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Troy Inducts Eight into Troy University Sports Hall of Fame

Troy University Sports Hall of Fame

TROY, Alabama – Troy University inducted eight former student-athletes, coaches, supporters and administrators into the Troy University Sports Hall of Fame Saturday evening in Trojan Arena. The induction class was the sixth all-time into the exclusive group of Trojan greats.

The induction class consisted of Benny Beard (supporter), DeWhitt Betterson (football), Melanie Davis (softball coach), Dr. Doug Hawkins (administrator), Jerrel Jernigan (football), Johnny Long (band director), Bubba Marriott (football) and Frank Sadler (football).

"Tonight is a time for us to celebrate those who have had a significant positive impact on Troy University," Troy Director of Athletics Jeremy McClain told the sold out crowd in Trojan Arena.