Wednesday, November 20, 2024
I was a couple of years behind Rick in high school, and was pulled along in a variety of sports by Rick and his peer group, many of whom probably stack up as the best group of athletes Henry Street High School ever had. I remember Rick as a humble, somewhat shy, but hugely athletically gifted guy. He was also very open and friendly. The reference to him refining his skills on Fred Ing's lawn brings back so many memories, as he and his colleagues set unbelievable standards for those of us following in his wake. My favourite memory took place during a football game at Henry, where Rick had just used his incredible hand-eye coordination and athleticism to strip an opponent of the ball. He was always giving 100% on the field. Fred Ing [father of Bob and Doug] was standing next to me when he did this right in front of us. Fred turned to me and his son, Doug and said: "Reflexes like a Cat" -- admiration and wonder all over his face. Tim Reynolds
