Hall of Fame
Basketball
1970-1974
As a junior captain, Nick McNickle led his teammates to a 21-6 record. Known for his intensity and unselfish play, McNickle earned first-team awards in his final two basketball seasons in both the All-Knickerbocker and City University of New York Athletic Conferences. His career reached its apex during the 1974 City University of New York Athletic Conference Tournament, when his beloved Lancers won the championship, and he was voted Most Valuable Player. After Lehman, McNickle went on to direct John Jay College's pioneering cardiovascular Fitness Center. He became an author, innovative teacher, and the director of nationally recognized police and fire service physical-training programs.
Inducted in 1999
