 1949 Inducted in 1993 One of the outstanding three-sport athletes of his era, Jimmy Fallon transferred to Lowell High School from Keith Academy and quickly established himself as a key performer on the Red and Gray Football, Basketball, and Baseball teams. Jim was the Quarterback on Coach Ray Riddick’s first… [Read more bio info]
PAUL MCNEIL, Class of 2003
PAUL MCNEIL Class of 2003 Inducted in 2018 “He’s a competitor. He only knows one way and that’s straight ahead.” Those words spoken by Hall of Fame Wrestling Coach George Bossi were certainly appropriate when he uttered them in reference to Paul McNeil, who overcame his relatively small physical stature, and a devastating and potentially… [Read more bio info]
LOU ATHANAS, Class of 1932
LOU ATHANAS Class of 1932 Inducted in 1989 An outstanding three-sport athlete at Lowell High School, Lou Athanas continued on to an inspirational career as a collegiate and semi-pro athlete, coach, official and organizer of youth athletic events. At Lowell High School, Lou was a standout football, basketball, and baseball player. He was selected as… [Read more bio info]
KRISTINE BOTTO DRUST, Class of 1997
KRISTINE BOTTO DRUST Class of 1997 Inducted in 2007 One of the most versatile female athletes in the history of Lowell High School, Kristine Botto received numerous honors in 3 sports for the Red and Gray before reaching the pinnacle of the collegiate sports world by earning All-American honors in softball at University of Massachusetts… [Read more bio info]
DAVID FRANCIS STECCHI, Class of 1954
DAVID FRANCIS STECCHI Class of 1954 Inducted in 1995 One at the truly dynamic football/track athletes of the early 1950’s, Dave Stecchi carved a niche for himself in the annals of Lowell High School Athletics. A dominating two-way end, Dave was one of the mainstays of Coach Ray Riddick’s undefeated state championship elevens in 1952–1953.… [Read more bio info]
JEFFREY A. LAMBERT, Class of 1973
JEFFREY A. LAMBERT Class of 1973 Inducted in 1996 Working under legendary Coach George Bossi, Jeff Lambert established a reputation as one of the most outstanding performers in the history of the Lowell High School Wrestling Program. A Four-Year Varsity performer, Jeff was runner-up in 1971 in both the prestigious Lowell Holiday Tournament and the… [Read more bio info]
GAIL REYNOLDS FRANK, Class of 1983
Gail F. Reynolds Class of 1983 Inducted in 2010 One of the prime catalysts in the early development of girl’s sports at Lowell High School, Gail Reynolds played significant roles in the expansion of the Girls Track program and the establishment of the Girls Swim program on Kirk Street. Gail’s talent, leadership, and enthusiasm were… [Read more bio info]
PAUL FRANCIS DOWLING, Class of 1970
PAUL FRANCIS DOWLING Class of 1970 Inducted in 2013 Competing in an era replete with three sport athletes at Lowell High School, Paul Dowling might have been the most impressive of them all as he learned the tools of the athletic trade from three Hall of Fame coaches, eventually winning nine varsity letters. A three-year… [Read more bio info]
CHRISTOPHER GREEN, Class of 1989
CHRISTOPHER GREEN Class of 1989 Inducted in 2000 One of the most versatile athletes in the storied history of Lowell High School, Christopher Green competed in no fewer than five sports–baseball, football, track, golf, and basketball–during his years as a Red Raider, winning varsity letters in four of them. One of the most devastating hitters… [Read more bio info]
HENRY J. MAZUR, Class of 1937
HENRY J. MAZUR Class of 1937 Inducted in 1986 One of Lowell High School’s greatest all-round athletes, Henry Mazur lettered in four sports for the Red and Gray. Hank was accorded All-State Honors on the gridiron his senior year. He won a City Batting Crown while leading the baseball team and starred on a New… [Read more bio info]
THOMAS “TINY” SHEEHAN, Class of 1961
THOMAS “TINY” SHEEHAN Class of 1961 Inducted in 1998 One of the truly versatile athletes of the late 1950’s–early 1960’s, Thomas “Tiny” Sheehan earned an impressive 10 varsity letters as a three-sport performer at Lowell High School. Despite his relatively small physical stature (5’8″, 155 pounds), Tom was a formidable two-way performer at guard and… [Read more bio info]
EDMUND D. MURPHY, JR., Class of 1937
EDMUND D. MURPHY, JR. Class of 1937 Inducted in 1986 Renowned as one of the leading high school football coaches in Massachusetts at Dracut High School, Ed Murphy’s athletic roots reach back to Lowell High School where his track coach Mike Haggerty considered him one of the greatest athletes he coached in over 40 years… [Read more bio info]
BRENDA BENOIT COADY, Class of 1981
Brenda Benoit Coady Class of 1981 Inducted in 2008 Combining natural talent, agility, grace, and athleticism, Brenda Benoit Coady developed into perhaps the most accomplished performer in the history of the Lowell High School gymnastics program. Competing in a sport that usually demanded full time year-round involvement. Brenda was a two-and sometimes threeseason athlete at… [Read more bio info]
ROSE O’NEIL, Class of 1928
ROSE O’NEIL Class of 1928 Inducted in 1990 Called by many “The Babe Didrikson Zaharias of Lowell,” Rose O’Neil must certainly rank as the City’s greatest all-time female athlete. Despite never having had the opportunity to compete for the Red and Gray (due to the absence of girls sports at Lowell High School during her… [Read more bio info]
KATRINA LUTKUS, Class of 2005
KATRINA LUTKUS Class of 2005 Inducted in 2017 Undoubtedly the most outstanding sprinter of the new millennium for Lowell High School, Katrina Lutkus blazed the track for the Red and Gray as a dominant force in the Merrimack Valley Conference and beyond. While she played one year of varsity Soccer, it was as a member… [Read more bio info]
GEORGE JAMES SPANEAS, Class of 1952
GEORGE JAMES SPANEAS Class of 1952 Inducted in 1987 One of the mainstays of the great early Ray Riddick powerhouses, George was a sophomore starter at end on Lowell’s first Eastern Massachusetts State Class A Championship football team in 1949. George was a consensus All-Scholastic selection at end in both his junior and senior years.… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH S. KULIS, Class of 1940
JOSEPH S. KULIS Class of 1940 Inducted in 1992 Renowned as both a player and coach at Lowell High School, Joe Kulis has left an indelible stamp on several decades of fans and student athletes in the Greater Lowell area. A solid 3-sport athlete at Lowell High School, Joe ran track and played baseball for… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT J. HODGE, Class of 1973
