Fisher offers many clubs and organizations for students to get involved with, including music groups, Greek-letter organizations, cultural clubs, student publications, and student publications. Students also have opportunities to take part in community service projects.
Steve Karnyski stands as one of Fisher baseball’s most decorated athletes ever. He was recognized twice for Empire 8 Player of the Year and All-Region selection.
Dugan Yard
Dugan Yard was first opened on Fisher College’s south campus following a generous gift from alumni Kevin Dugan in 2001. Since then, it has served as home for their nationally-ranked baseball team, which has won more than 300 games and twice reached the Division III World Series.
2011, the field was upgraded with a state-of-the-art training facility/press box constructed behind the third baseline with windows overlooking the diamond. This new addition is intended to elevate both fan and player experiences and is an ideal space for practice and game play, separating hitters from pitchers during workouts and drills.
The Dugan Family Practice Facility will allow the Cardinals to train year-round. It features an indoor turf infield, which can be divided so both hitters and pitchers can simultaneously prepare, cutting-edge technology to analyze swing patterns and replicate opponents’ pitching styles, and much more – helping them hone their skills and increase their odds of reaching Major League status.
Alfred State Pioneers edged out St. John Fisher Cardinals 4-3 at Dugan Yard on Friday afternoon after Matteo Avallone (Mahopac/Bridgton Academy) hit a two-run homer to give Alfred State an early advantage; however, St. John Fisher responded with two runs in their half of the second inning to tie it at three and gain control once again.
The Pioneers secured their victory in the top of the 10th inning with a bases-loaded walk to Grant Lavigne and then Dugan Darnell (Adrian / Adrian College) striking out five batters over two scoreless innings for a save and victory – earning their third straight win since September. They remain one game behind Rochester Red Wings for first place in Empire 8 Athletic Conference play and will return home against Rochester Honkers this Sunday.
Dugan Family Practice Facility
St. John Fisher University’s nationally acclaimed baseball team calls The Dugan Family Practice Facility home, having opened it as part of a gift from the Dugan family in 2001. Since then, the St. John Fisher Cardinals baseball team has established itself as one of the premier Division III programs with six NCAA tournament berths and three Empire 8 championship titles to their credit. Furthermore, 35 All-Americans and two Major League Baseball draft picks have come through their program over this timeframe.
This state-of-the-art facility includes a training facility/press box elevated above the third baseline with windows overlooking the diamond. Equipped with technology that enables hitters and pitchers to break down swing patterns, chart pitches, replicate opponents’ pitching styles, refine skill sets, and develop game plans, the facility allows the team to fine-tune its skill sets while developing its game plan.
Dr. Dugan practices general orthopedics and has extensive experience treating sports injuries. He earned both his doctor of osteopathic medicine degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine as well as his bachelor of science from Northwest Missouri State University, with specialties including hip, knee, shoulder arthroscopy/total joint replacement as well as rehabilitation / prosthetic services provided through Directed Rehab Services.
Campus Life offers several clubs and organizations, such as music groups, student publications, fraternities/sororities, and academic departments, that provide opportunities to get involved with community service through volunteering opportunities through these groups. There are also intramural sports available, including golfing, tennis, and fitness center facilities on campus, as well as Growney Stadium with football, soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, as lacrosse teams located there; Polisseni Track & Field Complex with regulation-sized practice fields and softball diamond.
Dugan Family Hall
Dugan Family Field serves as the home field for Southland Conference soccer matches and football, field hockey, and lacrosse teams from Southland College. It has seating for 2,500 spectators and features an all-weather playing surface with lighting and a state-of-the-art training facility. It is named in memory of a generous donor who has supported its athletic programs.
The University is well-recognized for both its academics and a wide array of student activities and clubs. Students can join music groups, Greek-lettered organizations, cultural groups, intramural sports programs, student publications, and numerous community service projects each year.
Butler University is a private Catholic university in Indianapolis, Indiana, known for its strong Jesuit traditions and commitment to student success and well-being. Home to over 100 student organizations and several academic departments, students can participate in community service projects and student government membership.
Bill and Joanne Dugan Hall was officially unveiled on Friday, September 10, following a $7 million gift from Bill Dugan ’51. The building houses the Andre B. Lacy School of Business, Office of Career and Professional Success, and Butler Beyond Transformation Lab; also included with this donation is an honoring installation on its fourth floor for Class of 1951 members.
The Dugan name is closely linked with Irish mythology, history, and culture. Originating in western Ireland as a powerful Gaelic family that filled numerous prominent roles throughout Irish society, one early member being O Dugan, who founded the Connacht Kingdom during the 10th century.
The Dugan family has deep ties in Wichita, and their contributions to Newman University have greatly enhanced student and faculty life at Newman. Donor support has enabled the renovation of classrooms, updated heating/cooling/plumbing systems, and improved student amenities; plus, they provided funding for an Advisement Center providing private offices where advisors meet with students one-on-one for guidance in university studies and career goals.
Dugan Hall of Fame
St. John Fisher College has become home to one of the nation’s premier baseball halls of fame thanks to a gift from the Dugan family and a phenomenal contribution by Cardinal baseball player Matt Dugan himself. Since moving into their facility, their Cardinals have averaged more than 30 wins annually, reaching three Division III World Series, three Empire 8 championships, 32 All-Americans produced, and three Empire 8 titles won during that timeframe. Furthermore, The Dugan Yard hosts various campus student and community events.
The Alabama Sports Hall of Fame was named in honor of Jerry Dugan, an outstanding Lipscomb athlete and coach who became an iconic figure in Alabama sports history. Dugan became an icon locally when he served for decades at Madison County Hall of Fame and Huntsville Athletic Booster Hall of Fame before eventually receiving a lifetime achievement honor from Lee High School by having its gymnasium named in his honor – “Dugan Hall.”
Dugan Family Practice Facility | St. John Fisher College The Dugan family recently donated $1 Million to St. John Fisher College to create the Dugan Family Practice Facility, which will enable the St. John Fisher Cardinals baseball club to recruit and develop players more efficiently. It can accommodate pitchers and hitters simultaneously while equipped with professional equipment that allows coaches to analyze swing patterns and replicate opposing pitching styles.
George Dugan was Murray State’s greatest pitcher there, setting records regarding wins, innings pitched, strikeouts, and complete games launched. In 1963, against Austin Peay University in Kentucky, he led the nation by tossing two no-hitters to beat them 9-0!
Dugan serves as Executive Director of the National Collegiate Baseball Hall of Fame in Omaha, Nebraska, and also holds memberships in the Furniture Foundation and the University of South Carolina School of Retailing. In addition, he has spoken at business classes and leadership symposiums across North and South Carolina. Dugan has also been actively involved with the Alex Lee Foundation and furniture industry companies such as Henredon and Lenoir-Rhyne University in holding positions within their furniture industries.
