On September 29, 2023, Musselman High School inducted 6 new members to the Athletic Hall of Fame
Debbie Dukes LeMaster
Debbie is a graduate of Musselman High School Class of 1987 and Mar- shall University (’91) She lettered four years in Cross-country and Track.
While an Applemen, she was a member of the library club, NHS, Marching Band, Girls Athletic Association and West Virginia Math League. She participated in multiple math field days, attended National Young Leaders conference, was ranked 4th in her graduating class, received multiple scholarships, including a Musselman High School alumni scholarship, was a member of Who’s Who, received the Golden Apple Award, and earned honor roll status each term of high school.
Outside of school, she was motivated to volunteer to serve her community in a number of ways: She served her churches, aided in the special Olympics, volunteered for Musselman High School theater boosters, served in the Community Combined Ministries, KPP food bank, continued serving at the Westview Baptist Church, and continues to this day serving through First Baptist Church in Sweetwater, TN.
Her high school days focusing on cross country included participating on a varsity team as a freshman, and lettering her sophomore year. An injury held her out for most of her junior year, but she came back with a vengeance in her senior year in which she won the regional individual champion- ship and finished 4th at the state meet.
As for track and field, she again excelled early on as a freshman, taking 3rd place in the annual PVC championship meet. In her sophomore year, she competed in the 400 M run and 800 M run as well as running a leg of the distance relays. She lettered both years. During her junior year, she made great strides over the season and was selected to the Journal Hall of Fame by lettering in the 400 M run, 800 M run, 1600 M Relay, as well as setting the school record in the 800 M. She also was the AA state champion in the 800 M and set a new State Record for the 800 M. That same year, she placed 2nd in the 400M run at the state meet. Into her senior year, she earned the state champion title for the 2nd time and broke her own school record and her State Record as well as finishing 3rd in the 400M run. Once again, she was named to the Journal’s Elite Fleet, the whiz team, recognizing both athletic prowess and academic accomplishments. Near the end of the high school career, she was recognized by the school’s coaching staff as the outstanding senior female athlete.
Debbie is married to William F. LeMaster, Jr. They have 2 amazing children- Amanda LeMaster (Class of 2016) and William F. LeMaster, III (Class of 2019).
Ed Miller
Mr. Miller has given himself and his time to a variety of community- based efforts and programs. As well as providing leadership to the youth of our community for about 50 years.
As with most of our Hall of Famers, he has a sports background as he participated in and graduated from Martinsburg High School. Once he moved closer to the South end of the county and grew into a young adult, he built upon the characteristics that served him well over the course of his lifetime. He served his country through the WV Army National Guard; he served on the Board of Directors for the Salvation Army and the Martinsburg Rescue Mission as well as the Board of Directors for Faith Christian Academy. He continued with the connections created at Faith, to become a head coach for their Boys Basketball team. During his time serving the community, he coached each of the following for a number of years: Girls Softball at Charlotte Prather, Little League Baseball and Softball through South Berkeley Little League, Junior league Softball through South Berkeley Little league as well as boys and girls basketball through the South Berkeley Youth League basketball program. His efforts and energies are a testament to his beliefs in giving back to a community. Additionally, Ed has been a long service provider through a variety of ministries associated with Independent Bible Church. He served consistently for over 37 years in some capacity.
Carol Kamensky, longtime softball coach, labeled Coach Miller as the “Pitcher Whisperer” for his ability to provide just the proper instruction and cues to the pitchers, taking special care in making the players feel comfortable in stressful situations. He took great pride in providing a stable outlet for all the players with an emphasis on the pitchers. Coach Miller was also her “go to guy”, changing his work schedule to accommodate practices and games, repaired just about every imaginable piece of equipment, and even sacrificed a windshield while heading to the state playoff games. Those around the program during this time could still envision his “supersonic” speed going through pre-game batting practice. Coach Miller was loyal to the program and a great family guy. The only coach I ever knew that bought a beeper in case his pregnant wife need to ride to the hospital. He and his wife raised two great Musselman softball players too.
