Susquehanna University Athletics

Multi-talented, standout QB/End, earned College Little All-American Football Team honors at SU playing for his mentor, Coach Jim Garrett. Barry taught Social Studies and coached High School Football for nearly 40 years. He was the only teacher honored as Graduation Commencement speaker at North Schuylkill HS in 1992. Nominated for Outstanding Teacher awards 1993 and 1996. Named in Who's Who Among American Teachers in 1992 and 1996. Inducted into North Schuylkill Football Hall of Fame in 2000 and Daniel Boone HS Sports Wall of Fame in 2002. Barry declined offers to coach professional football with Coach Garrett in order to continue teaching, coaching and help High School students (athletes and non-athletes) find their way to college. He encouraged numerous students and student-athletes to attend SU, including his son, Erick, standout QB of the 1993 and 1994 teams. Enjoyed coaching with his son and grandson. Everyone who knew “Hack” had at least one favorite story about his boundless enthusiasm. At his passing in 2007, many former students and student-athletes thanked Barry’s family for his valuable guidance in their lives.