North Carolina Central University Athletics

George R. Mack, who died in Detroit, Michigan, on September 12, 1983, is being inducted posthumously into two Halls of Fame tonight. He is being represented by his widow, Mrs. Lola Mack, at the induction ceremonies of the Michigan High School Hall of Fame. He coached football, basketball, baseball, and track in Michigan for 35 years.

George Mack entered North Carolina College in 1938 and was a four-year let­terman like his brother Richard in both football and basketball. His freshman year position was halfback. He moved to the center slot in 1939, and in 1940 was the second-team All-CIAA Center. In 1941 he was first team All-CIAA Center and listed on the All-American team of the Pittsburgh Courier. His senior year saw him calling signals from his center post, as captain of the team. He also played defense at linebacker. Like his brother, George Mack was honored in 1941 by the retirement of his jersey number, 40.

After military service in World War II, he returned to North Carolina College to complete his Bachelor of Science degree in physical education. When he graduated he became assistant line coach. In 1948 he began his 35-year career as a school coach and -teacher coach in Michigan, starting at Ferndale.

(bio from program at time of induction)