Jim Fischer founded the Delaware Track and Field Hall of Fame in 1994 and served as president of the organization until 2016. Jim is currently on the Board of Governors and continues to serve the organization.
Jim has been Head Coach of the highly successful University of Delaware men’s cross country and outdoor track and field programs for over 25 years. He also currently serves as the Director of University of Delaware Running Programs in which he oversees the administrative responsibilities of both the men’s and women’s track & field and cross country programs and assists the women’s track and field team.
Jim has been named America East Conference Coach of the Year five times, winning the award for indoor track in 1993 and 1999 and for outdoor track in 1993, 1994, and 2000. Jim also serves as an advisor to the Leukemia Society and Delaware Special Olympics.