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Methodist Athletics Hall of Fame

Dr. Ernie Schwarz

  • Class
    1966
  • Induction
    2006
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Basketball, Administration
The "Founding Father" of Methodist College athletics, Dr. Ernie Schwarz ’66 will be inducted posthumously. He was the first Director of Athletics while also serving to develop the Methodist intramural program and the Physical Education curriculum. He was the first men's basketball and golf coach and in 1966 was named the DIAC Coach of the Year. Schwartz was a professor of exercise and sports science and went on to serve as a faculty athletic representative and interim Athletic Director at East Carolina University.
    
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