Sept. 18, 2003

Columbia, SC – Former Gamecock hardwood record-setter John Roche will be inducted into the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame this evening. The ceremony will take place at the New York City Downtown Athletic Club.

A number of his former teammates, including Kevin Joyce, are expected to join Roche this evening – weather permitting.

Two years ago former Gamecock great Mike Dunleavy was also inducted into the New York City Basketball Hall of Fame.

This year’s inductees include John Roche, Ed Conlin, Leroy Ellis, Richard “Chink” Gaines, Albert “Butch” Lee with the coach being Danny Lynch and basketball contributor being Floyd Lane.