James Hannigan '53 Athletic Scholarship

James Hannigan graduated in 1953. He was a two-year performer at 147 pounds for the wrestling team. He was instrumental in helping to establish the College’s wrestling program, joining “Kelly” Rossi and Nick Camporelli to get the program started in 1951. Hannigan forged a 6-2 record during his two seasons and set the College’s record for fastest pin (30 seconds). He served as secretary of the College’s first Varsity Club. Following graduation, he went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Pace University and was a manager of computer software for Mobil Oil Corporation. Following his retirement, he entered the coaching staff at Hendrick Hudson High School. He served as ski coach as well as coach for the indoor and outdoor track teams. Over four seasons as head coach of the girl’s track team, he guided the squad to two championships. He also coached boys modified soccer in Croton-on-Hudson. This award is selected by the Athletic Department to a full- or part-time, Returning/Continuing student studying Physical Exercise.