MACON — The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame inducted a blue-ribbon class this past weekend — players, coaches and administrators — highlighted by the inclusion of former Bulldog football coach, Mark Richt.
The Hall has seldom honored a more popular figure in our state. His impressive resumé is the basis for his selection, two SEC titles the centerpiece, and he is generally regarded as one nice guy who finished first. Fans, even those who root for a different school, appreciate the man for his faith, integrity, and Good Samaritan values.
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