Francis Marion University announces the Class of 2024 inductees for the FMU Athletic Hall of Fame, including baseball player Barrett Kleinknecht, runner Paul Reardon, and trainer Spyder Webb. The induction ceremony is set during Homecoming activities on Saturday, Feb. 24.

The Big Picture

The announcement marks the recognition of outstanding contributions by athletes and a long-time athletic trainer to the university's sports legacy.

By the Numbers
  • Kleinknecht: .372 career batting average, 22 home runs, and .411 on-base percentage at FMU
  • Reardon: Named his team's Most Valuable Player twice and won five individual championships
  • Webb: Served as the University's athletic trainer for parts of five decades and worked with thousands of Patriot student-athletes
State of Play
  • Kleinknecht is married to former FMU softball player Carson Summersett and operates his own mosquito and turf control company
  • Reardon is active in running and has completed seven marathons
  • Webb's contribution to the university is recognized with the naming of the athletic training room in his honor
Bottom Line

The induction of Kleinknecht, Reardon, and Webb into the FMU Athletic Hall of Fame signifies the enduring impact of their athletic achievements and dedication to the university's sports programs.