University School of Milwaukee’s Athletic

Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

October 1, 2016

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Dear Friends,Welcome to the 2016 University School of Milwaukee Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Tonight we honor and celebrate the contributions of our inaugural class of inductees. This special group consists of players, coaches, teams, and distinguished contributors—all of whom have made a lasting impression on our community.

University School of Milwaukee has a long-standing tradition of athletic achievement, beginning with the three predecessor schools: Milwaukee Country Day School; Milwaukee Downer Seminary; and Milwaukee University School. Tonight’s ceremony will reflect that tradition.

We hope you enjoy the evening and take time to share stories with those around you. Tonight we celebrate those who left a lasting legacy—a legacy responsible for shaping the athletic program that we see today at USM.

Congratulations, inductees, on all of your athletic achievements.

Sincerely,

Luke HoudekAthletic Director

Laura J. Fuller Head of School

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The Athletic Hall of Fame has been established to forever commemorate a legacy of exceptional performance and contribution by former USM and predecessor school athletes, coaches, teams, and distinguished contributors, and to recognize the important role of athletics within the culture of the School.

Inductee Presenter

Howard Boese Rob Balge ’77

Frederick Miller MCDS’25 Stephen Farwig ’75Director of Major and Planned Gifts

Marion MDS’37 and Verne Read Gregg Bach, Assistant Head of School

Lane MacDonald ’84 David Fritz ’81

Holly Palin Cornille ’02 Kate Taylor Mouton ’02, Assistant Athletic Director

Jim Laing Steve Bruemmer, Former Faculty and Coach

Polly MDS’38 and Henry MCDS’39 Uihlein

Tony Fritz, Retired Faculty and Coach

Von Mansfield ’78 Jay Wigdale ’78

Ken Laird Steve Becker MCDS’64

MUS Basketball, 1957–1961 Luke Houdek, Athletic Director

5:30–7:00 p.m.

–Reception–

7:00 p.m.

–Dinner–

–Welcome– Vanessa Nerbun, Director of Alumni Relations

Laura Fuller, Head of School

–Our Athletic Heritage–Kip Jacobs ’74, 7th-Grade Science Teacher

8 :00 p.m.

–Hall of Fame Induction–Michael Williams ’70, Master of Ceremonies

Evening Program

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Frederick Miller

Frederick Miller MCDS’25 came to Milwaukee Country Day School as a high school freshman. From the start, he excelled both academically and athletically. He quickly became a star on the football team, playing fullback during his MCDS career. He was also a starter on both the basketball and baseball teams. Miller’s excellent football skills, combined with his scholastic

average, caught the attention of several major colleges, including the University of Notre Dame. Upon graduation from MCDS, Miller enrolled at Notre Dame, and became an All-American tackle under legendary head coach Knute Rockne.

Marion and Verne Read

True fans and boosters of the University School of Milwaukee athletic programs, Marion MDS’37 and Verne Read attended countless Wildcats games and matches, supporting their children and grandchildren, and their teammates. Their long and enduring friendship and generosity helped bring to fruition a multitude of fundraising efforts. Hockey, tennis, compensation for coaches,

and USM’s outdoor athletic complex have all benefited from their support. The Marion and Verne Read Lower School Gymnasium is named in their honor. Additionally, each year the Marion Chester Read Sportsmanship Trophy is awarded to a senior female athlete for her ability, attitude, conduct, and leadership.

Howard Boese

Howard Boese coached football, basketball, and baseball at Milwaukee University School, and also served as its athletic director, beginning in 1949. His teams were renowned for “doing it the right way,” and for playing with respect for the game, the rules, and their opponents. Following the school merger in 1964, Boese was named University School of Milwaukee’s first athletic

director, and he coached baseball for USM until 1980. To honor Boese, an award was created bearing his name. It is given each year to the senior baseball player who best exhibits exemplary sportsmanship. In addition to being a dynamic coach, Boese was an incredible athlete. Considered a standout during high school, and after serving in World War II, he went on to play baseball for the University of Wisconsin.

