Michael Cochran

Induction Year:

1997

graduation year:

1986

AWARDED FOR:

football, basketball, baseball, track

ABOUT

Was a 4 sport star at GHS winning 2 letters in baseball, 3 letters in basketball, 3 letters in football and 4 letters in track. He was All Conference basketball his senior year, All Conference track his senior year and All Conference football in both his junior and senior years. He was All County football 2 years, as well as All NEO and All State his senior year. Went on to star as a linebacker at YSU where he was namedDefensive. Player of the Year in 1988 and 1989. Mike is currently the strength and conditioning coach for the YSU football team.

accomplishments

  • Distinguished himself as a remarkable multi-sport athlete at Girard High School, earning a total of 2 baseball letters, 3 basketball letters, 3 football letters, and 4 track letters.
  • Demonstrated his exceptional talent and dedication in various sports, including achieving All-Conference honors in basketball during his senior year, All-Conference recognition in track during his senior year, and All-Conference honors in football during both his junior and senior years.
  • Garnered multiple football accolades, including being named All-County for two years, All-Northeast Ohio (NEO), and All-State during his senior year, highlighting his impact and skill on the football field.
  • Carried his athletic prowess to Youngstown State University (YSU), where he excelled as a linebacker, earning recognition as the Defensive Player of the Year in 1988 and 1989, showcasing his leadership and contribution to the team's success.
  • Currently serves as the strength and conditioning coach for the YSU football team, contributing to the development and preparation of future athletes while maintaining a strong connection to the university and the sport.

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