Carl Lloyd Arehart '31
Football, Basketball, Track,
1928-1931
Dr. Arehart shares with Charlie Garden the distinction of being
H-SC's first football All-Americans. A versatile player in
football, basketball and track, his leadership qualities were
outstanding. He was considered one of the finest ends and
punters in the Virginia Conference. Dr. Arehart was an
outstanding shooter in basketball and competed in the field events
in track. A fine student, he set an example in the classroom
by making the Dean's List every semester.
He was born in Greenbrier County, West Virginia. After
graduating from Hampden-Sydney, he went to seminary and served
pastorates in Charles Town, West Virginia, and other West Virginia
locations. He was called to the Farmville Presbyterian Church
in 1956, and soon became closely identified with life on the H-SC
campus. Not only in the church-affiliated groups but in all
areas of campus activities, he was a strong supporter and staunch
friend.
He died on May 26, 1960, at the age of 51.
W. Birch Douglass, Jr. '36
Football,
Baseball, Basketball, 1933-1936
A three sport star for the
Tigers in the mid-30s, Birch Douglass played football, baseball and
basketball while earning nine letters. A native of Kinston,
NC, Birch played professional baseball in the International League
after his graduation from H-SC. He was captain of the '36
team and pitched and played first base. In basketball, he was
a fine shooter and an outstanding passer. Birch played
quarterback and halfback for the Tigers and led the team to a 5-5
record in 1935.
He performed brilliantly in
H-SC's 13-7 win over the University of Virginia and in the Tigers'
loss to Richmond, he scored the team's only touchdown on a 60-yard
run.
Birch now resides in Richmond
where he is in the insurance business.
James D. "Jimmy" Ferguson '79
Football,
1976-1979
A native of Lynchburg, Jimmy Ferguson is the most prolific
rusher in H-SC gridiron history, with 3,601 yards. He earned
second team All-America honors as a junior.
As a healthy junior, he gained a school-record 1,460 yards for a
team that won the ODAC Championship and advanced to the NCAA
Tournament. He underwent knee surgery before his senior
campaign, but still rushed for 719 yards.
After his career ended in 1979, Ferguson held the school marks
for yards in a game (226), most carries in a season (258) and
career (758) and he held every H-SC scoring record, eight records
in all, the most held by any single H-SC football player. He
was honored in 1977 as the ODAC Player of the Year and the Richmond
Touchdown Club's Small College Offensive Player of the Year.
A three-time All-ODAC pick, Ferguson also kicked extra points and
field goals for the Tigers. He played baseball for three
years until his knee injury ended his career.
James Gordon Frazer '57
Football and Track,
1954-1957
An outstanding athlete, Jim Frazer excelled in both track and
football for the Tigers. In track, he was the first man in
the state of Virginia to throw the shot over 50 feet and the discus
over 150 feet. He established school records in the shot put
(50' 1/8") and discus (150' 7"). In addition, he was captain
of the track team.
As a football player he was named to the All Little-Eight
football squad as a tackle for three years. Coach Jim Hickey
stated, "Jim was one of the best offensive linemen I've ever
coached." During his years at H-SC, the Tigers posted two 8-1
seasons. Perhaps the highlight of his football career
occurred against Washington and Lee during the 1955 season, when he
intercepted a lateral pass from the Generals' quarterback and
lumbered ten yards for his only score of the season.
After his career at H-SC, Frazer was drafted by the Cleveland
Browns. Jim is in the insurance business and lives in
Richmond.
Leon Hawker '60
Basketball, Baseball,
1957-1960
This Danville, VA, native may have been the best all-around
athlete to ever wear the Garnet and Grey. As a freshman, he
was selected to the first team All-Mason-Dixon basketball
squad. Leon is the only Tiger to make the All-Virginia Small
College team for four consecutive years.
He remains the second all-time leading scorer in H-SC history
with 1,861 career points. In his four years, the Tigers
posted a 59-37 record against all colleges in Virginia. In
baseball, he was selected to the All-Mason-Dixon team in two
positions, pitcher and shortstop, lettering four times.
His teammates elected him captain of the basketball (two years)
and baseball squads. Leon's ball-handling skills, court
savvy, and ability to score made it a pleasure to watch him
perform.
Leon lives and works in Mobile, Alabama, where he still exhibits
his athletic prowess on the golf course as a scratch player.
SPECIAL CITATION
James William Dunnington '11
The Athletic Hall of Fame's 1990 Special Citation goes to James
William Dunnington, whose association with Hampden-Sydney began 80
years ago as a student. He attended Hampden-Sydney from 1908
through 1911. Dunnington continued to support H-SC athletics
and baseball in particular.
Dunnington, who after his graduation entered the tobacco
business in Farmville, financially supported many students,
including a member of 1989s Hall of Fame class. He used to appear
at virtually every home baseball game, and sat immediately behind
home plate. From there, he would question the balls and
strikes of the umpire and second-guess the coaches. He was
loved by all and is considered a true legend in the H-SC Athletic
Department.
Mr. Dunnington died on October 1, 1971. The Dunnington
Dedication Award, named is his honor, is presented each season to a
Tiger baseball player who demonstrates exemplary hustle and
determination.
**All information listed is current as of
1990.
