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Hank Kaiser

Normal Community High School
Inducted 1996

Hank came to Normal Community High School on 1960, where he served as athletic Director firm 1965-1983. Hank, along with Bob Frank of Bloomington, are credited with organizing the Central Illinois athletic directors to become involved in the association. He served as President of the association during 1977-1978 school year. In 1982, Hank was chosen as the "Class AA Outstanding Athletic Director of the Year." He served as the secretary-treasures in 1967-68 and again in 1975-76, along with being a district representative for several years. Hank served on the executive board as the first retired liaison in 1985-86. He is credited with the promotion and development of Bloomington-Normal athletic programs with their youth programs. Hank helped creature Central Illinois athletic programs as a leader and innovator in regards to high school athletics. Hank was one of original pioneers of the Illinois Directors association. We owe him a debit of gratitude and truly appreciate everything he did for high school athletics. Hank Kaiser passed away on May 4, 1988. He is truly missed.