Class of 2002

Bob Cope (1964) -- Following Cope’s death in 1997, Kansas State Head Coach Bill Snyder stated, “He was a marvelous family man, who accomplished a great deal in life with his family, his faith and his profession.” In 32 seasons on the collegiate level, Cope coached 23 nationally ranked defenses and participated in 8 bowl games with Arkansas, USC, Baylor, and Kansas State.

Boyce Green (1974) -- An 11th round draft choice of the Cleveland Browns, Green was the top rusher for two seasons. HIs 101 yard kickoff return put his Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL playoffs, Green’s name dots the C-N football record book in all-time rushing, regular season rushing, and single game performances.

Roy Hill (1965) -- The first Eagle athlete to earn All-American honors in both baseball and basketball. Hill was a member of the NAIA National Championship Baseball Team and was named to the Carson-Newman Basketball Team of the Century. A true student-athlete, Hill came to Carson-Newman without any athletic scholarship.

Vickee Kazee-Hollifield (1983) -- The only softball coach in Carson-Newman’s 16-year history, Hollifield has won over 500 games. She has coached her team to 5 national tournaments, 12 conference titles, and has been named Coach of the Year on numerous occasions. Hollifield still holds 3 records as a Lady Eagle Basketball player.

Jean Love (1983) -- A two-time All-American on the tennis court, Love was also tabbed Academic All-American in 1983. In 1981, she entered the national tournament as the #1 seeded player. She won 88 doubles matches during her stellar career. Dr. Jean Love is currently Director of Tennis at Carson-Newman. 

Jack Wade (1950) -- Nicknamed “Stud”, Jack Wade was a multi-sport athlete in football, basketball, and baseball. Wade earned athletic letters in all three sports every year he participated. He was named captain of both the football and baseball teams. Later he distinguished himself as a high school coach and principal.