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Larry, an All-State player from Omaha Rencali began his college career at UNO. Hall of Famer and current Board Member, Mike Metz, proclaims Larry to be the best pure shortstop in the history of UNO's program. Moreover, fellow Hall of Famer and current Board Member, Mark Mancuso, agrees. During Larry's senior year, he transferred to Emporia State and played for Dave Bingham, the future Husker pitching coach under Mike Anderson. During that season, Larry guided the Hornets to the NAIA World Series in Lewiston, Idaho, where they eventually finished forth. He was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 12th round of the 1984 draft and quickly moved up the ladder making it all the way to Triple A in four years. That, baseball fans, is no easy feat, especially for the position of shortstop. Unfortunately, a broken hand HBP along the way hampered his career. Not to be deterred, Larry kept on playing the sport we al love in the Omaha All-America Over 30 League. He left pro ball after the 1988 season but picked up the game in 1990 playing for the River City Knights until 1995 and continued with the Black Sox from 1996 until 2018. His outstanding career easily qualifies this gifted 'baller' his rightful place on the wall. Congratulations, Larry. |
