Alumni from Clear Creek High School and Clear Lake High School, along with their families, friends and CCISD leadership, gathered on October 23, 2021, to be a part of the Clear Creek ISD Athletic Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony and Reception. Guests looked on as three legendary coaches, 10 elite athletes and three state championship teams were officially inducted into the Athletic Hall of Honor, collectively as the Class of 2020.
Click here to view photos from the Athletic Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony and Reception.
Although the class was selected in 2020, plans for the ceremony originally slated for fall of 2020 had to be deferred due to the pandemic.
“We have waited more than a year to celebrate this talented and special group of individuals,” said Athletic Hall of Honor Board President Dede Macpherson in her opening remarks. “It is now time to give our alumni athletes the recognition they have earned.”
More than 250 guests were first treated to nostalgic performances of the Clear Creek and Clear Lake school songs sung by student choirs of their respective alma maters. Past President Dr. C. Lynn Davis served as Master of Ceremonies and members of the Athletic Hall of Honor Committee alternated introducing the inductees and inviting each to the podium to share a few special memories and receive their award.
“To be given the opportunity to share in this experience was truly an honor in every way” said Peggy Whitley, Class of 2020 Athletic Hall of Honor inductee and iconic Clear Creek High School basketball coach beginning in 1968. “It was a great time, sharing memorable moments of athletics in CCISD and a time to reconnect with old teammates and coaches. I, and many others, will carry the memories of this event for many years to come.”
The special event is made possible by generous supporters including Founding sponsors, Lewis Jewelers and the Luis Garcia family and many Platinum, Gold and Silver sponsors who contribute to the success of the ceremony.
Click here to see the complete list of all those who were honored and inducted as the Class of 2020.