The 36th Annual FAMU Sports Hall of Fame program will induct six members in the Class of 2011 during enshrinement ceremonies Friday, Sept. 2, at 7 p.m. in the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center and Teaching Gymnasium.
This year's inductees are: FAMU President James H. Ammons (Supporter); William Campbell (Baseball); Eddie Cooper (Football); Clarence Hawkins (Football); Shaunta' Pelham (Track & Field); and Felix Williams (Football).
Ammons (2007-present) has been instrumental in the resurgence of FAMU Athletics throughout the past three years. Upon his appointment as university president in 2007, he provided the leadership and financial support necessary to remove FAMU from NCAA probation and raise the academic progress rate.
Campbell (Baseball • 1972-1976) is one of the all-time top infielders in Rattler baseball history. William "Soup" Campbell was also a team leader as well as a prime time competitor.
Cooper (Football • 1963-1969) is a 1967 graduate of FAMU, where he played free safety, starting three seasons. Cooper finished his career with 16 pass interceptions, playing for legendary coach Alonzo "Jake" Gaither.
Hawkins (Football • 1974-1977) was a versatile halfback and receiver, who finished his career among the all-time leading rushers in FAMU history. Hawkins helped lead Coach Rudy Hubbard's Rattlers to the school's last undefeated season, a national championship and two conference titles in his four seasons as a starter.
Pelham (Women's Track & Field • 1997-2002) was honored as the MEAC Outstanding Female Performer in 1999 and selected as the Most Valuable Sprinter and Most Outstanding Female Athlete for the Rattlers (2000 and 2002).
Williams (Football • 1971-1974) was a three-year starter at defensive back for the Rattlers from 1972 to 1974. He was honored as team captain in 1974. He was a two-time All-SIAC selection in 1973 and 1974, garnering Kodak Division II All-America honors in 1974.
Tickets for the event are on sale from the FAMU Athletic Ticket Office.