Worcester State

Ann Ash, your talent, drive and determination have distinguished you as one of the most versatile athletes to ever wear a Worcester State uniform.

You earned 15 varsity letters while playing field hockey, volleyball, basketball and softball for the Lancers from 1970 to 1973. In the fall it was off the field hockey practice field and onto the volleyball court all in the same day. A leader indeed, you were captain of the field hockey, basketball and softball teams.

You were honored for your undergraduate achievements by selection to Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities and were the recipient of the Outstanding College Athlete Award.

You were an assistant coach in field hockey, basketball and softball at Worcester State from 1974 through 1976 and were head volleyball coach in 1974 and 1975.

You are currently a teacher, coach and the athletic director at St. Peter-Marian High School in Worcester. Your high school teams have compiled amazing records in softball (204 -13) and basketball (216 -42). Your basketball teams have won seven district titles and one state title, while your softball teams have won nine district titles and four state championships. You were named the 1984 Massachusetts Basketball Coaches Association "Coach of the Year". You are a widely recognized leader in the high school coaching ranks in New England.

Ann Ash, it is with great pride that we induct you into the Worcester State College Athletic Hall of Fame as a charter member.