Hall of Fame induction: 2024

His athletes were not just competitors; they were champions. Under his coaching guidance for 16 years, 10 individuals’ throwers won state titles, with several earning national titles. He coached numerous thrower who placed in County & State meets. One thrower Rayshawn White was shot-put national runner-up outdoors, Chris White placed 4th in the shot-put in the Nike indoor national meet. Bradley also coached several throwers who earned medals competing in the Penn Relays.

These achievements are testament to his skill as a coach and his ability to inspire excellence. Brad’s peers regarded him as one of the best throwing coaches in the state, a recognition that was well-deserved.
Some of the most notable athletes who thrived under Brad’s coaching include:

• Rayshawn White former state record holder in women’s shot put and a multiple-time state champion.
• Ean Rose A several-time state champion who continued his athletic career at Delaware State University.
• Denisha Young State champion in her events.
• Chris White A six-time state champion and All-American who earned a full Track & Field scholarship to Purdue University.
• Latifah Vaughn State champion.
• Carlton Rose State champion.
• William Brown State champion.

Brad’s impact extended beyond individual achievements. In 1996, when his team won the state championship, the throwers alone contributed 46 points on the men’s side. The Colonial’s girl team totaled 40 points in the same field events as the men’s team. Then William Penn Head Coach Rod Lambert credited his assistant (Brad Lane) for the key performances.

Consistently, year after year, the team benefited from a reliable 15-20 points, thanks to the strength of the throwing squad.

Brad Lane’s career is more than just a collection of victories and records; it’s a legacy of excellence, dedication, and the ability to elevate those around him to achieve their best. His retirement marks the end of an era, but the impact of his coaching will be felt for generations to come.

Hall of Fame induction: 2024

One of the nation’s top throws prospects for the Class of 2008 . Wrapped up her high school career at Caravel Academy as a 16-time Junior Olympic All-American and a two-time high school All-American.

Set her personal best in the javelin with a silver-medal winning performance at the Nike Outdoor Nationals in 2006.

Her personal best in the javelin ranked No. 8 in the United States by a high school girl in 2006. Followed by winning another silver medal in the event at the Nike Outdoor Nationals in 2007.

Set a meet record of 146-5 in winning the young women’s javelin title at the 2007 USATF National Junior Olympic Track and Field Championships in Walnut, Calif.

Also won the Junior Olympic title in the young women’s discus in 2007 with her personal best of 149-3. Was the first Delaware female title winner from the state when she won the javelin at the historic Penn Relays.

Won a total of eight state titles in the discus and shot put during her high school career. Was the Dela-ware high school state record holder in both the shot put and discus at the time she signed with the Lady Tigers.

Wrapped up her collegiate career ranked among the premier throwers in the history of the Lady Tiger program at Louisiana State University.

Was the No. 2-ranked hammer thrower in school history with a personal record of 205 feet, 3 inches. Was the No. 3-ranked weight thrower in school history after setting a PR of 61-9 ½ indoors as a senior in 2012.

Claimed All-SEC honors during her senior season with a runner-up finish in the hammer throw at the 2012 SEC Outdoor Track & Field Championships held at LSU’s Bernie Moore Track Stadium in Baton Rouge.

Scored 23 points for the Lady Tigers in SEC competition during her four-year collegiate career. Was a two-time NCAA semifinalist in the hammer throw in 2011 and 2012. Finished as high as 13th place nationally in the hammer throw at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships

Named to the SEC Academic Honor Roll four-straight seasons from 2009-12. Graduated from LSU in May, 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and obtained a second Bachelor’s degree from LSU Health Science’s in May 2016 with a degree in nursing.

Hall of Fame induction: 2024

Aysha Gregory is a distinguished track and field athlete whose career has been marked by an impres-sive blend of power, speed, and leadership. Aysha began competing in age group track with USA Track & Field, AAU Track & Field and the Colgate Women’s Games in New York City, and consistently ranked nationally in the Shot Put and Discus for her age groups. At the Colgate Women’s Games as a 6th grad-er Aysha won the middle school division throwing a high school shot put and was awarded the “Most Promising Newcomer” award. She went on the hold the middle school division title in the shot put in 7th and 8th grade and set a new middle school record.

A standout at Brandywine High School, Aysha was awarded the prestigious “B Award” in 2004 for her exceptional sportsmanship, leadership, and athletic ability, highlighting her impact both on and off the field. Throughout her high school career, Aysha earned a remarkable seven 1st Team All-State honors in track and field. She uniquely combined her strengths as a sprinter and shot putter, dominating the field events. She consistently clinched first place in nearly every competition and broke the state, school and meet records time after time.

In addition to her shot-put achievements, Aysha made her mark in the sprints, placing third in the 100-meter dash at the 2004 D1 State Track & Field Championships and seventh at the Meet of Champions. And running on championship relays in the 4×100 and 4×200. Her versatility also shone through in the discus, where she secured several top finishes.

Aysha continued her athletic journey at the University of Maryland, where she further distinguished herself by breaking Maryland’s Hammer Throw record with a remarkable toss of 185’6” feet at the Duke Invitational Meet in 2008. Aysha was recognized as a scholar athlete all 4 years at Maryland and named a Team Captain her senior year.

Hall of Fame induction: 2024

Michael was a highly accomplished high hurdler. He attended De La Warr (1977-78) and William Penn High School (1979-80), where he won the state 110m high hurdle championship twice, in 1979 (14.7) and 1980 (14.3) as well as the Meet of Champions in 1980. During these years, he also secured victories at the New Castle County (14.5) meet and the Glasgow Invitational meet.

While at Delaware State University (1980-1985), Michael won the Delaware State Invitational in 1982. He also set Delaware States University school record in the hurdles (14.1) He earned championship point in the MEAC Indoor Conference Championships by placing second (7.44) and 3rd in the Outdoor Championships (14.4). He was also part of a championship-winning 4x100m relay team that won their college Championship Division at the Penn Relays in 1984.

As a master Michael place third in the 1999 USATF National Masters Outdoor Championships in Orlan-do, FL. In 2000 he was the men’s 35 age group national champion in the men’s 110-meter-high hurdles. Indoors, he was a national champion in the 60m high hurdles in 2000 and place 3rd in 2001 & second in 2002. In 2004 he placed 4th in the World Indoor Masters Championship in the same event.

Hall of Fame induction: 2024

Graduated from Dartmouth College in1980 where he set the school record for 500m and earned All-Ivy honors… As a masters athlete, he set the World Age Group record for indoor 400m (49.40),.. indoor 4 x 400m relay (3:31.04), indoor 4 x 200m relay (1:31.40) and outdoor 4 x 400m relay (3:20.84).

He also holds the American record for 4 x 400m short track relay (3;34.93). He has 1 400m World Mas-ters Championship, 4 National Masters 400m Championships, 2 National Masters 400m hurdles Championships and 1 National Senior Olympics 400m Championship (51.00).

In addition, he holds the Delaware Senior Olympic state records for 200m in 50 -54 age group (23.58) and 50 -54 age group (25.72) and 400m in 50 -54 age group (54.45) and 55 -59 age group (59.69).