July 23, 2009
The University of New Mexico Alumni Lettermen’s Association has announced the 2009 inductees into the UNM Athletic Hall of Honor. The Class of 2009 includes Roger Cox (football and track 1950-52), Rene Matison (track and football 1965-67), Marion “Dutch” Niemants (football 1937-38), Chuck Roberts (1957-59) and Kristina Strandberg (skiing 2000-03). The posthumous inductee is Manny Foster (football, 1929-30). This is the 23rd class since the inaugural inductions in 1986.
Additional Awards:
Distinguished Service: Greg Remington (athletics media relations)
2008-08 Coach of the Year: Joe Franklin (cross country / track and field)
2008-09 Female Athlete of the Year: Jeanne Fairchild (volleyball)
2008-09 Male Athlete of the Year: Lee Emanuel (track and field)
The annual banquet and dinner will be held Thursday, Sept. 24, at the UNM Student Union Ballroom. Tickets are $50 each or $500 for a table of 10. Call the UNM Alumni Office at 277-2593 for more information.