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Hampden-Sydney College

Hampden-Sydney College Tigers

Hall of Fame

Johnny Ellis

John Ellis

  • Class
    1970
  • Induction
    2012
  • Sport(s)
    Special Citation
Ellis, a 1970 graduate, played one year of varsity baseball in 1967 before founding the College’s rugby program in 1968 and serving as team captain for two years. Ellis has since been a vital part in increasing rugby’s status to a varsity club program – the only one in the state of Virginia.  His dedication to H-SC Rugby has been relentless, as evidenced by his invaluable assistance with coaching, clinics, and financial support. Ellis’ strong involvement has continued in his post-graduate years, as he has served on the Athletic Committee of the Board of Trustees for nine of the last eleven years and has helped support the College and the athletic department in countless and immeasurable ways. 
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