Ed Miller is married to Susan Miller. They have 4 children: DiAnn Miller (Class of 1991), Danielle Puller (Class of 1993), Shawn Miller (Class of 1997), and Jadon Miller (Class of 2013). They also have 3 grandchildren: Kali Miller (Class of 2010), Owen Miller, and Reed Miller.
Charles "Buck" Mosby
Buck Mosby was a graduate of Musselman High School, Class of 1962. He died in 1977. He was a multi-sport athlete who excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. His baseball playing occurred within a Martinsburg program and little information is available. Buck was outstanding in both football and basketball at Musselman High School. Following his high school career, he joined the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam veteran. His service to his country showed his appreciation, dedication, and commitment to something greater than himself.
He was known to be “a beast” on the field while being a gentleman off the field. He was an offensive and defensive lineman who was a force at each level he played. Opponents knew they were in for a long day when they lined up against Buck. In football, he was masterful at the dropkick, a skill not often seen in the modern era of football. He may be considered a typical lineman, in that linemen rarely have a long list of statistical information, but his tenacious approach and competitive- ness quickly showed as he led the way for his team.
In basketball, Buck was an exceptional inside force during his tenure and had his trademark hook shot well before Kareem Abdul- Jabbar. The pictures on hand show the grace of this shot, and he worked to perfect his craft by continued repetitions at practice and during the off- season. He was a selfless player and was known to have great ball handling skills as well as being a tremendous defensive player. His skill set was diverse enough for him to play a variety of positions for his teams.
He was known to have been the first African American to work for the local electric company, where he served for much of his adult life.
Buck was married to Charlotte Crist, who passed in 2019. They had three children: Charles “Chuck” Mosby, Phoebe Mosby and Chris Mosby. All three attended Musselman High School in the late 80’s. Charles had 2 grandchildren: Tyree Mosby and the late Brayden “Bam” Mosby.
Jim Norris
Jim Norris was a graduate of Musselman High School, Class of 1971. He was a multi-sport athlete who participated in Football and Track & Field. Among his noteworthy accomplishments that spanned junior high and high school sports, is his unique ability to run the foot- ball. His acceleration and pace to the game was notable during the “old school” days of football. There are a number of times that he rushed for multiple hundred-yard games as well as multiple scoring night for the Applemen squad. Throughout his career, Jim had been ranked a the third highest scoring leader in the state as well as earning All-State recognition during the 1970 campaign. He was a 1,000-yard rusher in both 1969 & 1970. His senior season was capped off by a 2,000+ yard season and scoring 144 points. His career total yardage was over 3,000 yards. For 3 years, 1968, 1969 & 1970, he was recognized by earning the All Bi-State, an older league affiliation at the time. Jim Norris was labeled as “Mr. Outside” by many Journal news reporters- recognizing his sheer speed on the field. Jim went on to play a single season at Shepherd College, had a passion for working on cars, football and traveling. He was also noted as a star scout for Boy Scout Troop #43.
After Jim graduated with his class of 1971, he joined the United States Marine Corp. He spent six years in the Marines with a tour of Okinawa, Japan. Joining the Marines was no surprise to anyone that knew Jim. Marines have a bond that distinguishes them from others. That bond goes beyond teamwork; it is a brotherhood that can always be counted on. It guides Marines to be faithful to the mission at hand and to each other. Jim had a mission on the Musselman football field. Jim’s Mission: to lead his team and fans to victory and he would do whatever it took to accomplish that mission. Through dedication, hard work, and perseverance, Jim rushed down the field, avoided tackles, and scored touchdowns for the Applemen. However, more valuable than any touchdown, Jim showed what it took to be a leader. He did not take the credit; the credit was given to his teammates. He praised his linemen and stated that they made him look good. I should because I was one of them. Jim was a proud to be a united state marines and serve his country; Jim was proud to be an Applemen. On May 31, 2012, Jim Norris passed away.
