Rocco R. Blasi '31

Inducted Feb. 18, 1978

"There could not be a more fitting name than Rock to give this youth who has literally been a tower of strength, a very Gibraltar to the football team, the boxing squad and the baseball nine. He has become a three-letter man who has won our hearts as surely as he has won his 'C.' " — p.33, 1931 Cardinal

Blasi is remembered for the unbelievable feat of winning two fights in one boxing match, defeating two Temple boxers in his senior season. The team captain won a tough-fought decision in the 160-pound class, only to stay in the ring to defeat Temple's 175-pounder as well. Blasi received a full five-minute standing ovation from the home crowd.

Participation

• Baseball 1,2,3
• Football 2,3,4
• Boxing 2,3,4