ROBERT J. HODGE Class of 1973 Inducted in 1998 From his days as a skinny Rogers School 9th grader first exploring the world of cross country to his days in the international spotlight as one of the world’s outstanding distance runners, soft-spoken Bob Hodge quietly compiled an impressive dossier of accomplishments that have securely established… [Read more bio info]
BRUCE MICHAEL DESMOND, Class of 1972
Bruce Michael Desmond Class of 1972 Inducted in 2016 A rare three-year, two-way varsity performer for legendary Hall of Fame Football Coach Ray Riddick, Bruce Desmond was an offensive and defensive catalyst for the Red and Gray gridiron juggernaut during that golden era of Lowell High School Football. Bruce competed in both Indoor and Outdoor… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN DAVID MCMAHON, Class of 1978
BRIAN DAVID McMAHON Class of 1978 Inducted in 2005 Overcoming troublesome leg and hip problems as a youngster, Brian McMahon joined Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi’s Lowell High School wrestling program as a freshman and proceeded to become one of the rarities: a four-year varsity performer for the Red and Gray. Brian was a… [Read more bio info]
PATRICK MORASSE, Class of 2002
PATRICK MORASSE Class of 2002 Inducted in 2012 A four-year varsity performer for Coaches Phil Maia and Jim Deprofio in cross country, indoor track, and outdoor track, Pat Morasse’s achievements stand as testimony to his excellence as an athlete.During his career at Lowell High School and then the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, Pat won honors… [Read more bio info]
LAURIE TUCKER DESCHENEAUX, Class of 1991
LAURIE TUCKER DESCHENEAUX Class of 1991 Inducted in 2002 One of the truly outstanding middle distance runners in the history of Lowell High School, Laurie Tucker Descheneaux achieved significant honors at the local, state, regional, and national levels during her careers at both Lowell High and later at University of Massachusetts at Lowell. During her high… [Read more bio info]
RUTH MERRILL BAILEY, Class of 1905
Ruth Merrill Bailey Class of 1905 Inducted in 2009 Competing in the nascent era of Lowell High School athletics and the early years of the sport of basketball more than one hundred years ago, Ruth Bailey established benchmarks in girls’ basketball that will unlikely ever be equaled. While admittedly competing in an era when the… [Read more bio info]
BRENT NELSON, Class of 1965
BRENT NELSON Class of 1965 Inducted in 1988 Renowned for his remarkable quickness and athletic ability, Brent Nelson became one of the outstanding football quarterbacks of the Ray Riddick era at Lowell High School. Brent started his Lowell High football career as the varsity punter on the 1961 Raider eleven that traveled to the Gator… [Read more bio info]
RICHARD JOHN GAUTHIER, Class of 1967
RICHARD JOHN GAUTHIER Class of 1967 Inducted in 1993 Combining toughness and athletic ability, Richard “Gouch” Gauthier established himself as one of the most versatile athletes of the 1960’s at Lowell High School. As a member of Coach Ray Riddick’s Red and Gray football teams, Dick was a two-year starter at offensive Guard and Defensive… [Read more bio info]
JAMES PHILIP LISTON, Class of 1917
JAMES PHILIP LISTON Class of 1917 Inducted in 1988 One of the outstanding three-sport athletes of early Lowell High School athletic history, Jim Liston later returned to his Alma Mater as football, basketball, and baseball coach of many of the outstanding athletes of the 1920’s and 1930’s. Jim was a hard running, high scoring halfback… [Read more bio info]
BRENDAN W. AKASHIAN, Class of 2004
BRENDAN W. AKASHIAN Class of 2004 Inducted in 2018 A standout performer in two sports, Brendan Akashian expanded his athletic profile with significant success at both the collegiate and professional levels en route to securing his place in the annals of Lowell High School athletic history. Brendan was a four-year varsity member of the Lowell… [Read more bio info]
IGNATIUS A. “JIM” CISZEK, Class of 1942
Dr. Ignatius Aloysius Ciszek Class of 1942 Inducted in 2010 The recipient of numerous honors at the local, state, regional, and national levels, Dr. Ignatius (James) Ciszek ha s left an indelible legacy of service to the Greater Lowell and University of Massachusetts at Lowell communities that is unparalleled. Dr. Ciszek, known as Jim or… [Read more bio info]
CHERYL LAUZIERE, Class of 1981
CHERYL LAUZIERE Class of 1981 Inducted in 1998 One of the truly outstanding Lowell High School athletes of the late 1970’s-early 1980’s, Cheryl consistently earned LHS and Merrimack Valley Conference honors in three sports during her tenure on Kirk Street. Team Captain of the volleyball team during both her junior and senior seasons (1980–1981), Cheryl… [Read more bio info]
DAVID MILLS, Class of 1967
David Mills Class of 1967 Inducted in 2015 Despite toiling in relative obscurity in the world of the football interior lineman, David Mills still managed to gain recognition at the local, regional, and national levels as a member of the football juggernauts of legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick. In addition to his exploits… [Read more bio info]
ALBERT J. MANGAN, JR., Class of 1967
Albert J. Mangan, Jr. Class of 1967 Inducted in 2009 One of the most outstanding middle distance runners in the storied history of the Lowell High School track program, Albert J. “AIby” Mangan, Jr. etched a place for himself in the annals of not only Lowell High School, but also the University of Massachusetts, Amherst,… [Read more bio info]
PAUL T. HALEY, Class of 1987
PAUL T. HALEY Class of 1987 Inducted in 2003 One of the leading Lowell High School athletes of the 1980’s, Paul Haley earned honors at the state, regional, and national levels during a career as a legitimate 2-sport standout. A 2-way starter at tackle on the Lowell High School football team, Paul was one of the… [Read more bio info]
STEVEN ROBERT CREAMER, Class of 1976
STEVEN ROBERT CREAMER Class of 1976 Inducted in 1995 One of the outstanding athletes of the 1970’s, Steve Creamer displayed versatility on both the baseball diamond and the basketball court. As a baseball player, Steve was a three-year starter at shortstop, hitting an outstanding .405 as a sophomore and compiling a career batting average of… [Read more bio info]
JOHN BLAKE GALVIN, Class of 1983
JOHN BLAKE GALVIN Class of 1983 Inducted in 1993 One of the truly gifted athletes to grace the gridiron for Lowell High School during the recent Red and Gray history, John Blake Galvin went on to stellar football careers at both the college and professional levels. One of Coach Walter Nelson’s defensive stalwarts during the… [Read more bio info]
RODNEY REDMAN, JR., Class of 1968
