Class of 2007

The bone-jarring tackles made by “Bus” Ackerman in the 1920s era of football were made even more impressive by the lack of modern protective gear. Read More “George “Bus” Ackerman”

It’s been over three decades, yet two of Shaun Bogan’s Antioch High School swimming records have yet to be broken. Shaun’s splash into the AHS record pool ran from 1974 through 1976, setting record performances in the 200-yard, 50-yard freestyle, 100-yard individual medley and 100-yard breaststroke. Read More “Shaun Bogan”

Jack Danilovich’s tenure at Antioch High School was short, but his influence was indelible. “He put Antioch on the map” according to one of his star players, and fellow Sports Legend, Worth Shaw. Read More “Jack Danilovich”

Panther football, basketball, and track teams were dominated by Ron “Bogie” Edwards between 1960-1963. The multitalented Bogie was the DVAL basketball player of the year and league scoring champion. Read More “Ron “Bogie” Edwards”

Jack was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal as a Rear Admiral in the Navy, but decades earlier he had earned a chest full of varsity letters at Antioch High – eight to be exact. Read More “Jack Garrow”

Michelle Gromacki’s face may have been hidden behind a catcher’s mask during her playing career, but she continues to make herself known in the world of softball. Read More “Michelle Gromacki”

Ralph’s outstanding Panther career included being on the All-League backetball and baseball teams in 1954. As a freshman, Ralph played varsity basketball and in baseball, he batted .318, leading his team to a league championship. Read More “Ralph Holding”

Gino is arguably the most successful professional athlete to call Antioch High School his alma mater. He played varsity football for the Panthers under Coach Jack Danilovich between 1941-1943. Gino graduated in 1944, at the height of WWII. Read More “Gino Marchetti”

Ron represented Antioch High School well in 1965, becoming the East Bay Player of the Year, and went on to a nearly decade-long career in the NFL. Read More “Ron Pritchard”

Duane had a lengthy career as both player and coach in the National Football League, but got his first taste of success as a member of the undefeated AHS Panther football squad of 1945 under Coach Jack Danilovich. Read More “Duane Putnam”