UNLV Athletics celebrated the induction of nine individuals into its Hall of Fame, highlighting their significant contributions to the university's sports programs. Notable inductees include Hunkie Cooper, a former UNLV football player, who expressed his gratitude by stating, 'Once a Rebel; Always a Rebel. And I’m proud to be a Rebel.' Cooper also emphasized the importance of serving in honor of his mentors. Former Rebel quarterback Steve Stallworth was honored with the Silver Rebel award. Kevin Lofthus, a standout baseball player who led the nation in home runs in 1989, was also inducted, marking him as the sixth baseball player to receive this honor. Additionally, former UNLV golf coach Dwaine Knight, recognized for his exceptional coaching career and personal touches, was among the inductees.
One of the all time great UNLV baseball players Kevin Lofthus inducted into Hall of Fame. Led the nation in HRs in 1989. Did it all at UNLV and just 6th baseball player inducted. He never played for a non top 25 team @UNLVathletics @unlvbaseball https://t.co/LRklLVoHcc
One of my all time favorite coaches. The best of best is former UNLV golf coach Dwaine Knight 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Inducted into the UNLV Athletics HOF @UNLVathletics @UNLVGolf https://t.co/xmE1rQbNQ4
“Once a Rebel; Always a Rebel. And I’m proud to be a Rebel.” Hunkie Cooper on his induction into UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame. “If I had $100 million dollars I couldn’t repay (my mentors), so I repay by serving.” I’m glad he’s my friend! Congrats, @CoachCooperUNLV @unlvfootball https://t.co/kKUmclRd9H
Another one of the UNLV athletes inducted into the Hall of Fame is the extremely talented Hunkie Cooper @CoachCooperUNLV @UNLVathletics @unlvfootball https://t.co/Pmj5H3dm3M
Big congrats to former Rebel QB Steve Stallworth named Silver Rebel award recipient tonight at UNLV Athletics Hall Of Fame ceremony @RebelStrip @UNLVathletics https://t.co/UcIcYxLXpl
UNLV coach’s personal touches define a hall-of-fame career https://t.co/c97kOycC3N
Tonight, nine Rebel greats will be forever cemented in history as they are inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame 🏆 https://t.co/MpRE7zk4WS