M. and Mrs. A. C. Williams Playing career [ edit] G Greg Goff M Rick McCarty Categories: Delta State Statesmen baseball Back then, they used heat., The next day, Ferriss could not lift his right hand above his shoulder. He continues to serve his University, as an active member of the National Alumni Association and currently as Foundation Board President. Dr. Milton and Janie Allen Bradley In May 2004, the 82-year-old Ferriss watched from the stands as Kinnisons Delta State Statesmen finally won a national championship. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel P. Davis A group of Delta State University baseball alumni recently gathered for a weekend of fun reunion activities on campus. Gregory Bart Coach asked me how things were going and then he told me had some spots for people top help him and that there was some scholarship money involved, Kinnison said. Mr. Walter Wood, Jr. He and his father had decided that he would play his junior season at State, and then sign a contract with a professional team. Rev. In 2008, Harvey was inducted into the DSU Athletic Hall of Fame. This list may not reflect recent changes . Harvey is now in private business after a very successful stint as a senior executive with leading global hotel companies including Hilton Hotels Corporation. Kinnisonguided the Statesmen to the 2004 NCAA Division II national championship, six College World Series appearances and 15 NCAA South Regional appearances. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Ainsworth In 1946, Ferriss was the American Leagues number one pitcher with a 25-6 record and he pitched the Red Sox to a 4-0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1946 World Series. . Harvey still holds the career record for triples (14) and walks (140), and is tied for the single-game hits record with six. Kinnison was like a sponge. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 64 in the afternoon. Dr. and Mrs. John J. Arnold Victor Cates School Delta State University; Bubba Cates is a college coach.. After graduating college, Cates coached for Kirby High School.He was head coach at Jackson State Community College for nine years, going 255-161 and taking his team to the 1996 Junior College World Series. Ferriss retired following the completion of the 1988 season, but he continues to be a tireless supporter at all levels of baseball throughout the state and especially his beloved Statesmen. My guys know that I want whats best for them and Im going to fight for them every single day. He was at the top of his game in an era when baseball was Americas sport. I want my son to be like that man. Still, Kinnison figured that when he went back to school, he would be going back to be a manager. Mr. and Mrs. Michael O. Showcases. Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Hamberlin On Saturday, the two Alabama fans came down from the stands and each gave Ferriss a five-dollar bill. Email: lstanley@msdelta.edu. You never had to tell him twice to do anything., Kinnison remembers that Ferriss never failed to thank him for all that work. Whenever it came time to rake the infield dirt, Ferriss would call it scratching as in, Mike go out there and scratch around first base where its wet.. Dr. Clyde Muse Dr. and Mrs. Douglas L. Adams Most people simply know him as Boo. He is Dave Boo Ferriss, Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer and legendary coach of the Delta State University Statesmen. I hated telling a boy that he couldnt play the game he loved. Mike was one of the best managers I ever had, Ferriss says. Forty-nine of his players earned All-Gulf South Conference honors. I loved everything about coaching except for cutdown day. Youve got to settle the bet, one of them said. Hes the guy who laid the foundation. Dr. and Mrs. Bradley B. Teague Delta Regional Foundation Ms. Elizabeth Fike Two weeks later, Ferriss was back in the Boston Red Sox pitching rotation. Carol Lightsey He is a frequent speaker at civic clubs across the state, and he never misses an opportunity to watch his Statesmen play baseball. His final major league appearance was on Opening Day of the 1950 season, when he pitched only one inning. Posted on June 12, 2017 by Delta State. In 1988, he received the United States Baseball Federation Service Award for his contributions to the game. The story of how "Boo" Ferriss got his nickname is typical of how nicknames are created across the South: When he was a toddler, he tried to get the attention of Will D., his older brother. The only way I could even toss the ball was underhand, he said. Ferriss received the first full baseball scholarship to Mississippi State University,[5] where he pitched in 1941 and 1942 and joined the Kappa Sigma fraternity. My friend here says youre the guy who pitched yesterday, but I say you arent because the guy who pitched yesterday was right-handed. I had never in my life hit off a pitching machine. Mr. and Mrs. Willo Goodwin He finished the 1947 season with a 12-11 record for Boston. College Factuals sports rankings are a little different than the other ones youll find on the Internet, since our analyses take both athletics and academics into account. San Joaquin Delta College 5151 Pacific Avenue Stockton, California 95201 (209) 954-5151 The San Joaquin Delta College Athletics Department is not responsible for and does not endorse any website representing San Joaquin Delta College Athletics, that is not linked to the Official Website of San Joaquin Delta College Athletics web page. