Oklahoma State University Athletics
Hardell Moore to Receive Gallagher Award on Sunday
February 11, 2016 | Cowboy Wrestling
STILLWATER—Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith has announced that Hardell Moore is the recipient of the 2016 Gallagher Award, presented by Oklahoma State wrestling. Moore was a two-time All-American and 1998 NCAA runner-up, wrestling for the Pokes from 1995-1998.
The Gallagher Award is presented annually to an OSU alumnus who exemplifies the spirit and leadership eminent in the tradition of champions. Moore will receive the award prior to the dual vs. Stanford on Feb. 14.
"Hardell was a two-time All-American for us here at Oklahoma State, but what he did following his career here was much greater," Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith said. "Over the last 17 years, he has had one of the best clubs in the state of Oklahoma, if not the whole country. Although having a full-time job, he finds a way to help others. He has made a difference for a lot of young people to move on to college and recieve a scholarship. He exemplifies the spirit and leadership of the Coach Gallagher Award."
During his time as a Cowboy, the two-time All-American put together a 110-30-0 overall record and was a two-time Big 12 Champion.
After graduating from OSU, Moore went on to coach the Edmond Generals for 17 years and continues coaching at the Oklahoma Wrestling Academy, which is a way for college coaches in Oklahoma to scout and recruit the best talent in the state. During his coaching career, Moore has led wrestlers such as current Cowboys Nolan Boyd, Austin Schafer, Landry Chappell, Kyle Garcia and Boo Lewallen.
"First and foremost, this is a huge honor," Moore said. "It was totally unexpected. I got the call this morning from Coach Smith. To be involved with the men that have received it before me, is such an honor. I would like to give thanks to my wife, my lovely kids, my mom and dad, and my brothers."
Gallagher Award Recipients
1986 - Rex Peery
1987 - Frank Lewis?
1988 - Myron Roderick?
1989 - Tommy Chesbro?
1990 - Joe McDaniel ?
1991 - John W. Divine?
1996 - Ray Murphy?
1997 - John Smith?
1998 - Grady Peninger?
1999 - Kenny Monday?
2000 - Pat Smith?
2001 - Kendall Cross?
2002 - Mike Sheets?
2003 - Doug Blubaugh?
2004 - Grover Rains?
2005 - Bobby Douglas?
2006 - Charles Hetrick?
2007 - Fred Davis
2008 - Lee Roy Smith
2009 - Bobby Stites
2010 - Bill Harlow
2011 - Eddie Griffin
2013 - Jim Shields
2014 - Mike Jones
2015 - Jay Arneson
2016 – Hardell Moore
The Gallagher Award is presented annually to an OSU alumnus who exemplifies the spirit and leadership eminent in the tradition of champions. Moore will receive the award prior to the dual vs. Stanford on Feb. 14.
"Hardell was a two-time All-American for us here at Oklahoma State, but what he did following his career here was much greater," Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith said. "Over the last 17 years, he has had one of the best clubs in the state of Oklahoma, if not the whole country. Although having a full-time job, he finds a way to help others. He has made a difference for a lot of young people to move on to college and recieve a scholarship. He exemplifies the spirit and leadership of the Coach Gallagher Award."
During his time as a Cowboy, the two-time All-American put together a 110-30-0 overall record and was a two-time Big 12 Champion.
After graduating from OSU, Moore went on to coach the Edmond Generals for 17 years and continues coaching at the Oklahoma Wrestling Academy, which is a way for college coaches in Oklahoma to scout and recruit the best talent in the state. During his coaching career, Moore has led wrestlers such as current Cowboys Nolan Boyd, Austin Schafer, Landry Chappell, Kyle Garcia and Boo Lewallen.
"First and foremost, this is a huge honor," Moore said. "It was totally unexpected. I got the call this morning from Coach Smith. To be involved with the men that have received it before me, is such an honor. I would like to give thanks to my wife, my lovely kids, my mom and dad, and my brothers."
Gallagher Award Recipients
1986 - Rex Peery
1987 - Frank Lewis?
1988 - Myron Roderick?
1989 - Tommy Chesbro?
1990 - Joe McDaniel ?
1991 - John W. Divine?
1996 - Ray Murphy?
1997 - John Smith?
1998 - Grady Peninger?
1999 - Kenny Monday?
2000 - Pat Smith?
2001 - Kendall Cross?
2002 - Mike Sheets?
2003 - Doug Blubaugh?
2004 - Grover Rains?
2005 - Bobby Douglas?
2006 - Charles Hetrick?
2007 - Fred Davis
2008 - Lee Roy Smith
2009 - Bobby Stites
2010 - Bill Harlow
2011 - Eddie Griffin
2013 - Jim Shields
2014 - Mike Jones
2015 - Jay Arneson
2016 – Hardell Moore
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