Anthony Latell

Induction Year:

2001

graduation year:

1956

AWARDED FOR:

football

ABOUT

Was a three-sport star at GHS. Regarded as the top defender in the area as a GHS gridder. Earned All-Steel Valley honors and Most Valuable Player honors by the GHS Athletic Boosters in 1955. Won three football letters at the University of Dayton while starring offensively and defensively. Sought by several pro teams including Green Bay, Pittsburgh and Chicago before signing with the Buffalo Bills of the AFL in 1959. Presently serving as Ohio State Senator -32nd District.

accomplishments

  • Awarded All-Steel Valley honors and named Most Valuable Player by the GHS Athletic Boosters in 1955.
  • Gained recognition as the top defender in the area while playing football for GHS.
  • Earned three football letters during his time at the University of Dayton, excelling both offensively and defensively.
  • Garnered interest from multiple professional teams including Green Bay, Pittsburgh, and Chicago.
  • Ultimately signed with the Buffalo Bills of the American Football League (AFL) in 1959.
  • Currently serving as an Ohio State Senator for the 32nd District.

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