Over the past three days, I have had the distinct pleasure of representing Wabash and the Athletics Department at receptions held in Merrillville and South Bend.  As I mentioned in an earlier entry, our admissions office has the unique approach of reaching out to high school prospects by bringing Wabash to them.  

    In Merrillville, I had the opportunity to catch-up with Scott Riley '04.  Scott was a pitcher at Wabash before serving as an assistant coach with me for two seasons.  The psychology major and member of Phi Delta Theta is currently expecting his first child with wife Denisa.  Scott, a native of Portage, does a great job of scouting talent in the area for our program.

    South Bend proved to be quite a treat.  Not only was I able to share some time with Dick Barger '55 and Andy Auter '86, but was joined by President White.  President White, having spent 18 years as an administrator at St. Mary's College in the South Bend region, made the trip to visit with prospects and parents in the area.  Following the reception, President White and I shared a car for the three hour trip back to Crawfordsville.  To say the least, it was a great experience that few get to have.  From stories of where we grew up in Illinois, to milkshakes, movies, and Heisman Trophy winners...it was memorable.

    A special 'thank you' goes out to the admissions representatives who make all of the Wabash receptions throughout the country possible and special for all involved!