RODNEY REDMAN, JR. Class of 1968 Inducted in 1986 Nicknamed “The Rocket,” Rod Redman, Jr. achieved stardom as a member of both the football and wrestling teams at Lowell High School. Rod was one of the cornerstones of the great 1967 Lowell High School Football Team, which finished 9–0 and outscored its opponents 299–12. This… [Read more bio info]
LEIGHTON “BUDDY KIMBALL, Class of 1936
LEIGHTON “BUDDY” KIMBALL Class of 1936 Inducted in 2012 One of the outstanding performers of the golden age of athletics at Lowell High School during the 1930’s, Leighton “Buddy” Kimball rightfully takes his place in the pantheon of legends who strode the hallowed halls of Kirk Street during those halcyon days of that bygone era.… [Read more bio info]
BRUCE BROWN, Class of 1964
BRUCE BROWN Class of 1964 Inducted in 1991 One of the truly versatile athletes of the 1960’s, Bruce Brown went on to an outstanding football career at NCAA Division I Small College Power Tampa University. First as a pass-catching end, then as a speedy, elusive running back, Bruce was one of the offensive leaders for… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH ANDREW McARDLE, Class Of 1929
JOSEPH ANDREW McARDLE Class of 1929 Inducted in 1989 Joseph McArdle’s athletic career stretched from Kirk Street to South Bend, Indiana, and earned him the respect of virtually all he encountered along the way. Joe was an outstanding lineman for Lowell High School from 1926- 1928. He also was a member of the baseball team… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN F. REYNOLDS, Class of 1950
BRIAN F. REYNOLDS Class of 1950 Inducted in 1988 Coached by three Lowell High School Hall of Fame members, Brian Reynolds obviously learned his lessons effectively, winning All-Scholastic honors in football (under Ray Riddick), track (under George “Mike” Haggerty), and baseball (under Stan Stoklosa). On the gridiron, Brian was a mainstay on the Ray Riddick powerhouses… [Read more bio info]
RAYMOND E. RIDDICK, JR., Class of 1970
RAYMOND E. RIDDICK Class of 1970 Inducted in 2006 The namesake of perhaps the single most famous figure in the over 100 year history of Lowell High School Athletics, Raymond E. Riddick, Jr., firmly established himself in the annals of Red and Gray sports as one of the school’s all-time outstanding football lineman. As a sophomore… [Read more bio info]
STEPHEN S. SOROTA, Class of 1931
STEPHEN S. SOROTA Class of 1931 Inducted in 1988 Through his efforts as both a player and a coach, Steve Sorota’s name has been etched into the athletic histories not only of Lowell High School but also of Fordham University and Phillips Andover Academy. At Lowell High School Steve was one of the many three-sport… [Read more bio info]
GARRETT KELLY GILLICK, Class of 1996
GARRETT KELLY GILLICK Class of 1996 Inducted in 2007 Participating in no fewer than five sports in an age of increasing athletic specialization, Garrett Gillick established himself as perhaps the most versatile performer of the 1990’s at Lowell High School. During his four years at Lowell High School, Garrett was a member of the basketball,… [Read more bio info]
KATIE STEWART FRECHETTE, Class of 1986
KATIE STEWART FRECHETTE CLASS of 1986 Inducted in 2001 One of the most versatile Lowell High School athletes of the 1980’s, Katie Stewart Frechette won a total of 12 varsity letters in three sports–Cross Country, Basketball, and Outdoor Track–-not only by her ability but also through her dedication and hard work. A four-year member of… [Read more bio info]
JAMES QUIGLEY, Class of 1981
JAMES QUIGLEY Class of 1981 Inducted in 2017 Yet another of the outstanding wrestlers who learned his craft under the tutelage of legendary Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi, Jim Quigley earned his place in the pantheon of greatness that is Lowell High Wrestling. A four-year varsity competitor for the Red and Gray, Jim broke… [Read more bio info]
JOHN E. LANG, SR., Class of 1939
JOHN E. LANG, Sr. Class of 1939 Inducted in 2001 Affectionately known to teammates and members of the teams that he coached by the colorful and appropriate nickname “Feet,” John Lang enjoyed a long relationship with the Lowell High School Track and Cross Country programs. Beginning with his career as a standout middle distance runner… [Read more bio info]
ROLAND ROY, Class of 1945
Roland Roy Class of 1945 Inducted in 2011 One of the standout pitchers in the long history of the Lowell High School Baseball program, Roland Roy was once named by Hall of Fame Coach Stan Stoklosa as one of the top hurlers of his tenure at the helm of the Red and Gray. The mainstay… [Read more bio info]
PHIL MAIA, Class of 1978
PHIL MAIA Class of 1978 Inducted in 2018 Phil Maia’s introduction to the sport of cross country came at an early age as he became the first Junior High School Cross Country lndividual Champion in 1974. Phil would go on to enjoy a successful career as a runner at both Lowell High School and the… [Read more bio info]
EDWARD D. CAWLEY, Class of 1912
EDWARD D. CAWLEY Class of 1912 Inducted in 1986 His name memorialized on the walls of Edward D. Cawley Stadium in Lowell, Eddie Cawley gained a considerable reputation athletically not only in Lowell but also in the state of Maine, where he starred for Colby College. A three-sport star at Lowell High School from 1909–1912,… [Read more bio info]
RICHARD R. FREITAS, Class of 1971
RICHARD R. FREITAS Class of 1971 Inducted in 2000 Another of legendary Coach George Bossi’s outstanding wrestlers, Rick Freitas compiled an incredible record in Massachusetts, New England, and nationally at both the high school and college levels. A three-year varsity wrestler for Lowell High School (1969–1971), Rick culminated his high school career by winning the… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN DONNELLY, Class of 1971
Brian Donnelly Class of 1971 Inducted in 2008 Working under the tutelage of two legendary Hall of Fame coaches, Brian Donnelly earned a niche as one of the most outstanding athletes of the 1970’s at Lowell High School. Brian was a standout 2-way starter at tight end and middle linebacker for Coach Ray Riddick’s football… [Read more bio info]
KEVIN ROURKE, Class of 1991
KEVIN ROURKE Class of 1991 Inducted in 2005 A truly gifted athlete, Kevin Rourke stood out on both the hardwood and the diamond as one of Lowell High School’s premier basketball and baseball player in recent history. As a member of the Raider Basketball team, Kevin was a 3-year starter and 2-time Merrimack Valley All-Conference… [Read more bio info]
RUSSELL CHATEAUNEUF, Class of 1971
RUSSELL CHATEAUNEUF Class of 1971 Inducted in 2006 A capable and’ accomplished 3 sport letterman for Lowell High School, it was as a member of Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi’s Wrestling team that Russell Chateauneuf made his most significant impact for the Red and Gray. As a member of the Lowell High Track team,… [Read more bio info]
