2016 North Baltimore Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees:
This is the “script” that was read by long time NB Sports PA Announcer, Bob Smith, at the Hall of Fame induction, Friday, Feb. 12, 2016. The event was held in The Jungle on the campus of the North Baltimore High School.
Matt Gazarek ‐ Baseball (1995)
Matt graduated from NB in 1995 and stood out as a baseball and basketball star during his time here at NBHS. During Matt’s baseball career at NB he was Offensive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Captain’s Award winner, and was also selected to the Coaches’ Association All‐Star Game. He also was both a 2nd and a 1st team all‐MAL selection. While at NB, Matt also excelled in basketball. He was received the Captain’s award twice, was a 3 year letterman, and was chosen as the team’s MVP.
After high school, Matt continued his baseball career at The University of Findlay. While at Findlay, Matt was a 3 year letterwinner, was chosen as UF’s most improved player, and was also selected to the First‐Team sectional All Great Lakes League.
Additionally, Matt has spent time with the Toledo Mud Hens as a bullpen catcher. Matt currently is a Lieutenant with the Perrysburg Township Police Department.
Emily Stewart – Softball (2011)
Emily graduated from NB in 2011. During her time at NBHS Emily was a 4‐year Varsity letter winner for the softball program. She was named 1st team MAL, 1st team Northwest District 7, MAL Scholar Athlete, Second Team All‐Ohio, 1st team All‐Ohio, 2011 MAL Player of the Year, and the US Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award.
After completing her junior year, she signed her National Letter of Intent to play softball for The University of Findlay. Emily graduated in the top ten percent of her class, receiving both academic and athletic scholarships for The University of Findlay. During her time at UF, Emily was a 4‐year starter for the Oilers. Emily was a three time Academic All‐American, as well as a Dean’s List candidate. She was chosen as the Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Program’s Outstanding Senior.
Emily graduated from The University of Findlay with a degree in Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health Management. Currently, Emily is a Safety Advisor for BP at the BP Husky Refinery and pursuing her Master’s degree in Safety Sciences from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Mackenzie Carpenter ‐ Softball (2011)
Mackenzie graduated from NB in 2011. She was a standout softball player for the Tigers. During her sophomore year she was selected as an Honorable Mention to the All‐MAL team as well as 2nd team All‐District roster. Mackenzie followed up with a strong junior campaign by being chosen to the All‐MAL 2nd team while being voted on to the 1st team All‐District. Finishing off her career at NBHS, Mackenzie posted an incredible senior year. She was selected again to receive 1st team All‐MAL and 1st team All‐District honors. She added to her list of achievements by being voted to 2nd team All‐Ohio as well as a fantastic addition to the All‐Wood County Softball Team.
Bobby Lawson ‐ Coach/Celebrated Fan
Bobby is a 1983 Graduate of the Wood Lane School of Disability. Every single student‐athlete that has graduated from NB since 1981 has competed with the help of Coach Bob‐O!
Bobby has held many positions at North Baltimore: Team Manager, Coach, Trainer, Athletic Director, and most importantly Super Fan. In 1981 Bobby began as a waterboy for the Varsity Football program under the guidance of Head Coach Mike Bracken. Bobby soon turned into the assistant coach with a whistle that never stopped blowing. It didn’t take long for Bobby to transition to the rest of the sports in North Baltimore. Bobby not only influences our high school and junior high athletes, but also supports all of the youth programs that go on outside of the school.
Bobby always has a smile and loves the community of North Baltimore. If asked, Bobby will be sure to point out two things: one, that is he either the head coach or athletic director and two, that he is most proud of being a Tiger! Along with being inducted into the Hall of Fame, we would like to take this opportunity to present Bobby with an Honorary Varsity Letter and Letterman’s Jacket. Which was kindly donated. We proudly welcome Bobby to the NB Hall of Fame.