Lane MacDonald

Lane MacDonald ’84 served as captain for University School of Milwaukee’s football, hockey, and baseball teams in the early 1980s. During his time on the ice at USM, MacDonald helped his teams win the WISAA State Championships in both 1983 and 1984. He was also the recipient of the Henry H. Uihlein Sportsmanship Trophy in 1984. MacDonald was drafted by the NHL in

1985 but instead chose to enroll at Harvard University, where he played hockey and graduated cum laude with a degree in economics. He was twice named a first team All-American and won the Hobey Baker Award. He deferred his senior year at Harvard to train for the 1988 Olympic Games in Calgary, where he co-led the team with six goals in six games. While serving as captain his senior year he led the Crimson to their first NCAA title in 1989, which still stands as Harvard’s only national championship in any major sport. MacDonald was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 2005 and also became the 54th inductee into the Beanpot Hockey Hall of Fame in 2014.

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Holly Palin Cornille Holly Palin Cornille ’02 is one of the most highly decorated female athletes in University School of Milwaukee history. She earned 14 varsity letters, and served as captain of the USM field hockey, basketball, and soccer teams. In basketball, Palin was a starter all four years and a three-time first team all-conference selection. In soccer, she led her teams to three conference championships.

In field hockey, Palin led the team to two Wisconsin High School Field Hockey Association state titles. Her junior year she was named first team all-conference and invited to participate in the all-star game. She capped her USM athletic career by receiving the Marion Chester Read Sportsmanship Trophy. Palin was recruited to play field hockey for Northwestern University, where she was also a member of the basketball team. At NU she was a three-time Big Ten All-Academic team honoree, was named to the NCAA All-Midwest Region team, served as captain her senior year, and was invited to try out for the U.S. Women’s National team.

Jim Laing

Beginning in 1964, Jim Laing coached the University School of Milwaukee boys’ tennis team to 36 Midwest Prep and Midwest Classic conference championships and 10 Wisconsin Independent School Athletic Association (WISAA) team championships. His players also won 24 WISAA state individual championships. In 1971, he began also coaching the girls’ tennis team. He led them to

an all-time record 12 WISAA state team championships. His players also won 41 WISAA state individual championships, before he retired as head coach in 2000. Wanting to remain involved with USM tennis, Laing stayed on as an assistant coach in both programs for several more years, finally retiring completely in 2008, 44 years after first accepting leadership of tennis at the School.

Polly and Henry Uihlein

Lifelong supporters of athletics, Polly MDS’38 and Henry MCDS’39 Uihlein were dedicated to youth hockey in Milwaukee. They were among the original supporters of the Milwaukee Winter Club, which has been instrumental in promoting the sport in the Greater Milwaukee area. The Uihleins also made a significant

contribution to renovate the ice rink at USM, which now bears their names. Additionally, each year the Henry H. Uihlein Sportsmanship Trophy is awarded to a senior male athlete for his ability, attitude, conduct, and leadership.

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Von Mansfield

Von Mansfield ’78 joined University School of Milwaukee his sophomore year and had an enormous impact on the athletic program, earning nine varsity letters. Mansfield served as co-captain of the basketball and track and field teams. In addition to being an all-conference defensive back in football, he was a state champion in the long jump. He concluded his impressive USM

athletic career by receiving the Henry H. Uihlein Sportsmanship Trophy. After graduation, Mansfield walked on to the University of Wisconsin football team, and subsequently earned an athletic scholarship. He was drafted by the NFL in 1982, and played for the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers.

MUS Boys Basketball, 1957–1961

From 1957 to 1961, the Milwaukee University School boys’ basketball team was unstoppable. During the 1957-58 season, they started a winning streak that became one of the longest in Wisconsin high school history and is still the longest in School history. The streak began when the Lancers, coached by Gerry Gottowske and led by co-captains Jim Bell and Paul Wick, defeated Milwaukee Lutheran 55-43. Following were 57 more consecutive victories under the subsequent leadership of captains Robert Walker, Pete Berg and Andy Sawyer. The team

was known for balanced scoring and strong control of the boards. Many fans and coaches marveled at their unusual poise under fire. The streak was finally snapped by Wayland Academy during the 1960-61 season.