JILL STAMP MCARDLE, Class of 1981
JILL STAMP McARDLE Class of 1981 Inducted in 1991 Jill Stamp McArdle is honored as the first female competitor to be inducted into the Lowell High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Despite beginning her athletic career as an accomplished gymnast, it was in the sport of track and field where Jill mode an indelible imprint… [Read more bio info]
ETHAN BROWN, Class of 2003
ETHAN BROWN Class of 2003 Inducted 2013 One of the most versatile multi-sport athletes ever to grace the halls of Lowell High School, Ethan Brown earned the rare distinction of winning All-Scholastic honors in two different sports during his tenure at Lowell High School en route to a career that has taken him to all… [Read more bio info]
MAX DESILETS, Class of 1973
MAX DESILETS Class of 1973 Inducted in 2006 Without question one of the most dominant wrestlers in the history of Lowell High School’s storied program, Max Desilets joins a long list of Hall of Fame performers under legendary Coach George Bossi. A four year varsity performer, Max blossomed as a sophomore (1970–71), winning Championships at… [Read more bio info]
JOHN DAVID MALONEY, Class of 1957
JOHN DAVID MALONEY Class of 1957 Inducted in 1994 Renowned for his outstanding speed and quickness, John Maloney enjoyed a stellar career as a member of both the football and track teams at Lowell High School. As a member of Coach Ray Riddick’s football juggernaut of the mid 1950’s, John made significant contributions as the… [Read more bio info]
TABITHA HEBERT, Class of 2001
TABITHA HEBERT Class of 2001 Inducted in 2012 The first female inductee into the Lowell High School Hall of Fame whose perfor mances stretched into the new millenium, Tabitha Hebert played a dominant role in the golden era of Lowell High School Softball. A well-rounded, versatile athlete, Tabitha made significant contributions to both the Raider… [Read more bio info]
LARRY CONNELL, Class of 1964
LARRY CONNELL Class of 1964 Inducted in 2003 One of the truly outstanding baseball performers in the history of Lowell High School, Larry Connell etched his name indelibly in the Raider record books with a stellar career for Hall of Fame Coach Stanley Stoklosa. During Larry’s sophomore season (1962), the right-hander compiled a modest 3–3 record,… [Read more bio info]
AMY E. LEKITES, Class of 1985
AMY E. LEKITES Class of 1985 Inducted in 2004 Perhaps the most outstanding sprinter/long jumper in the history of the Lowell High School Girls Track program, Amy Lekites inspired her teammates by her ability, dedication, loyalty, and leadership. During her freshman and sophomore years, Amy was a contributing member of the Indoor and Outdoor Track teams.… [Read more bio info]
Ellen Netishen, Class of 1988
Ellen Netishen Class of 1988 Inducted in 2015 A three-sport standout, Ellen Netishen was in the vanguard during an era when the girls’ athletic program at Lowell High School was expanding from its humble beginnings in the 1960’s into a full service offering for aspiring female athletes. As a member of the Lowell Soccer team,… [Read more bio info]
JOHN JOSEPH NOONAN, Class of 1957
JOHN JOSEPH NOONAN Class of 1957 Inducted in 2004 One of the many standout lineman who were the unsung heroes of the legendary teams of Hall of Fame Lowell High School Football Coach Ray Riddick, Jack Noonan followed up an outstanding career on the gridiron for the Red and Gray with an outstanding career of community… [Read more bio info]
LISA LUCAS, Class of 1981
LISA LUCAS Class of 1981 Inducted in 1997 A true three-sport standout, Lisa Lucas established herself as one of the most versatile athletes of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s at Lowell High School. Lisa was one of the mainstays of the volleyball and softball teams during her tenure on Kirk Street. It was as… [Read more bio info]
STANLEY J. STOKLOSA, Class of 1935
STANLEY J. STOKLOSA Class of 1935 Inducted in 1986 After starring as a First Baseman and Pitcher on the 1935 Lowell High School State Tournament Finalist Baseball Team, Stan went on to be a four-year varsity letterman at Boston University. Stan took the helm of the Lowell High School Baseball program in 1945. From 1945… [Read more bio info]
DONALD J. GIUFFRIDA, Class of 1956
DONALD J. GIUFFRIDA CLASS of 1956 Inducted in 2001 One of the truly outstanding two-way linemen in the long and storied history of the Lowell High School Football program, Don Giuffrida played an integral role in the successes of legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick’s Red and Gray juggernauts of the mid–1950’s. Don was… [Read more bio info]
JASON ROBERT BAZEMORE, Class of 1992
JASON ROBERT BAZEMORE Class of 1992 Inducted in 2017An outstanding two-sport athlete, Jason Bazemore’s accomplishments earned him honors at the Merrimack Valley Conference, state, regional, and national levels in a stellar career as a Lowell High School athlete. As a two-way lineman for the Lowell Football Team, Jason opened holes for Raider running backs on… [Read more bio info]
SUSAN PETULLO LAROCHE, Class of 1979
Susan Petullo LaRoche Class of 1979 Inducted in 2011 Proving the old adage that good things often come in small packages, Susan Petullo LaRoche etched her name in both the basketball and tennis record books during a standout career at Lowell High School. After transferring from St. Joseph’s High School after her freshman year, Susan… [Read more bio info]
JENNIFER BURNS MARTIN, Class of 1990
JENNIFER BURNS MARTIN Class of 1990 Inducted in 2000 Perhaps the most honored female athlete in the annals of Lowell High School, Jennifer Burns Martin achieved significant honors at the local, state and national levels while leading the Red and Gray Swim team to the most successful period in history. Prior to her entrance into… [Read more bio info]
JONATHON DOLAN, Class of 2002
JONATHON DOLAN Class of 2002 Inducted in 2013 A two-sport standout and two-sport team Captain at Lowell High School, Jonathan Dolan earned honors at the local, state, regional, and national levels during a storied athletic career. Jonathan starred at middle linebacker for Coach Scott Boyle’s Lowell High School football squad during the early 2000’s. As… [Read more bio info]
JAMES SCOTT BORODAWKA, Class of 1992
JAMES SCOTT BORODAWKA Class of 1992 Inducted in 2005 First touted on the pages of Sports Illustrated magazine as a high-scoring 10-year old soccer star, Jim Borodawka grew up to become one of the most proficient back court performers in the proud history of Lowell High School Basketball. A three-year starter at guard for the… [Read more bio info]
