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Hall of Fame

Nick Murin

Nick Murin

  • Class
    1947
  • Induction
    2001
  • Sport(s)
    Football, Men's Basektball
Name: Nick Murin, Athlete - Coach
Class of: 1947
Nick Murin, inducted posthumously, was a Butler, Pennsylvania native and competed in both football and basketball at GSC. Later, he was a Social Science Professor as well as Head Football Coach at his alma mater. His 1958 football team went undefeated while winning the WVIAC Conference Championship. Murin also served as an assistant in basketball and coached the Pioneer Golf team during his tenure. He was highly respected by his players and colleagues. One of his former players once remarked, "He is liked by all." Murin is survived by his wife, Ruth Hull Murin '41; son, Nicky; daughters, Julia '71, Marilyn '72 and Mary Helen, and four grandchildren.
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