Known affectionately as the “Bumblebee” by Baltimore Orioles Fans, Al played 13 of 14 Major League seasons as a star first baseman with the Baltimore Orioles. His speed made him the Orioles all-time stolen base leader and he ranks second in career triples. In 1987, the “Bee” landed permanently among Orioles legends with his induction into the Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame.

After playing one year with the New York Giants, Leo Miles served for 22 seasons as an onfield game official in National Football League (NFL). In 1974, he became the first African-American to officiate a Super Bowl. (Super Bowl VIII).

After playing with the New York Giants, James Mitchell became the owner and operator of one of the largest African American automobile dealerships.

A veteran newspaper columnist and television commentator who in 1997 joined Turner Sports as a reporter, essayist, and studio commentator for the NBA on TNT and TBS SuperStation. Bryan is currently a sports columnist with St. Louis Post-Dispatch and has served as a commentator with HBO Sports, "Inside the NFL" and boxing telecasts.

In the world of track, the name Pete Bennett is synonymous with excellence. Bennett distinguished himself as both an athlete and coach at Virginia State where his achievements and winning legacy are a testament to his character and competitive spirit. His passion for track became his vocation when he began coaching at Virginia State in 1953. In a half century of service, Bennett coached 48 All-Americans, won 10 conference championships, and made a positive impact on the lives of countless students. He also had the honor to serve as a manager and coach at the 1975 Pan American Games in Mexico.