The BAHS Alumni

Athletic Hall of Fame

The Bangor Slater Athletic Hall of Fame honors individuals, establishes pride, and preserves the tradition of the Bangor Athletic program by honoring those who have made a significant contribution to athletics in the Bangor Area School District.

2007 Members of the Athletic Hall of Fame

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Alfred A. Capobianco - 1947 Al played 4 years of varsity football at Bangor and lettered for three years. As the team's quarterback, he led the Slaters to the Lehigh-Northampton League title in 1946 and set a passing record. Al also played four years of basketball at Bangor where he set a record as the leading scorer with 271 points in the 1946-47 season. He was named to the Lehigh-Northampton League Coaches' All- Star Team. While he was a sophomore, his team stopped a 65-game losing streak against Pen Argyl. The news was broadcast over the radio in Okinawa, where his brother Pat was stationed and heard about it. He worked as an agent for John Hancock Life Insurance Company for 35 years before retiring in 1990. He was a PIAA football and basketball official, officiating games for 49 years. The highlight of his career was 15 years of officiating the Easton/P-burg football games. In 1988 the game was televised on ESPN. Al was married to the late Marjorie Owens. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 2, 2006. They have four children and ten grandchidren. Top

Jarrett Hughes - 1996 No picture available   Jarrett acquired a total of ten letters in sports at Bangor High School - 4 in baseball, 3 in football, and 3 in basketball. In baseball he had 61 RBI's, 8 home runs, 8 triples, 17 doubles, 49 walks and 98 hits during his career at Bangor. He received Colonial League Honorable Mention four times: in 1993 for Shortstop, 1994 for Designated Hitter, 1995 for Second Baseman, and 1996 for Shortstop. He was the team Co-MVP in 1995 and MVP in 1996. He was tri-captain of the team in his senior year, a member of the Lehigh Valley Carpenter Cup Team, and he played in the American Cancer Society Senior Game. In 1996 the team won the Colonial League East Division title.   As a running back for the Slaters, his football career records include 23 touchdowns, 138 points scored, 271 attempts rushing for 1512 yards - averaging 5.6 yards per carry. He is credited with 30 receptions for 399 yards - averaging 13.3 yards, 18 kick returns for 312 yards - averaging 17.3 yards, 21 punt returns for 222 yards - averaging 10.5 yards, and 4 interceptions - 2 of which were returned for touchdowns. The team record from 1993 to 1995 was 27 wins and 7 losses. In 1996, Jarrett also received Colonial League and Express Times All-Star selections and played in the McDonald's All-Star Game. As a basketball player, Jarrett was a defensive standout who helped the team make district playoffs his senior year. He received Colonial League Honorable Mention in 1995-1996. Jarrett started college at Mansfield and transferred to Moravian in 1997 where he played baseball for four years. He set three career records for 131 hits, a .432 batting average, and 5 runs scored in a game. In 1999 he was the team MVP and was named to the MAC Commonwealth League 2nd Team. He graduated in 2000 with a BA in history and a minor in elementary education. He taught at Pius X High School from 2000-2006 where he served as AD from 2004 to 2006. He currently lives in York, PA with his wife, the former Lindsay Goffredo. He works at Lowes and is a substitute teacher. Top

Susan Spry - 1974 Susan Spry was a two-sport athete for the Bangor Slaters from 1970 - 1973. During those years she earned three varsity letters in basketball and two in field hockey. In basketball she scored an average of 11 points per game in her sophomore year and 12 points per game in her junior and senior years. She was co-captain and MVP of the team in her senior year. The team played in four Lehigh-Northampton League northern division championships and four Lehigh-Northampton League championships. In field hockey Susan played on one Lehigh-Northampton League championship team. She was co-captain and MVP of the team in her senior year. During her senior year she scored the most goals in a single game (5). She also scored the most varsity goals for a four-year career (32) and established a school recod for the most goals in a season (20). Susan graduated from Moravian College in 1978 where she also played field hockey and basketball. She received her master's degree from Lehigh University and currntly lives in Wilkes-Brre. She works at Luzerne County Community College where she is Associate Dean of Workforce Development. She is an adjunct professor at Wilkes University and works as a part-time senior therapist at Community Counseling Services in Wilkes-Barre. Top

