Athletes to be inducted in Hall of Fame

By Dick Sparrer

Donald Bowden of Saratoga is among the outstanding athletes who will be honored with induction in the San Jose Sports Hall of Fame on Nov. 2 at the San Jose Arena.

Bowden, honored for his accomplishments in track and field, will be inducted along with Jack Elway and John Elway (football); Francie Larrieu Smith (track); and Charles "Chuck" Taylor (football). Taylor will be inducted in memoriam.

Also being honored at the ceremony will be High School Athletes of the Year, Rometra Craig (Mitty) and Chase Lyman (St. Francis); Amateur Athletes of the Year, Mandy Clemens (Santa Clara University soccer) and Troy Walters (Stanford University football); and Special Olympian of the Year, Damion Harris of San Jose.

In addition, the Sam Piraro and the San Jose State University baseball team will receive an "Exceptional Achievement" award for their accomplishments during the 2000 season when they reached the College World Series.

For tickets, the call the Hall of Fame hotline at 408.288.2936.

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