JAMES P. KENNEDY, Class of 1987
JAMES P. KENNEDY CLASS of 1987 Inducted in 2001 Referred to by legendary Lowell High School Wrestling Coach George Bossi as one of “the best I ever coached,” Jim Kennedy earned honors at the local, state, and national levels spanning his school and college careers. Jim illustrated the promise of things to come during his… [Read more bio info]
JOHN MCMANMON, Class of 1923
JOHN McMANMON Class of 1923 Inducted in 1986 John McManmon starred as a lineman on Lowell High School Football teams from 1921 to 1923, captaining the team his senior year. After graduation, he enrolled at Notre Dame University in South Bend, Indiana, where he proceeded to become an integral part of Fighting Irish grid history… [Read more bio info]
WALTER L. NELSON, JR., Class of 1962
Walter L. Nelson, Jr. Class of 1962 Inducted in 2010 From his debut in 1959 at the tender age of 14 as a starting halfback for legendary Coach Ray Riddick through a Hall of Fame coaching career and concluding with his tenure as Lowell High School Athletic Director from 1996 until 2003, Walter played a… [Read more bio info]
WILLIAM F. FUREY, Class of 1975
WILLIAM F. FUREY Class of 1975 Inducted in 2005 Another of Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi’s standouts, Bill Furey was one of the mainstays of the Lowell High School teams that dominated the wrestling scene in Massachusetts and New England in the mid–1970’s. A two-way starter for legendary Hall of Fame Football Coach Ray… [Read more bio info]
THOMAS LAFFERTY, Class of 1988
THOMAS LAFFERTY Class of 1988 Inducted in 2002 A rare three-sport standout during a time of increasing athletic specialization, Tom Lafferty stands out as one of the outstanding Lowell High School athletes of the 1980’s. A three-year standout for Coach Walter Nelson’s football team, Tom anchored the Red and Gray’s offensive and defensive lines at his… [Read more bio info]
KATELYN HEBERT, Class of 2006
Katelyn Hebert Class of 2006 Inducted in 2016 A member of one of the true athletic family dynasties in the history of Lowell High School athletics. Katelyn Hebert joins her sister Tabitha Hebert in the Lowell High School Athletic Hall of Fame. A well-rounded athlete. Katie participated in the sports of Field Hockey, Basketball, and… [Read more bio info]
PAUL LANOUE, Class of 1968
PAUL LANOUE Class of 1968 Inducted in 1997 One of a number of outstanding athletes from the illustrious Lowell High School Class of 1968, Paul Lanoue earned State, New England, and National honors as a member of both Ray Riddick’s famous undefeated 1967 gridiron juggernaut and George Bossi’s State Championship wrestling squad. As a standout… [Read more bio info]
DANIEL CHRISTOPHER GRAHAM, Class of 1994
DANIEL CHRISTOPHER GRAHAM Class of 1994 Inducted in 2004 A rare legitimate three-sport standout in an era of increasing athletic specialization, Dan Graham won significant honors in a trio of sports during his career at Lowell High School. On the gridiron Dan was a fierce competitor at linebacker, compiling an amazing total of over 100… [Read more bio info]
JAMES SLATTERY, Class of 1985
JAMES SLATTERY Class of 1985 Inducted in 1995 One of five brothers to grace the athletic arenas of Lowell High School, James burned his name into the memories of those who watched him perform on the gridiron and the basketball court through his outstanding athletic ability and his boundless energy. Perhaps the most versatile Raider… [Read more bio info]
KERRY ANN CONLIN, Class of 1994
KERRY ANN CONLIN Class of 1994 Inducted in 2005 Kerry Conlin was a giant on the soccer field, the basketball court, and the track during her outstanding career at Lowell High School. As a member of the Raider Soccer team, Kerry was a Merrimack Valley Conference All-Star as a sophomore (1991) and won MVC All-Conference… [Read more bio info]
LEO A. PARENT, Class of 1951
LEO A. PARENT Class of 1951 Inducted in 1987 Leo must rate as one of the finest pitchers in the annals of Lowell High School baseball. During his three-year varsity career under Coach Stan Stoklosa, Leo compiled a 25–8 won-lost record. He hurled 255 2/3 innings, yielded only 142 hits and 109 walks, struck out… [Read more bio info]
BRIAN PATRICK DILLON, Class of 1974
BRIAN PATRICK DILLON Class of 1974 Inducted in 2004 One of the most consistent performers of the wrestling program of legendary Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi, Brian Dillon occupies a place among the mat elites of the Raiders during their long run of success. As a sophomore (1971–1972), Brian placed 3rd in the prestigious Lowell… [Read more bio info]
STEPHEN ANTHONY BEATI, Class of 1982
STEPHEN ANTHONY BEATI Class of 1982 Inducted in 2001 Another of the outstanding proteges of legendary Lowell High School wrestling coach George Bossi, Stephen Beati established himself as one of the most dominant grapplers in the long and storied history of the Red and Gray wrestling program. During his three years as a varsity wrestler… [Read more bio info]
TITUS PLOMARITIS, Class of 1949
TITUS PLOMARITIS Class of 1949 Inducted in 1996 Renowned for one of the greatest single game performances in the storied history of the traditional Lowell-Lawrence football series, Titus Plomaritis etched a permanent place for himself in the annals of the Red & Gray Football Program. A three-year varsity performer for Lowell, Titus’s senior year saw… [Read more bio info]
CARMEN PHILLIP BOVA, Class of 1937
CARMEN PHILLIP BOVA Class of 1937 Inducted in 1993 Despite competing for Hall of Fame Coach Mike Haggerty’s track team for only one year, Carmen Bova set standards that remained unmatched at Lowell High School for 50 years. An outstanding middle distance runner, Carmen set a National High School Record in the 1,000-yard run (his… [Read more bio info]
MICHELLE BERGERON MONTGOMERY, Class of 1998
Michelle Bergeron Montgomery Class of 1998 Inducted in 2011 Establishing herself as one of the truly dominant pitchers in the history of the Lowell High School Softball program, Michelle Bergeron Montgomery was one of the catalysts for the transformation of the program into the juggernaut that it became under Coach Rick O’Brien during the period… [Read more bio info]
KRISTEN NICOLE VOUTSELAS, Class of 1996
Kristen Nicole Voutselas Class of 1996 Inducted in 2009 Competing year-round in the demanding world of the U.S. Swimming Program, Kristen Voutselas developed into one of the most accomplished and versatile performers during the golden years of the Lowell High girls swimming program during the late 1980’s and early 1990’s winning honors at the local,… [Read more bio info]
RAYMOND E. RIDDICK, Class of 1935
