ENMU ATHLETICS NEWS Richardson Celebrates 99 Fall 2020 Athletic Professor Emeritus and former coach Dr. Calvin “Carl” Richadrson (BA 48) celebrated his 99th birthday quietly at his home in Portales, New Mexico on July 25. Carl wore many hats at ENMU – coach of the football, tennis, golf, baseball, basketball and track teams; professor of physical education; and director of the Health and Physical Education Department. As a coach, Carl was named NAIA District 7 Coach of the Year nine times in three different sports. His tennis teams had a 113-32 record and four NAIA District 7 championships, while the football team was 59-37, including an undefeated season in 1957. As a baseball coach, he guided the Greyhounds to a 52-12 record in a four-year span, and led the golf team to four NAIA District 7 championships. All this athletic excellence was underscored by a commitment to academic excellence, as he always expected his athletes to make the grades and maintain strong working relationships with faculty. After his retirement in 1986, he tirelessly recruited for his alma mater, travelling the area and speaking to community groups. To help us celebrate Carl’s birthday, donate to the Carl Richardson and B.B. Lees Scholarship online at enmu.edu/donate.
Seasons Postponed
As uncertainty associated with COVID-19 continues to throw athletic seasons into doubt, ENMU has made the decision to postpone all athletic practices, competitions or organized activities this fall. In a July 28 statement appearing on the ENMU website, University President Patrice Caldwell stated athletic competitions might return in the spring. "Although we are extremely disappointed that the renewed safety concerns are taking us in a different direction, we all believe this is the right decision for the health and safety of our Greyhound family," President Caldwell said. As of July 28, the Lone Star Conference (LSC) decided to delay fall sports practice to no earlier than August 24, 2020, with competition beginning September 21, 2020. Eastern's decision to postpone the fall sports schedule was made independently of the LSC. If the conference continues with its plans to play sports in the fall, it will be without ENMU's participation. According to President Caldwell, "the University will not take chances with the lives of students, faculty and staff." For up-to-date information, visit goeasternathletics.com.
Engraved Bricks Still Available at Greyhound Stadium There is still a chance for ENMU alumni to become a part of history, as the final 25 spaces remain at Greyhound Arena to engrave their names in stone. Cost for each 8x8-inch brick is $250, with the bricks displayed near the home side entrance to the stadium. There are also only 26 metal locker plaques available. Each plaque is 5x3 inches and will be engraved with the name of the alumnus’ choice. These plaques – at $1,000 each – will be placed in the Hounds’ home locker room, used both by ENMU and visiting high school teams for Portales High School home games. To order a brick or locker plaque, please call Kourtney Paiz at the ENMU Foundation at 575.562.2412.
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Green & Silver | September 2020
