TYLER, TEXAS - The University of Texas at Tyler Athletics Department has announced it's 2023 Hall of Fame class, as Kelsie Batten (softball), Laura Lindsey (women's golf), Kevonte Shaw (men's track and field), Buck Thompson (men's track and field), King Campbell (Coach - men's and women's golf) James Vilade (Coach - baseball), the 1989 men's tennis team, the 1994 men's tennis team and the 2012-13 men's golf team comprise the second Hall of Fame Class.
"It is truly an honor to recognize the accomplishments of these outstanding former student-athletes, coaches and teams," UT Tyler Vice President for Athletics Dr. Howard Patterson said. "They played a major role in putting The University of Texas at Tyler's athletic program on the map, and we welcome them back to campus with open arms."
The group will be formally inducted into the Hall of Fame at a ceremony on Saturday, Mar. 25th. at 10 a.m. Those planning to attend or would like to inquire about ticket pricing are asked to please RSVP with Mychele Hughes at mhughes@uttyler.edu.
2023 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND DETAILS
UT Tyler Women's Tennis vs. St. Mary's
Friday, March 24, 2023
10 a.m.
UT Tyler Men's Tennis vs. St. Mary's
Friday, March 24, 2023
2 p.m.
The Alumni BBQ - Alumni & Family
Friday, March 24, 2023
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Patriot Plaza
UT Tyler Baseball Game vs. West Texas A&M
Friday, March 24, 2023
7 p.m.
Induction Ceremony & Brunch | UT Tyler Alumni House
Saturday, March 25, 2023
10:00 a.m.
The UT Tyler Crawfish Boil
Saturday, March 25, 2023
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Patriot Plaza
UT Tyler Softball Game vs. Oklahoma Christian
Saturday, March 25, 2023
2 p.m. | 4 p.m.
UT Tyler Baseball Game vs. West Texas A&M
Saturday, March 25, 2023
3 p.m. | 6 p.m.
Alumni Bash
Saturday, March 25, 2023
6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
UT Tyler Alumni House
UT Tyler Softball Game vs. Oklahoma Christian
Sunday, March 26, 2023
1 p.m.
UT Tyler Baseball Game vs. West Texas A&M
Sunday, March 26, 2023
1 p.m.
THE 2023 UT TYLER ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME CLASS
Four Time All-American (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
2016 NFCA National Player of the Year
UT Tyler Career Record Holder in Wins (118), ERA (1.42), Strikeouts (555), Appearances (158), Complete Games (79), Shutouts (40), Innings Pitched (817.1)
CWSA DIII Honda Player of the Year
Three Time All-American Southwest Conference Pitcher of the Year, Four Time First Team All-American Southwest Conference selection
2012-13 NCAA Division III Individual National Champion
Four Time All-American (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
Four Time All-American Southwest Conference Selection (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
UT Tyler Career Record Holder In Wins (13), Rounds at Par or Better (10), Finish Percentage (89.3%) Birdies (173)
Two Time Academic All-American Southwest Conference Selection
Three Time All-American (2012, 2013, 2014)
Two Time USTFCCCA West Region Field Athlete of the Year (2013, 2014)
NCAA Division III National-Runner Up (2014, Men's Discus)
2014 American Southwest Conference Sportsmanship Athlete of the Year
UT Tyler School Record Holder in Shotput (16.89 m) and Discus Throw (56.94 m)
NCAA Division III Individual National Champion - Indoor 200 Meter
2015 NCAA Division III All-American - Indoor 200 Meter
Two-Time All-American Southwest Conference Selection
UT Tyler School Record Holder in 60 Meter Dash (6.98) and 100 Meter Dash (10.50)
Head Coach of the 2013 NCAA Division III Men's Golf National Championship Team
Head Coach of the 2013 NCAA Division III Women's Golf Individual National Champion (Laura Lindsey)
2009 American Southwest Conference Coach of the Year
Mentored Nine All-Americans and 37 All-American Southwest Conference Selections
All-Time Winningest Coach in UT Tyler Baseball History With Record of 230-65
Claimed Back-to-Back American Southwest Conference Championships (2009-2010)
Led Program to First NCAA Division III Regional Championship Appearances (2009-2010)
Claimed Seven American Southwest Conference East Division Championships
Mentored 16 All-Americans and 101 All-American Southwest Conference Selections
1989 NAIA Team National Champions
First National Championship Team in UT Tyler Athletics History
Featured the Singles (Ken Olivier) and Doubles (Ken Olivier & Chris Harris) NAIA National Champions
Finished the Season Undefeated in Dual Matches
1994 NAIA Team National Champions
Finished the Season Undefeated in Dual Matches
Both 1989 and 1994 National Championship Team Were Coach by UT Tyler Athletics Hall of Famer Fred Kniffen
2013 NCAA Division III National Champions
Featured Two PING All-Americans (Buddy Hallman, John Dukes)
Featured NCAA Division III National Runner-Up - Buddy Hallman
Tied for Highest National Ranking in Program History (No. 2)
Claimed Four Team Victories Throughout the Season
