LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Coach Stan Evans upon the occasion of
his induction into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
outstanding individuals who distinguish themselves through their excep-
tional performance, attaining unprecedented success and the highest
level of personal achievement; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor
Coach Stan Evans upon the occasion of his induction into the Greater
Utica Sports Hall of Fame; this auspicious occasion will be celebrated
at the Hall's Class of 2013 Induction Ceremony, to be held on Sunday,
June 9, 2013, at the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre in Utica, New York; and
WHEREAS, Stan "Buddy" Evans served as a physical education teacher and
basketball coach in the Rome City School District for more than 30
years, and throughout that time, he earned the respect and admiration of
his community, his peers, his students and the athletes he so ably
taught and coached during his tenure; and
WHEREAS, Having coached the Rome Free Academy Boys Basketball team for
22 years, beginning with the 1970-71 season, Coach Stan Evans is the
program's winningest coach with a record of 241-198; he led his
1973-1974 squad to the Section III Class A Championship with a team
record of 21-2, and his 1975-1976 squad was edged in the Section finals,
compiling a 17-5 record; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his leadership on the court, Coach Stan Evans
also made an impact on the baseball diamond while serving as the Head
Junior Varsity Baseball Coach; his 43-year career record stands at an
astounding 460-198; and
WHEREAS, After his tremendous high school coaching career, Coach Stan
Evans moved on to the collegiate level, first with Hamilton College,
then with SUNY Institute of Technology, and currently with LeMoyne
College; he spent 11 years as an Assistant Basketball Coach and the
Continentals made eight NCAA appearances, one Sweet 16 appearance and
three UCAA Championships; the Continentals record was 197-95 and he
coached three All Americans; and
WHEREAS, During his two year stint at SUNYIT, Coach Stan Evans served
as an Assistant Coach, coached an All American and helped guide the
Wildcats to a 33-24 record; his last stop on the coaching circuit landed
him on the bench as an Assistant Coach at LeMoyne College; and
WHEREAS, A longtime basketball and football official, Coach Stan Evans
has served as a member of the IAABO Board No. 51 and the Mohawk Valley
Football Officials Association for nearly 50 years; he served as a foot-
ball assignor for 30 years and as a member of the New York State Section
III Basketball Committee for 20 years; with the New York State Basket-
ball Coaches Association, he was a Section III Representative and its
Vice President in 2010; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to society, Coach Stan Evans has worked with
many big names in the game over the years including NBA Hall of Famer
Dolph Schayes, former St. John's University Coach Lou Carnesecca, and
Syracuse Orange Coach Jim Boeheim, among numerous others; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Gail, their children,
Steven and Kristen, and their grandchildren, Trey, Stanley and Eliza-
beth, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his life and rejoice
in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such outstanding accomplishments are brought to our attention,

they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Coach Stan Evans for
his extraordinary accomplishments which are a tribute to his skill,
dedication and commitment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations with
praise and pride to honor Coach Stan Evans upon the occasion of his
induction into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Coach Stan Evans.