Willard "Woody" Hedden

2014 Contributor Inductee
Written By Ryan Brennan

1964 -

Willard "Woody" Hedden, inducted into the Randolph Athletic Hall of Fame in 2014, played a pivotal role in shaping the foundation of Randolph’s athletic legacy. As Board President and a long-serving Board member, Woody oversaw the construction of Randolph High School and the development of key athletic facilities, including the football field, track, and field house, all dedicated in 1968. He was a driving force behind the creation of the Randolph Midget Football program and, in 1966, was responsible for hiring John J. Bauer as Football Coach and Athletic Director, setting the stage for decades of success.

 

Contributions

  • Woody was instrumental in establishing the great Randolph Athletic Tradition

  • During his tenure as Board President and Board member, he was instrumental in building the Randolph High Schools

  • During his tenure, the Football Field, Track and Field House were built and dedicated in the Fall of 1968

  • Key leader who established the Randolph Midget Football program

  • In 1966, his board hired John J. Bauer as Football/Athletic Director

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