| Title: | Hall of Fame Inductee 2022 |
Malcolm “Big Dog” Person was a three-year member of the men’s basketball program from 1971–74, serving as captain during the 1973–74 season, leading the team to the NAIA Tournament. He was named a three-time MASCAC 1st Team All-Conference and All New England Selection, becoming an Honorable Mention All-American in 1974. Person tallied 928 rebounds, 13.3 rebounds per game, and a record high 33 rebounds versus Fitchburg State, and 1,725 career points, with a 24.6 points per game and a record-leading 49 points in a single game on December 20, 1971, versus Nichols College. Widely recognized as one of the most dominant players in Worcester State basketball history, he ended his career with 70 percent wins and sits atop the Lancer record books in numerous categories for both his prolific scoring and rebounding.