RAYMOND E. RIDDICK Class of 1935 Inducted in 1986 Since his name as long been synonymous with athletic excellence at Lowell High School, it is fitting that Ray Riddick be among its first group of inductees. During his four years at Lowell High School Ray became one of the greatest all-round athletes in the school’s… [Read more bio info]
DAVID MCNEIL, Class of 1995
David McNeil Class of 1995 Inducted in 2015 A rarity in an era of increasing athletic specialization, David McNeil won local, state, and regional honors in three different sports during his career at Lowell High School. As a member of Coach Phil Maia’s dynamic Lowell High School Cross Country program, Dave played a key role… [Read more bio info]
CLIFFORD JAMES WHALEN, Class of 1972
CLIFFORD JAMES WHALEN Class of 1972 Inducted in 1997 A 2-sport standout under legendary coaches Ray Riddick and George Bossi, Cliff Whalen was one of the leading athletes of the late 1960’s, early 1970’s at Lowell High School. As a member of Coach Riddick’s gridiron teams, Cliff was 2-year varsity team member. He was voted… [Read more bio info]
ASHLEY L. NOLET, Class of 2003
ASHLEY L. NOLET Class of 2003 Inducted in 2013 A truly versatile athlete, Ashley Nolet earned significant honors in two sports during her stellar career at Lowell High School. Ashley set numerous LHS records as a diver on the LHS Girls Swim Team, many of which still remain unbroken today. However, it was as a… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH POLAK, Class of 1937
JOSEPH POLAK Class of 1937 Inducted in 1989 First as a player, then as a valued assistant under legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick, Joe Polak was an integral part of the storied history of Lowell High School football over a span of 40 years. As quarterback on teams with fellow Hall of Famers… [Read more bio info]
PAUL WILLIAM PICARD, Class of 1956
PAUL WILLIAM PICARD Class of 1956 Inducted in 2004 A true triple threat performer, Paul Picard was one of the standout quarterbacks for Lowell High School during the glory days of legendary Hall of Fame Coach Ray Riddick. During Paul’s two years as the starting signal caller for the Raiders, Paul led the team to a… [Read more bio info]
WALTER (HERKY) McGRADE, Class of 1957
WALTER (HERKY) McGRADE Class of 1957 Inducted in 1993 A standout on both the gridiron and the diamond, Walter “Herky” McGrade was an important cog on both the football powerhouses of Coach Ray Riddick and the baseball teams of Coach Stan Stoklosa. On the gridiron, Herky played during one of the Red and Gray’s most… [Read more bio info]
FRANCIS ELLIOTT, Class of 1967
FRANCIS ELLIOTT Class of 1967 Inducted in 1991 A true three-sport athlete, Frank Elliott was a standout football, wrestling, and track performer for Lowell High School during the mid–1960’s. On the gridiron, Frank was an immovable force as a two-way tackle for Coach Ray Riddick, winning the outstanding lineman award for the Red and Gray… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT J. TROUVILLE, Class of 1953
ROBERT J. TROUVILLE Class of 1953 Inducted in 1994 Another of the outstanding three-sport athletes at Lowell High School during the early 1950’s, Bob Trouville had an impact on the football, indoor track, and baseball teams of that era. As a versatile gridiron performer, Bob, at various times, played fullback, quarterback, and halfback for Coach… [Read more bio info]
LYNN TUCKER ROURKE, Class of 1991
Lynn Tucker Rourke Class of 1991 Inducted in 2011 One of the outstanding middle distance-distance runners in the history of the Lowell High School Girls Track program, Lynn Tucker Rourke compiled a record of consistent excellence from 1987 until 1991 that established a niche for her in the annals of Lowell High athletics. Lynn won… [Read more bio info]
JOHN KOUMANTZELIS, Class of 1940
JOHN KOUMANTZELIS Class of 1940 Inducted in 1999 Yet another of the outstanding Lowell High School student-athletes of the late 1930’s and early 1940’s, John Koumantzelis established himself as one of the premier track and field performers during the 40 plus year tenure of legendary Hall of Fame Coach George “Mike” Haggerty. John joins numerous… [Read more bio info]
JAMES T. MCGUIRK, Class of 1964
James T. McGuirk Class of 1964 Inducted in 2009 Coach Jim McGuirk began his coaching career for the Red & Grey as an Assistant Coach for the Boy’s basketball program from 1971–1979, but his transition to the Girl’s Track programs in 1979 became magical. His Cross Country, Indoor Track and Outdoor Track Teams were regarded… [Read more bio info]
HARRY JAMES DRIVAS, Class of 1954
HARRY JAMES DRIVAS Class of 1954 Inducted in 2000 One of the many outstanding Lowell High School athletes of the 1950’s, Harry Drivas was one of the catalysts of the most successful period of gridiron achievement in the school’s history–the golden years of legendary Coach Ray Riddick’s Red Raiders. During the 1952 season, Harry passed… [Read more bio info]
FRED “FRITZ” DRESCHER, Class of 1930
FRED “FRITZ” DRESCHER Class of 1930 Inducted in 1988 Athlete, coach, teacher, trainer, Fred “Fritz” Dresher served his beloved Lowell High School in a variety of roles over a span of almost 40 years. As a multi-talented athlete, Fred was a standout on the Lowell High football, track and baseball teams of the late 1920’s.… [Read more bio info]
LEAH CATHARINE GREEN, Class of 1993
LEAH CATHERINE GREEN Class of 1993 Inducted in 2003 One of the premier athletes of the 1990’s at Lowell High School, Leah Green becomes the 3rd member of her family to gain induction into the Lowell High School Athletic Hall of Fame. A true 3-sport standout, Leah earned local, state, and New England honors as… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH MICHAEL “MIKE” DEMAURO, Class of 1947
JOSEPH MICHAEL “MIKE” DEMAURO Class of 1947 Inducted in 1992 Despite performing on teams that were not of championship caliber, Joseph Michael “Mike” Demauro still managed to carve out a prominent niche for himself in the athletic annals of Lowell High School. A triple threat, two-way halfback, Mike was a three year starter on the… [Read more bio info]
SHELDON CHAPMAN, Class of 1930
SHELDON CHAPMAN Class of 1930 Inducted in 1990 Despite playing the decidedly unglamorous position of center, Sheldon Chapman still managed to carve a niche for himself in the annals of Lowell High School Football. Actually a three-year, three-sport standout, Sheldon captained Coach Jim Liston’s Basketball Squad as a center during the 1929–1930 season and also… [Read more bio info]
JAMES S. DALEY, Class of 1924
JAMES S. DALEY Class of 1924 Inducted in 1986 As a member of the National Championship LHS Relay Team in 1924, James S. Daley achieved tremendous success on the track. Daley was unbeatable in every event from the 40 to the 220-yard dashes. He captained both the Track and Baseball teams in his senior year.… [Read more bio info]