Dr. Daniel Terpstra - 1993 Dan Terpstra was a wrestler and a football player for the Bangor Slaters from 1990 - 1993. Dan was a member of the 1990 Colonial League championship football team and the 1992 District XI championship team. He was captain of the team and MVP in his senior year. In 1993, he played in the McDonald's All-Star Classic as a starting linebacker. In the 1992 Pen Argyl game, Dan earned MVP honors and was named Lineman of the Game. He was also given the Voice of the Slaters Award in his senior year.   He had a stellar wrestling career at Bangor placing 5th in Districts in 1991, 3rd in 1992, and 4th in 1993. In 1993, he was the team captain, a regional champion, and was named to the 1st All-Pocono Wrestling Team. After graduation, Dan went to Muhlenberg College where he majored in pre-med. While there he played football and was team captain and MVP in 1996. He led the team in tackles and holds a school record for the most blocked kicks. He was named to the All-Conference 1st Team as a linebacker and to the 1st Team All-ECAC as a linebacker. He amassed many honors in his college wrestling career and was the first person in conference history to be a four-time conference champion. He was named wrestling scholar athlete in 1997. Dan graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002. He finished his residency at Pinnacle Health System Orthopedic in 2007. He is noted for receiving the highest score in the country on his orthopedic boards. Dan is currently participating in an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the University of Cinncinati where he is an assistant physician for the University of Cincinnati football and basketball teams and also for the Cincinnati Bengals. In September, 2008 he will be an orthopedic surgeon with Coordinated Health Systems in Pocono and Lehigh Valley Hospitals. Top

. Ronald Valletta - Athletic Director Ronald Valletta was a dedicated employee of the Bangor Area School District. He loved teaching and sports and gave countless hours of his time to Bangor athletics. Ron graduated from Pen Argyl High School in 1956 where he played football and baseball. He earned his Bachelor's Degree in German at Penn State in 1961 and his Master's Degree in Education at East Stroudsburg University in 1968. In 1964 he received the NDEA Award to study at the University of Munich in Germany. He joined the Marine Corps and had obtained the status of Corporal when discharged. Ron was an assistant football coach for Bangor in 1966. In 1971 he was appointed as Bangor High School's Faculty Manager, which was later termed Athletic Director. He served in this position for 24 years. He also served as league president and vice president for 6 years and 13 years respectively. During his career as Athletic Director, Bangor Area High School won 24 league championships, three District XI championships and one 4th place in a state championship. After 33 years of teaching, he retired in 1995. During retirement he enjoyed playing golf and going to Atlantic City. Ron passed away in 2001. He and his wife Brenda have three children and four grandchildren. Top

Louis Guida - Coach No picture available Louis Guida, a teacher and administrator at Bangor High School, contributed much to the Slater sports program, by coaching baseball, football, and golf. He served as the Slater's baseball coach from 1958 to 1968, starting as an assistant coach his first year and continuing as head coach for nine more years. While he was the head coach, Bangor won a total of six championships in 1964, 1965, 1966, and 1967. They were named Lehigh-Northampton League Champions in 1966 and 1967. He was also an assistant football coach from 1959 to 1965 and head coach of freshman football in 1964. In 1969, he started the golf program at Bangor and served as its coach until 1972. As a youth, Lou pitched for the Bangor American Legion baseball team and asa result of his success with the team was scouted by the St. Louis Cardinals and the Philadelphia Athletics. He played in the Blue Mountain Baseball League for many years and was included in its Hall of Fame in 1985. In high school he played baseball and football, lettering in both. As an adult his interest turned primarily to golf. He has won numerous tournaments and is credited with four holes-in-one. In 1973 he was named to the District XI Committee of the PIAA and served in that capacity for eight years. Lou retired from education in 1998. He is married to the former Lucille Martino. They are parents of one son, Emile, who teaches in the East Stroudsburg School District.