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Mr. and Mrs. Keith Walker [13], Ferriss lived with his wife, Miriam Izard Ferriss, in Cleveland, Mississippi. [4] In November 2002, he was inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame. He previously served as an assistant coach during the 2019-2020 season, where his responsibilities included serving as the program's recruiting . Mr. and Mrs. Paul S. Arnold Mr. David Ring Mr. and Mrs. Harry P Tarsi Mr. A.B. One of the most promising careers in baseball history was essentially over just as it was getting started. Among the people Ive known, Boo would be the one youd copy if you could and say I want to be like that man. Ferriss signed with the Boston Red Sox which sent him to its farm team in Greensboro, North Carolina. Ferriss then compiled a 256 record (the best in the AL) that helped the Red Sox win the AL pennant in 1946. 2013 Delta State University . He guided Delta State teams to the NCAA Division II playoffs in eight of his last twelve seasons, including three trips to the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship resulting in finishes of third (1977), second (1978), and third (1982). The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total. Then on a chilly, damp night in Cleveland, Ohio July 14, 1947 the world changed for Ferriss. Visit Campus | Campus Map | Visitor Information | Give to Delta State | University Policies | Legislative Updates | Ethics Line | Title IX | Contact Us. Morris Mr. and Mrs. That led to his having to settle two fans bet. Cary, N.C. 2013. If you do not have an existing account, you can also easily use an existing Google, Facebook or Apple account. Falk saw much promise in the easy-going young man from Mississippi. Delta State retires Kinnison's jersey; they'll never retire his remarkable story "Thats obviously not super realistic, but for me its laying the foundation for what we want. He won a national championship in 2004 and six NCAA Regional titles as head coach. Hear Ferriss talk about the call from the Boston Red Sox. Copyright 2000-2022 Sports Reference LLC. Phone: 662.246.6311. Mr. Gene Bryant Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. Likewise, money made for womens athletics can vary quite a bit by sport. He pitched twenty-two scoreless innings to begin his career. He had 19 RBIs in each of the 1945 and 1947 seasons. This is great since many college sports programs lose money. [4] In November 2002, he was inducted into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame . The group enjoyed lunch downtown with their former coach, the legendary Boo Ferriss, and his wife Miriam. 3:00 PM CDT. From 1993-1998, he had at least one All-American each year, one of only 3 junior colleges in the USA to do so. George Metkovich, Clevelands lead-off hitter, was at the plate and the count was full at three balls and two strikes. Grisham, a Mississippi native, began his career path thanks to coach Ferriss after the coaching legend cut Grisham from his team in the fall of 1978. Baseball is Delta pastime Ferriss was born in Shaw, Mississippi, at the beginning of the Roaring Twenties. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Smillie "I was tickled to death for him (about his selection. Audio clip from 1979 interview courtesy of The Center for Oral History and Cultural Heritage at The University of Southern Mississippi. Mr. Edward Broome His line drives became gappers. 14U . On days when he did not pitch, he was often called on as a pinch hitter. Mr. Bill Marchant This is a bit of a downer since it means that the program lost money, $-17,607 to be exact. Barry Lyons, who played for Ferriss from 1979 to 1982 before going on to play in the major leagues for the New York Mets, Los Angeles Dodgers, and California Angels, wept openly that championship day. Not all college sports teams can say that. Kinnisons teams routinely win 50 games. Mr. and Mrs. Christopher M. Burgess United States. More about our data sources and methodologies. The head coach and 2 assistant coaches train and lead the 10 players of the Delta State University womens tennis team. Mr. and Mrs. Bobo Catoe He needed money to pay his tuition, so he worked off-shore on an oil rig. Courtesy Delta State. She has financially supported several students with gifts and scholarships over the years in their pursuit of secondary and higher education. Baseball February 28 | Final LOSE 0 - 12 Final Baseball at Arkansas State February 28, 2023 4 p.m. Softball Heres what the comparison looks like for womens sports at Delta State University. Free shipping. A total number of 391 student athletes participate in varsity sports at the school, 284 of whom are male and 107 are female. This page was last edited on 19 January 2014, at 18:47. . Such an injury, a torn cartilage in the shoulder, would be repaired with arthroscopic surgery and the pitcher would only miss the rest of the season. ", Clark added: "What excites me the most about coach Wilburn is his excitement and passion for wanting to build a program from bottom to top. A group of Delta State University baseball alumni recently gathered for a weekend of fun reunion activities on campus. Or write about sports? Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. His former Red Sox teammates, guys like baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr, marvel at how Ferriss dealt with his misfortune. Dr. and Mrs. Kent Wyatt His arm nearly gone, Boo Ferriss got by on grit and guile. Tournaments. Ole Miss and Alabama had offered half scholarships. Ferriss holds several major league records that include the most consecutive home wins of 13 in 1946. Courtesy Mississippi Department of Archives and History. Dr. Wayne Lee, Jr To stay up to date on the Alumni Associations activities, follow these social media sites: Facebook (Statesmen Graduates), Twitter (@DSU_Alumni), Tumblr (http://www.dsualumni.tumblr.com), LinkedIn (DSU alumni), Instagram (dsualumni) and You Tube (dsualumni1). Van Cleve, Jr. He retired from Delta State in 1988 and became the schools most avid fan and chief fundraiser. PG Series. Mike Kinnison became Scratch Kinnison. Ferriss compiled a 2110 winloss record for the Red Sox in his rookie season. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The Doctors Campbell Mr. and Mrs. George Rhodes This means the program turned a profit, making $51,792 for the school. From 2015-18, Wilburn was an assistant coach at Taylor University before spending a season as an assistant coach at Ball State (2019) and as the head coach at Countryside High School in Clearwater, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Barney Chiz All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. He pitched still another shutout in the 1946 World Series. Rick Cleveland is sports columnist for The Clarion-Ledger. Mr. Ed Cauley Like I say, you either pitched or you went home, Ferriss said. There was no need. More than once hed come up to me as I was finishing washing and drying and hand me a 20 dollar bill, Kinnison says. It hurt. . Some days were better than others; I could still throw O.K. 18, 2022 at 6:52 PM PDT. Dr. and Mrs. William L. Hood Mr. Roy Sandefer The Book: Playing the Percentages in Baseball. He won his first eight major-league starts, and beat every other American League club in the process. Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Wiggins He soaked it all in all that and more. The Statesmen won 40 or more games 15 times in his tenure, reached the NCAA Division II World Series six. There are 129 players on the Delta State University mens football team, and they are led by one head coach and 10 assistant coaches. - the ability to be paid for posting What was Ferriss medical treatment in 1947? Well, I knew what was coming. He just knew that pain shot through his arm and then it went numb. My main goal,when I first get in there, is to try and lay the foundation and help people understand that were going to do things the right way, were going to play the game the way that its supposed to be played. Debbie Brock, a point guard, was 4-foot-11. He was offering some money. Nancy Harvey, while at DSU, was a member and officer of Delta Delta Delta sorority and served on the Panhellenic Board. He had no idea what had happened. The 8-member womens cross country team at Delta State University is kept in shape by one head coach and one assistant coach. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Supreme x Rawlings SS18 Baseball Softball Catcher's Mask Red Box Logo at the best online prices at eBay! Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame, Mike Kinnison, Judson Thigpen, Smith, Jr. First National Bank of Clarksdale c/o Chadwick-Dickson Athletic Field House, The Official Website of Delta State University Athletics, External Relations/Athletic Communications, TicketSmarter - Official Ticket Resale Marketplace, 2022 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Tickets, Senior Executive Associate A.D. for Compliance, Academics, and Internal Operations/SWA, Assistant A.D. for Health & Sports Performance (FB, MBB, WBB, XC, Golf, Cheer), Assistant Athletic Trainer (FB, MSD, WSD, Tenn, SB), Assistant Athletic Trainer (MSoc, WSoc, BSB). Delta State won the national championship and the Red Sox won the World Series in the same year, Boo Ferriss said. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Steven Vinson That decision was the turning point in my life.. He was also inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame, the Delta State University Sports Hall of Fame (1989), the Mississippi State University Sports Hall of Fame, and the Mississippi Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame (1981). Mr. Rick Cleveland Mr. and Mrs. Bob Billingsley 1 in the nation for several weeks in the NCAA Division II poll. Anybody who has ever played baseball will tell you how different that is. Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Charles Dr. Raanne Tindle Hed tell me, Go eat a steak tonight. The bases were loaded with two outs. By Delta State Athletics. After Ferriss's MLB playing career was over, he returned to the Mississippi Delta for two stints as the head baseball coach at Delta State University where he retired as the school's all-time leader in wins with 639. Can you believe it? His arm troubles and asthma restricted him to only nine starts and 31 appearances in 1948, and four appearances in 1949. I just figure the good Lord had other plans for me.. She was elected to and served as an officer of Kappa Delta Pi, an Education Honor Society and was chosen by the faculty as a Faculty Scholar and included in Whos Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. In addition to coaching at Delta State, Ferriss also served at various times as athletic director and director of the DSU Foundation. Sunny. Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 19 January 2023, at 02:24. Champion This is great since many college sports programs lose money. I learned so much about strategy and how you handle players and pitchers. Mrs. Carol Tatum Courtesy Mississippi Department of Archives and History. Nancy is a long time member of The Josephine Circle, Inc., a non profit organization that provides scholarships and interest- free loans to students for higher education, where she served on both The Board of Directors and Executive Board. City of Victoria. Mr. Edward Luse Mr. and Mrs. Charles Weissinger, Jr. Mrs. Brenda Dean After retiring from full time teaching, her love for children and education led her to a part time position at Capleville Methodist Church teaching preschool and working with three year olds. The sports at Delta State University are led by 13 head coaches, 7 of whom coach male teams and 6 of whom spearhead womens teams. Mr. and Mrs. John W Elliott Mr. Hunter Cade Our Lady of Victories Church (Delta State University Athletics) CLEVELAND,. Wilburn said his main goal is to build the culture in the program and set the precedent for what he expects out of the players, and what the players should expect from him. Baseball vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff February 26, 2023 12 p.m. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Ms. Michelle Baron Mike Kinnison's No. Mrs. Joyce Kennedy This equates to a net profit of $35,529 for the program. Ferriss became the first baseball player to receive a full scholarship to Mississippi State. But know this: For two and a half seasons, before a freak shoulder injury sidetracked him, Mississippian David Boo Ferriss was as promising, as effective a pitcher, as any of those baseball legends. On December 7, 1941, Ferriss was in his junior year at State when he heard the news that the Japanese had attacked Pearl Harbor, bringing the United States into World War II. He would further amaze his teammates and opposition alike by pitching batting practice left-handed on his off days. Mr. William Read Head Baseball Coach MS Delta Junior College May 1985 - Jul 2004 19 years 3 months. In case youre wondering why certain sports that Delta State University offers arent listed above, its because we have no data on those sports. Ferriss served as pitching coach for the Red Sox under manager Pinky Higgins from 1955 to 1959 before moving on to Delta State University as head coach in 1960. At age 13, and in the seventh grade, he was called down out of the stands to play second base for the high school team. On the plus side, this means that the program made $54,717 in net profit for the school. I was where I always wanted to be. Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, U.S. Department of Educations Equity in Athletics Data Analysis (EADA). Join our linker program. Instead of fielding ground balls, Kinnison smoothed the infield so others could. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Mr. and Mrs. James T. Harvey One of the graduate assistant coaches heard him and jumped on it. Yawkey Foundation II He also taught in the computer science and mathematics departments at the school. at Copiah-Lincoln Community College. The Statesmen played many of their games off campus and Ferriss coached without the benefit of an assistant. In February 1945, he was given his medical discharge from the Army. The award is officially called the C Spire Ferriss Trophy, including the name of corporate cosponsor C Spire Wireless. At age 25, ruggedly handsome Dave Boo Ferriss was a strapping, raw-boned powerhouse, standing 6 feet 2 inches and weighing 208 pounds. The Delta State University women's basketball program has announced the hiring of Tracy Stewart-Lange as its new head coach . Mr. Bob Reed, Jr. Twenty former players received Academic All-American honors and forty former players are now coaching in the high school and college ranks. Capt. Mr. David Cuicchi Mr. Mickey Thompson But Kinnison was not college baseball material at that point. Childrens Dental Clinic Mr. Walter Barrett, Jr. They settled in Yazoo County and William Douglas W.D. After his playing career, Wilburn was the head coach of theIndiana Prospects 17U National Team. His ability to throw either right- or left-handed would amaze baseball people throughout his career. Ill give you an example. Mr. and Mrs. James A. Newquist The mens tennis program at Delta State University made $143,637 in revenue and spent $91,845 in expenses. His 1988 team was ranked 9th nationally in the Collegiate Baseball poll. Thats much better than a loss. Dr. Phyllis Bunn At Wapahani, Wilburn set a then-school record with 309 strikeouts and earned All-State honors. You know how they ice arms down now? The Image Specialist Under his direction, 20 Delta State players earned All-American honors, 20 earned Academic All-American honors, 49 earned All-Gulf South Conference honors, 23 continued their baseball careers onto the professional level, and 40 former players coached in the high school and college ranks. Wilson said he was "born into" baseballwith his father and uncle both playing college ball. Hugh Miller Arant III Investments, LLC In 23 seasons as Delta State's coach, Kinnison compiled a career record of 981-313-2. Mr. Nicholas House That same season, Ferriss won twenty-five games and lost only six, pitching twenty-six complete games and six shutouts. He was broad of shoulder and slim of waist. Ferris died Thursday at the age of 94. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. I had to work somewhere and I decided to take the job as a manager. MVP Games. In 1946, he won thirteen straight games at Fenway Park. Nehi Bottling Company to his friends eventually moved to Shaw. He was that way before he got hurt and he has remained that way. - and much more! He chose State and became the first baseball player to receive a full scholarship to what was then Mississippi State College. Mr. and Mrs. C. Newt Willis As a rookie in 1945, Ferriss won twenty-one games for an otherwise forgettable Red Sox team that finished in seventh place in an eight-team league. Thats definitely a big plus. Mr. Ricky Perkins here As a student-athlete, Harvey helped the Statesmen to the 1977 & 1978 College World Series, and the 1978 and 1979 Gulf South Conference Championships. In fact, he played for former major-leaguer and University of Texas Coach Bibb Falk in a league that was probably more talented than the Piedmont League. William Douglas Ferriss, Sr., Boos dad, was a cotton farmer. In 1978 and 1982 he was selected as College Baseball Coach of the Year in Mississippi and was runner-up in that category in 1985. I just didnt have room for Mike. You earned it. Every town had at least one semi-pro team and competition was fierce. Those out on the field are involved in the game. Mr. Thomas Shelton I asked my coach to put in a word for me at Delta State. After receiving the trophy, Kinnison leaped into the grandstand, bounded up the bleachers, and presented the trophy to a teary-eyed Ferriss. Byrd Service Station, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Kirkham Povall Delta State University brought in $141,624 in revenue from its womens tennis program while paying out $86,907 in expenses. 3-Rock Farms Partnership Dr. and Mrs. Don A. Skelton Hes the best., Ferriss said, Thats all water under the bridge. Ferriss figured Metkovich was thinking that and threw an overhand curve. Mr. Mike Moore Mr. and Mrs. George Nassar Note: Ferris died on November 24, 2016, about two weeks shy of his 95th birthday. When he played for Boo Ferriss, Mike Kinnison (left) got a hitting lesson from none other than Ted Williams, a Baseball Hall of Fame and perhaps the greatest hitter who ever lived. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Lommel David Meadow Ferriss (December 5, 1921 November 24, 2016) was an American Major League Baseball player who pitched for the Boston Red Sox from 1945 through 1950. You have to spend time with the ones who arent in the game, make sure they stay interested and focused. Leonore O Malley In 1980, Harvey received the Charles S. Kerg award recognizing the top senior athlete. Mr. Chester Norris Luke Stanley will enter the 2020-2021 season as the head coach of the Mississippi Delta Community College baseball program. Hes the one that built the program to what it has become and hes still there today, doing anything and everything he can to make it better.. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. If it ever became available, Wilburn knew it'd be a job he wanted to pursue.. Hed always remember to take every opportunity to stay thank-you. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Then came that fateful day in Cleveland when Ferriss felt something pop in his shoulder. Ferriss is like a second father to scores of former DSU players, who he corresponds with in elegantly handwritten letters and cards. House Gas Co. Delta State University Sports Hall of Fame, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dave_Ferriss&oldid=1134516361, United States Army Air Forces personnel of World War II, Louisville Colonels (minor league) players, Mississippi State Bulldogs baseball players, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. The mens golf program at Delta State University made $162,347 in revenue and spent $140,385 in expenses. Company Website. In 1988, he received the United States Baseball Federation Service Award for his contributions to the game. Ms. Stella Corley All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. Lucy Harris, a post player, was 6-foot-3. All rights reserved. Delta State University Baseball Athletic Scholarships Powered by 1003 W Sunflower Rd Cleveland, MS 38733 (662) 846-3000 http://www.deltastate.edu/ Year Founded: 1924 Religious Affiliation: None College Type: Public , Suburban Enrollment: 3750 (full time undergrad) Tuition In State: $7,671 Tuition Out of State: $7,671 Division: NCAA II Conference: Mrs. Henri Kennard Last season, the Eagles went 6-18 overall and 0-14 in a competitive Hoosier Heritage Conference. Kinnison, a former DSU All American, won 75.6 percent of his games as the school's head coach. Chris Burgess 83 of Ridgeland, and Barry Lyons 84 of Ocean Springs, with former Statesmen baseball coach Boo Ferriss at The Warehouse in downtown Cleveland. Mr. William Nettles As a manager, you do whatever needs to be done. Mr. and Mrs. Milton C. Plitt I remember Coach telling men that the people on the bench are the ones you have to spend time on. Mr. Freddie Chiles Mr. Angelo Balducci, Jr. Guy Barr . I think youve got to kind of have that mix.". Mr. Casey Myrick Farmers worked hard and played hard. Image Credit: By Kilobytezero under License.

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