Hall of Fame
Blair was a standout on both the football and baseball fields in his four-year career at Hampden-Sydney. He mainly played quarterback and was the Tigers' leading passer as a freshman. Not only did Blair throw touchdowns, but he also kicked extra points. Beginning in his sophomore year, he also played baseball and batted .300 on the diamond. He was a co-captain of both teams and garnered All-State honors for each sport. Blair was also involved around campus in various clubs, and in his junior year he served as class president. Five years after graduation, he returned to his alma mater, Fork Union Military Academy. He first served as a teacher and coach, but was promoted to Assistant Athletic Director in 1962. He was again promoted, to Athletic Director, and served as such until his retirement in 1995. As AD he founded and developed the prep athletic program and brought the Academy into the Virginia Preparatory League. He is also a member of the Twin Counties (Southwest Virginia) Sports Hall of Fame and of the Fork Union Military Academy Sports Hall of Fame. Blair is retired and lives in Galax, Virginia.
