West Long Branch, NJ (August 19, 2009) - The Monmouth University Sports Hall of Fame has announced the inductees chosen for the class of 2009.  This distinguished class includes Godfrey (Buzz) Buzzelli, Coach/Administrator; Cheryl Goerke Criscuolo '82, Swimming; Jeannette Goepfert Mason '92, Soccer; Joseph McCullough '98, Baseball; Michelle Allen Moss '88, Basketball; and Donald Wiley '80, Basketball.

This year's class will be inducted into the Monmouth University Sports Hall of Fame at the Sports Hall of Fame 2009 Induction Dinner, Friday, October 30th, 6:30-10:30 p.m. in historic Wilson Hall.  Master of ceremonies will be Dave Popkin, renowned sportscaster and Monmouth County native.  Dinner tickets at $85 per person.  Please call the Office of Alumni Affairs at 732-571-3489 to make reservations

Inductees will be honored in a half time ceremony during the Hawks' football game on Saturday, October 31st when Monmouth hosts Bryant. Kick-off is at 1PM

Godfrey (Buzz) Buzzelli was a member of the Monmouth College community since 1958, and was a professor, assistant athletic director and coach during his tenure. He coached basketball, baseball, tennis and soccer, and helped implement Monmouth's move to Division I.

Cheryl Goerke Criscuolo '82, a 16-time All-American swimmer and three-time team captain, won the 1978 AIAW Small College National title in 200-yard butterfly. In 1979, she won the AIAW Division II All-America Award and placed third at the Division II National Championships (100 IM). 

Jeannette Goepfert Mason '92, soccer All-American in 1990, earned all-region twice and all-state on three occasions, while being named the Monmouth Most Outstanding Female Athlete in both 1991 and 1992. Following her 65-point career, her No. 10 jersey was retired.

Joseph McCullough '98, two-time baseball All-Northeast Conference performer, who is tied for the all-time lead in career hits, was named Second-Team All-American in 1998. In the same season, while leading Monmouth to its first NCAA Division I Regional appearance, he was named the NEC and NJCBA Player of the Year and NEC Tournament MVP.

Michelle Allen Moss '88, a two-time Basketball First-Team All-Northeast Conference selection, ranks second on Monmouth's All-Time scoring list with 1,912 career points. Her 17.2 points per game ranks amongst the program's best, while connecting on 46.2% from the field for her career.

Donald Wiley '80, Basketball, a two-sport athlete at Monmouth, ranks 12th on Monmouth's All-Time scoring list with 1,431 career points, while adding 1,100+ career rebounds, and was drafted by the New York Knicks in 1980. An honorable mention Division II All-American, he was a two-time MVP and twice named Big Apple Conference MVP.

The Monmouth University Sports Hall of Fame was established in 1981 to recognize, honor, and perpetuate the achievements of members of the Monmouth University family who have made outstanding contributions to Monmouth University athletics. These individuals have helped to bring recognition, honor, distinction, and excellence to Monmouth University and its athletic programs. Prior Hall of Fame inductees include Olympic Gold Medal swimmer Wendy Boglioli, Former Major League Baseball pitcher Ed Halicki, NAIA Baseball All-American James LaRusso, U.S. Women's Soccer National Team Captain Christie Rampone, the "Founding Father" of Monmouth Athletics Abe Schwartz and legendary Swimming and Diving Coach Dick Steadman. 

The Hall of Fame Selection Committee solicited alumni and the general public for the names of eligible nominees.  

For more information about the event please contact Associate Athletic Director Clint Wulfekotte at (732) 263-5750.