Jim was the son of the late James R Norris and Roberta E. Blakey Norris. He is the brother of Bill Norris, husband to Charlotte Norris and former husband to Anita J Norris. He has four sisters- Roberta Robin- son, Carolyn Sue McGee, Diah E Gardiner & Gayle A Richards. Jim has one son, Darren “PJ” Norris of California.
Guy Sharp
Coach Sharp graduated from Paw Paw School in 1964. Upon graduation he attended and graduated from Shepherd College in 1969 with a degree in Physical education, health & social studies. He continued his educational career at Frostburg State College, working toward his Master’s degree in Secondary education and Driver education and safety education, graduating from West Virginia University.
Guy was a high school multi-sport athlete who participated in basketball, cross-country and baseball, lettering in all 3 sports in high school. He continued his athletic career at Shepherd College where he lettered for 3 years. He served in many roles over the college days and was under the guidance of Mr. Carl Hartman and Mr. George Hill.
Coach Sharp spent 20 years in the Morgan County School system where he was a longtime educator and basketball coach at Paw Paw School. Any- one that knows Coach Sharp at all knows that he is and was a longtime student of the game.
During his 12 year tenure at Musselman High School, he won 125 games and lost 140. Under his guidance, he led Musselman to their first victory over Martinsburg High School and won the PVC Championship for the first time in school history. Nine of his former players moved on to play college basketball, one became a college coach and one played profession- ally in European leagues. He was vital in transforming Musselman High School from the AA to the AAA level in boys basketball. One Applemen player he coached eclipsed the 1,000-point mark for his career. Contributing to his legacy is winning the Sportsmanship Award at the 1992 state tournament as well as the 1998-99 Eastern Panhandle Officials Association Sportsmanship Award.
Coach Sharp openly shared his knowledge of the game, having 2 published articles for The Coaching Clinic, relating to basketball. Coach sharp was recognized by a wide range of basketball enthusiasts and the list is lengthy: WV Coach of the Year, Who’s Who Among High School Coaches, The National High school Coaching Award, sponsored by Scholastic Magazine, The Distinguished West Virginian, presented by Gov. John D Rockefeller IV, Musselman High School Appreciation award by Musselman Football, All area boys basketball Coach of the year, PVC coach of the year 91984, 1985, 2001, recognized by the WV Retired coach of the year, chosen to coach the Western Maryland Classic All-Star game on three separate occasions.
Coach Sharp is the son of Guy and Pearl Sharp and is married to his wife Roxanna.
Earl Unger
Earl Unger entered Musselman High School in 1949 and graduated in 1953. He played football, baseball, and basketball. Earl played varsity football all four years under the legendary Kenneth Waldeck. He lettered in football and served as a captain of the team. He played linebacker, fullback, offensive line, guard and running back. He also played varsity baseball all four years where he lettered and was a captain. During his high school career, Earl served as sports editor for the Cider Press and was involved in 4-H.
After graduation, Earl worked at the Mills in Martinsburg, local orchards, and then began his 40 plus year career as a lab technician with the 3-M company. He was active in the "Explorers" Club. He served as deacon and was a member at Winchester Avenue Chris- tian Church.
Earl played a big role in all of the following areas: assistant football coaching beginning in 1968, maintaining the football field, purchasing and hauling equipment, coaching Little League football and baseball in South Berkeley, founding and managing the Booster club, feeding the team and coaches many spaghetti dinners, and hosting coaches recognition and awards.
Earl’s primary recognition could be considered being the "Voice of the Applemen" for 30 years. He announced all home football games from varsity to freshman and can be still “be heard” today by many players, fans or spectators. He always provided a fair and neutral position as our PA announcer as well as providing a respectable presentation to the visiting teams, players and fans.
Earl was the son of Kilmer and Harriet Unger. He had one sister Yvonne Burgen. He was married to Edna V. Siler Unger and had three children: Earl R Unger, Jr, Resa C Aikens and Brad C Unger. Together, Edna and Earl have 6 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren.