Former Mobile, AL commissioner who was elected to Mobile Sports Hall of Fame in 2000. Served as deputy commissioner for 11 years and 20 years as Mobile ASA commissioner. Was involved in softball for more than 50 years and was regional vice president from 1980-1981. He hosted and served as director of the first ASA national tournament in Mobile, 1976. Directed 15 regional tournaments and two area tournaments during career as commissioner. Elected to the Mobile Hall of Fame in 1975 and the Alabama Softball Hall of Fame in 1992 as a charter member. The softball complex at Cottage Hill Park in Mobile was named in his honor in 1990. Is commissioner emeritus. Was born August 10, 1918 and passed away March 28, 2006.
