THE GREATER LANSING AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAME
INDUCTION CEREMONY
HENRY PATINO
August 10, 2023
By Chuck Krafft
Henry Patino was a hurdler and runner for Lansing Everett High School and Eastern Kentucky State University.
He was the 1964 State Champion in high hurdles, low hurdles and the 880 yard relay. He was named to the All-American team and given an outstanding athlete award. He still holds the city record in high and low hurdles. (It will not be broken as they now use metric distances for track events.)
Mr. Patino noted that he had actually run a race against Bob Steele, who was recently introduced.
He then thanked the Hall of Fame for inducting him and saluted his coach for their help in developing his talent. He particularly mentioned Dave Patterson.
He considers running hurdles a "metaphor for life" as you will fall down, but have to keep getting back up.
He is thankful that his athletic experience gave him the foundation to succeed in life.
For those of you who would like to read about all the acceptance speeches, here is a log of the whole ceremony!
https://lansingcivicevents.blogspot.com/2023/08/2023-greater-lansing-area-sports-hall_84.html
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