GEORGE KACAVAS, Class of 1975
GEORGE KACAVAS Class of 1975 Inducted in 2002 Considered by many local wrestling aficionados as perhaps the single most talented performer during the tenure of Hall of Fame Coach George Bossi, George Kacavas compiled career statistics at both the high school and collegiate levels that might well substantiate that belief. As a standout for Coach Bossi’s… [Read more bio info]
Chester “Chet” J. Szablak, Sr.,Class of 1944
Chester “Chet” J. Szablak, Sr. Class of 1944 Inducted in 2008 Competing during the dark days of World War II when the hearts and minds of most Americans were focused thousands of miles away on far-flung battlegrounds across the globe. Chet Szablak, Sr., was one of the young student athletes whose exploits on the playing… [Read more bio info]
LYSANDRA “LILLY” SILVA, Class of 2001
Lysandra “Lilly” Silva Class of 2001 Inducted in 2014 A gifted all-around athlete, Lysandra (Lilly) Silva found her true calling when she joined the Lowell High School Field Hockey team as a sophomore, embarking on a career that saw her win honors at the local state, regional and national levels. Joining a Lowell program in… [Read more bio info]
DENNIS EDWARD KRYSIAK, Class of 1968
DENNIS EDWARD KRYSIAK Class of 1968 Inducted in 1998 One of the most versatile all-around athletes in the storied history of Lowell High School, Dennis Krysiak enjoyed a virtually uninterrupted run of success from his pre-LHS days as an outstanding age group swimmer to his post-collegiate exploits as one of New England’s outstanding amateur tennis… [Read more bio info]
MERCEDES MILLIGAN, Class of 1987
MERCEDES MILLIGAN Class of 1987 Inducted in 1997 Christened with a name long synonymous with excellence in the automotive field, Mercedes Milligan made her name synonymous with excellence in the sport of track and field at Lowell High School through her accomplishments during her stellar 4-year career at Kirk Street. Garnering honors at the local,… [Read more bio info]
NORMAN VICTOR LORANGER, Class of 1957
NORMAN VICTOR LORANGER Class of 1957 Inducted in 2007 Another of the standouts of the gridiron under legendary Hall of Fame Coach Raymond Riddick, Norman Loranger won honors at the local, state, and national levels as a member of the Lowell High School football juggernaut of the 1950’s. A three-year player, Norm was a stellar… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH T. MILLER, Class of 1973
Joseph T. Miller Class of 1973 Inducted in 2010 A standout performer on Lowell high School athletic teams that compiled an incredible overall record of 78–7–7 during his tenure with the Red and Gray and a multi-year Captain in 2 different sports, Joseph Miller left a legacy that marks him as one of the most… [Read more bio info]
Lori Loureiro Trahan, Class of 1991
Lori Loureiro Trahan Class of 1991 Inducted in 2008 A superb all-around athlete, Lori Loureiro Trahan’s focus on the sport of volleyball at Lowell High School earned her statewide honors and an NCAA Division I scholarship. Lori made significant contributions to the Lowell High basketball and outdoor track programs before her focus turned to volleyball.… [Read more bio info]
JOHN VINCENT FREITAS, Class of 1956
JOHN VINCENT FREITAS Class of 1956 Inducted in 1995 An outstanding two-sport athlete for Hall of Fame Coaches Ray Riddick and George “Mike” Haggerty, John Freitas was one of the true stalwarts of the 1950’s at Lowell High School. As a speedy halfback for the Red and Gray football machine, John led the way with… [Read more bio info]
MARYBETH MCKENNEY, Class of 1986
MARYBETH MCKENNEY Class of 1986 Inducted in 2003 One of the premier pure sprinters in the history of the Lowell High School Girls Track program, Marybeth McKenney Donnelly earned honors at the local, state, and regional levels in a career that continued from Lowell High to the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. As a 4-year standout… [Read more bio info]
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN TRULL, JR. Class of 1960
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN TRULL, JR. Class of 1960 Inducted in 2013 One of the truly outstanding pitchers during the 127-year history of the Lowell High School Baseball program, Benjamin Franklin Trull, Jr. (known as Frank to his teammates), left his name etched in virtually every pitching category in the Lowell High School Baseball Record Book. While… [Read more bio info]
MENIL MAVRAIDES, Class of 1950
MENIL MAVRAIDES Class of 1950 Inducted in 1986 One of the first great stars of the Riddick era, Menil “Minnie” Mavraides achieved football honors at three levels–High School, College, and Professional. Minnie started his varsity High School Football career in 1947, the same year as his coach, the legendary Ray Riddick. He was a mainstay… [Read more bio info]
STEVEN BILBY, Class of 1972
STEVEN BILBY Class of 1972 Inducted in 1992 Generally considered to be one of the most outstanding all-around athletes of the 1960’s and 1970’s, Steve Bilby was one of the Red and Gray’s premier performers in basketball, track, football and cross country during his four years at Lowell High School. After running cross country as… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT DAVIS SWAN, Class of 1949
ROBERT DAVIS SWAN Class of 1949 Inducted in 1999 Another of the standout versatile athletes of the late 1940’s at Lowell High School, Robert “Bucket” Swan was one of the mainstays for the teams of three Hall of Fame Coaches. A superb halfback-linebacker-punter for Coach Ray Riddick, Bob culminated his three-year football career by being… [Read more bio info]
CASEY BOYLE, Class of 2005
Casey Boyle Class of 2005 Inducted in 2015 One of the most highly decorated individuals in the long and storied history of the Lowell High School Wrestling program, Casey Boyle etched his name indelibly into the fabric of LHS athletics by establishing and maintaining a standard of achievement that was second to none. Casey epitomized… [Read more bio info]
KEVIN DANIEL CROCKER, Class of 1971
KEVIN DANIEL CROCKER Class of 1971 Inducted in 1992 Leadership and dedication ore two qualities exemplified by the career of Kevin Crocker. A rare four-sport athlete, Kevin performed as a member of the Red Raiders football, basketball, track, and baseball teams during his four years at Lowell High School, serving as Co-Captain of both the… [Read more bio info]
LAURIE ANN TANGUAY, Class of 2003
