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Husky Hall of Fame announces Class of 2018

Mark Brunell Photo: UW Athletics

The University of Washington athletic department has announced the Husky Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Leading the way are quarterback Mark Brunell, basketball star Brandon Roy and national championship softball pitcher Danielle Lawrie.

They’ll be joined by former women’s basketball coach Chris Gobrecht and volleyball great Courtney Thompson.

Also going into the Hall are golfer Brock Mackenzie, football player Chad Ward and the 1984 and ’85 women’s crew teams.

The new Hall of Fame class will be inducted at a ceremony Sunday, October 21st.

Washington Huskies guard (3) Brandon Roy celebrates to the cheers of fans as the Huskies’ upset the UCLA Bruins 70-67 on September 25, 2005 at Bank of America Arena in Seattle. Roy scored a game high 20 points. Photo By Scott Cohen-US PRESSWIRE Copyright (c) 2006 Scott Cohen

Pitcher Danielle Lawrie in action during the University of Washington’s game against Florida at the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City, Okla.

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