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John Griffith

  • Class
    1958
  • Induction
    2013
  • Sport(s)
    Football, Men's Track and Field
A two-sport athlete during his time at Indiana State Teacher’s College (ISTC), Griffith participated in football and track and field.

A four-year starter at halfback, Griffith was a vital member of the ITSC ground attack during his playing years. He was an all-conference honorable mention his senior year in addition to being an honorable mention selection on the Tri-State Coaches All-Star team.

As a member of the ITSC track and field team, Griffith competed in the 100 and 200 yard dashes. 

After graduating in 1960, Griffith worked as a Reginal Public Affairs Manager for a Newark, NJ utility company. He also served as the Deputy Mayor in his home town.

He and his wife Patricia now live in Williamsburg, Va. They have three daughters, Pamela, Gail, and Jennifer, and four grandsons.
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