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Don Cavalero

  • Class
    1956
  • Induction
    2013
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Basketball
A four-year letterman for Indiana State Teacher’s College (ISTC), Cavalero was part of teams that had a combined record of 49-33 during his four seasons. 

Cavalero enjoyed a successful career at ISTC. He was named Coaches’ 
All-Conference and Penn Sports Writer Team. He was also named to the West Penn Little Eleven All-Conference team for the 1954-55 season. He was awarded the Gold “I” Basketball Award. 

After receiving his bachelor’s degree in 1956, Cavalero went on to serve in the U.S. Army. As a sharpshooter, he received good conduct medal for his service. 

He currently resides in Butler, Pa. A retired teacher, Cavalero lives with his wife Susan. They have three sons, twins Jeffery and Randal, and Stephen.  
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