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Gary LaRocque

  • Class
    1975
  • Induction
    1993
  • Sport(s)
    Baseball Excellence, Basketball Excellence

  • Became the first baseball All-American in program history when he earned ABCA Third Team honors in 1974.
  • As a shortstop, compiled a career batting average of .305.
  • Earn All-New England honors in 1974.
  • Served as team captain as a senior.
  • A 14th round draft pick by the Milwaukee Brewers in 1974.
  • A shooting guard and top defensive performer, played an important role in four NCAA Division II basketball tournament appearances (1971-75).
  • Shared MVP honors in basketball as a senior.
  • Scored 962 career points during his basketball career.

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