Francis "Gene" Reardon
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- Year Inducted:
- 2021
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- Sport(s):
- Softball
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- Inductee Category:
- Coach
At the time of his induction, Reardon has served as Associate Head Softball Coach for 16 years at Central Methodist. The program has become nationally successful upon Gene's arrival, as he has served an integral part in the recruitment and development of numerous all-conference and all-Americans. In his 16 seasons on staff, Gene has recruited over 400 players to Central Methodist. Gene was recognized as the 2015 and 2019 Assistant Coach of the Year by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association and has been a part of six NFCA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year teams. During Reardon's time with the Eagles, Central has won seven regular-season Heart Championships, five conference tournament titles, and has made eight national tournaments including two trips to the NAIA World Series in 2012 and 2015.