Ken Laird

From 1938-1970, Ken Laird compiled an overall record of 189-42-13 as head football coach at Milwaukee Country Day School and University School of Milwaukee. His teams achieved 12 undefeated seasons, and won five Wisconsin Prep Conference championships and 11 Midwest Prep Conference championships. During one period while at MCDS, he coached a 32-game winning

streak. Laird also found time to officiate football and basketball at both the high school and collegiate levels for 25 years. In 1970, his final team was not only undefeated but also the first non-Catholic private school to compete in the WISAA playoffs. Laird is a member of the Wisconsin High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame, and USM’s football field was named in his honor in 1992.

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Plaques recognizing each member of the University School of Milwaukee Athletic Hall of Fame will be displayed on a

commemorative wall to be constructed in the Upper School athletics entrance/Quadracci Lodge as one of the initiatives

of the Our Common Bond Campaign. To learn more about the campaign contact Patrick Tevlin, Chief Advancement Officer, at

ptevlin@usmk12.org or 414.540.3330.

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Nomination Process

- Athletic Hall of Fame classes will be selected every three years by a committee of alumni, the current Athletic Director, and current/ former faculty and coaches.

- Nominations are due by December 1 prior to each induction ceremony. The next ceremony will take place in fall of 2019.

- There are no restrictions on who may submit a nomination form. - Nomination forms are available in paper or online.- Once a nomination is received, the nominated individual and/

or team member is mailed a letter and questionnaire requesting information about themselves and their achievements.

- Once the nominee has returned the completed questionnaire, the candidate is officially placed into the selection process.

- The committee will review nominees and select the class of inductees.

An Athletic Hall of Fame committee appointed by the Head of School will review nominees and select the class of inductees based on the criteria below.

Nomination Criteria

Student-Athlete- Must be a graduate of USM (or any of its predecessor schools)

at least 10 years beyond graduation.- Must have earned exceptional individual accomplishments within

a sport.- Must have made significant contributions to the success

of a team.- Must have strong moral character and good citizenship

throughout his/her life.- In addition, those with post-graduate distinction in sports and

those with individual/team success in multiple sports will be given strong consideration.

Coach- Must be a former coach at USM (or any of its predecessor

schools) who has also achieved coaching distinctions elsewhere.

- Must have at least 10 years of varsity coaching responsibilities at USM (or any of its predecessor schools).

- Must be retired from coaching at USM for a minimum of five (5) years.

- Must hold an outstanding coaching record. - Must have positively influenced the student-athletes he/she

has coached and be the embodiment of the sport(s) he/she coached.

Team- Must have achieved outstanding success in their sport

and brought honor and recognition to the School’s athletics program. Examples include: undefeated season(s); best record in School history; notable winning streaks; league, regional, and/or state championships; overcoming adversity or special circumstances to succeed; and distinct moment(s) during a season that deserve special recognition.

Distinguished Contributors- Must have made significant contributions to USM (or a

predecessor school) athletics through leadership, inspiration, and/or support of the School’s athletic programs.

- Must demonstrate long-term contributions of time, talent, and treasure in support of USM (or predecessor school) athletics.

- Cannot be currently employed by USM.- Must embody strong moral character and good citizenship.

To access more information about the USM Athletic Hall of Fame, USM Athletics, and the USM Booster Club, please visit www.usmathletics.org.

Thank you to the following for helping make this event possible:

ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME COMMITTEESteve Becker MCDS’64Steve Bruemmer, retired faculty and former coachHolly Palin Cornille ’02Liz Cyganiak Stuckslager ’91David Fritz ’81Kip Jacobs ’74, 7th Grade Science Teacher, former coachJohn “J.S.” Stephens, retired faculty and former coachMargy Stratton Norman ’84Jay Wigdale ’78Michael Williams ’70 USM STAFFSteve Bruemmer, retired faculty and former coachKip Jacobs ’74, 7th-Grade Science TeacherLuke Houdek, Athletic DirectorKate Taylor Mouton ’02, Assistant Athletic DirectorVanessa Nerbun, Director of Alumni and Parent Relations

TABLE SPONSORSCyganiak Planning Laura and Jay ’78 WigdaleMillerCoorsMilwaukee Winter ClubJames MCDS’55 and Libby WigdaleRead Family Foundation

FRIENDS OF THE USM ATHLETIC HALL OF FAMELaura WigdaleMagic ProductionsAlex Walzak PhotographyWisconsin ClubUSM Booster Club