Class of 2007

A standout on both the football field and the wrestling mat while at Springfield College, Larry Mulvaney translated his experiences into becoming one of the most influential figures in New York State High School Athletics history.

A three-year starting offensive tackle on the football field and the starter at the heavyweight division for the wrestling squad, Mulvaneys collegiate athletic career was interrupted by his service with the United States Marines in World War II from 1943-1946. Mulvaney was a varsity wrestler for three years at Springfield and one year at Dartmouth and was second in the heavyweight class two years in a row in the New England Collegiate Championships.

After finally earning his degree in physical education, Mulvaney settled in Schenectady, New York, where he would make his mark on the football and wrestling programs. From 1952 to 1967, Mulvaney led Mont Pleasant High Schools football teams to a 107-64-4 record, including three seasons with an undefeated record. In 1967, his squad achieved the No. 1 ranking in the state of New York. In his tenure, Mulvaney coached six high school All-American gridiron stars.

Enjoying an equal amount of success in the same time period while coaching wrestling, Mulvaneys squads posted a 209-58-6 record. In 2007, he was named to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame, one of five previous hall of fames he has been inducted into.

Mulvaney also made a commitment to his community as he started Pop Warner Football in Schenectady and served as the first commissioner, and also coached the youth program for Schenectadys Parks and Recreation Department for 25 years.