LAURIE ANN TANGUAY Class of 2003 Inducted in 2017 As a rare three-sport athlete in an era of increasing athletic specialization, Laurie Tanguay ingrained her name into the athletic consciousness of Lowell High School during a career in which she won 12 varsity letters. She was named as Lowell High’s Senior Female Athlete-of-the-Year in 2003.… [Read more bio info]
FRANCIS MICHAEL SKAFF, Class of 1929
FRANCIS MICHAEL SKAFF Class of 1929 Inducted in 1987 At the conclusion of his major league playing career, Frank became a minor league baseball manager in the farm systems of both the A’s and the Detroit Tigers. One of the early three sport standouts at Lowell High School, Frank Skaff, was Captain of the football,… [Read more bio info]
PETER SAMUEL KOUCHALAKOS, Class of 1939
PETER SAMUEL KOUCHALAKOS Class of 1939 Inducted in 1991 Peter Kouchalakos was another one of the outstanding three-sport athletes who graced the playing fields of Lowell High School during the mid-to-late 1930’s. Peter won three varsity letters as a halfback, safety, and kicker as a member of the Red and Gray Football Team. In baseball,… [Read more bio info]
THOMAS HENRY WHALEN, Class of 1968
THOMAS HENRY WHALEN Class of 1968 Inducted in 1987 Winning seven letters in three different sports, Tom Whalen was one of Lowell High School’s best all-around athletes of the 1960’s. Tom quarterbacked the legendary 1967 Lowell High football team that rolled over nine opponents, outscoring them 299–12. Tom rushed for eight touchdowns and passed for… [Read more bio info]
JAMES SCONDRAS, Class of 1938
JAMES SCONDRAS Class of 1938 Inducted in 1987 Another of Lowell High School’s outstanding three sport athletes of the 1930’s, Jim Scondras is remembered for what he accomplished and what he might have accomplished. Jim competed in football, basketball and baseball for the Red and Gray. He was named first team All-Scholastic as a junior,… [Read more bio info]
JOHN JULIAN BEAULIEU, Class of 1938
JOHN JULIAN BEAULIEU Class of 1938 Inducted in 1997 A product of the golden era of interscholastic sports at Lowell High School during the late 1930’s, John Beaulieu’s contributions to the Red and Gray athletic program span over 60 years–from his status as a key member of the Lowell High football and basketball teams of… [Read more bio info]
JOSEPH PALERMO, Class of 1954
Joseph Palermo Class of 1954 Inducted in 2016 The epitome of the term student-athlete, Joseph R. Palermo, Jr. won honors both on the athletic fields and in the world of academia during his years at Lowell High school and beyond. Joe was a member of the Lowell High School Basketball team (1952-1953), but it was… [Read more bio info]
WALTER TIMOTHY GREEN, Class of 1968
WALTER TIMOTHY GREEN Class of 1968 Inducted in 1994 One of the outstanding athletes of the 1960’s, Tim Green was a dominant force on the gridiron for Coach Ray Riddick, as well as a solid contributing member of both the track and baseball teams. Tim broke into Coach Riddick’s line-up as a sophomore linebacker. Eventually… [Read more bio info]
ROBERT E. READY, Class of 1950
ROBERT E. READY Class of 1950 Inducted in 1994 One of the truly gifted athletes at Lowell High School during the post World War II era, Bob Ready won honors as one of the outstanding football and baseball players for the Red and Gray and mode significant contributions as a member of the basketball team.… [Read more bio info]
ARTHUR CHARLES FARRIS, Class of 1968
ARTHUR CHARLES FARRIS Class of 1968 Inducted in 2003 Another member of the illustrious Lowell High School Class of 1968, Arthur Charles Farris joins numerous teammates in the LHS athletic Hall of Fame. A 2-year member of Hall of Fame Coach Raymond Riddick’s football teams, Art was a safety/wide receiver on the undefeated (9–0) Eastern Massachusetts… [Read more bio info]
LISA JACQUES HOGAN, Class of 1983
LISA JACQUES HOGAN Class of 1983 Inducted in 1996 Compiling an impressive record in Cross Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track, Lisa Jacques Hogan established herself as the premier female distance runner in the history of the Lowell High Track and Cross Country Program. A three-season Captain and a rare 12 varsity letter winner, Lisa… [Read more bio info]
CAITLIN BARRY, Class of 2004
Caitlin Barry Class of 2004 Inducted in 2016 Setting a unique precedent in the history of Lowell High School Athletics, Caitlin Barry won honors not only in several girls sports but also an important member of an otherwise male Lowell High team. As a member of Coach Mike Crowley’s LHS Basketball team during perhaps its… [Read more bio info]
TRACY MITCHELL, Class of 1979
TRACY MITCHELL Class of 1979 Inducted in 1990 Remembered as the “Father of the Slam Dunk” at Lowell High School, Tracy Mitchell was one of the cornerstones of Coach Charlie Ryan’s Red and Gray hoop dynasty of the 1980’s. Mitchell also starred on the Track, earning A.A.U. All-American Honors under Coach John Lang. Tracy brought… [Read more bio info]
MICHAEL STUER, Class of 1978
MICHAEL STUER Class of 1978 Inducted in 2007 A true student-athlete in every sense, Michael Stuer starred in both the classroom and in the athletic arena at Lowell High School and later at prestigious Ivy League institution Brown University. As a member of Coach Walter Nelson’s Lowell High football team Mike was a two-year starter… [Read more bio info]
VINCENZO “JIMMY” MILINAZZO, Class of 1954
VINCENZO “JIM” MILINAZZO Class of 1954 Inducted in 1999 Often remembered for a Lowell Sun photograph that had him surrounded by his three Hall of Fame Coaches–Stanley Stoklosa, Ray Riddick, and George “Mike” Haggerty while he donned football helmet and track uniform while carrying a baseball bat, Vincenzo “Jimmy” Milinazzo certainly ranks as one of… [Read more bio info]
CHRISTINE PERON PILGRAM, Class of 1976
CHRISTINE PERON PILGRAM Class of 1976 Inducted in 1994 As one of the truly outstanding female athletes during the early years of girls sports at Lowell High School, Christine Perron Pilgram achieved considerable success at the state, regional and national level while excelling as a member of both the gymnastics and track teams for the… [Read more bio info]
JOHN MORRIS, Class of 1995
JOHN MORRIS Class of 1995 Inducted in 2018 A distinguished two-sport standout, John Morris earned his place in the Lowell High School Athletic Hall of Fame by his illustrious accomplishments in the LHS pool, and on the baseball diamond. John was a key contributor to the success of the LHS Swim team under Coach Tony… [Read more bio info]
GREGORY MCADAMS, Class of 1921
GREGORY MCADAMS Class of 1921 Inducted in 1999 One of the true three-sport standouts of the early era of Lowell High School athletics, Gregory McAdams starred in football, baseball, and track for the Kirk Streeters. As a running back on the Lowell High football team Greg was the team’s leading scorer. It was as a… [Read more bio info]