WACO, Texas (KXXV) — The 2025 Baylor Athletics Hall of Fame class includes a distinguished group of athletes, featuring the first equestrian athlete to be inducted. Among the honorees are historically significant figures from men’s basketball, football, golf, tennis, and baseball.
Samantha Schaefer, a six-time All-American and already a member of the National Collegiate Equestrian Association’s inaugural Hall of Fame, highlights this year’s class. She is joined by men’s basketball’s LaceDarius Dunn, who is Baylor’s all-time leading scorer; quarterback Bryce Petty, who led the football team to back-to-back conference championships; and Cyril Richardson and Derek Turner from football. Other inductees include women’s golfer Hannah Burke, tennis player Taylor Ormond, and baseball player Chris Durbin.
Additionally, former football trainer Dusty Sanderson will be recognized as the latest addition to the “B” Association Wall of Honor.
The Hall of Fame banquet is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14, at the Hurd Welcome Center Grand Ballroom on the Baylor campus. Ticket pricing and reservation details will be announced soon. The inductees will also be honored on the field during the Baylor-Utah football game at McLane Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 15.
Established in 1960, the Baylor Athletics Hall of Fame honors individuals whose contributions have enriched the university's athletics program. Student-athletes must wait 10 years after completing their eligibility before being nominated.
A total of 281 individuals have been inducted since the inaugural class, which included coach Floyd Crow and baseball’s Ted Lyons.
Notable Inductees:
- Samantha Schaefer: A trailblazer in equestrian sports, Schaefer was a three-time NCEA All-American and the decisive rider in Baylor’s Hunter Seat national championship win over Texas A&M.
Congrats to @BaylorEQ great Samantha Schaefer on her selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/Ny3ezGqzwi— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - LaceDarius Dunn: As Baylor's all-time leading scorer with 2,285 points, Dunn was a first-team All-District and All-Big 12 pick in 2011, with a successful professional career, most recently in Israel.
Congrats to @BaylorMBB great Lacedarius Dunn on his selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/zxxsxVRlAx— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Bryce Petty: The quarterback achieved significant milestones, including a standout 2014 season with 4,200 passing yards and 32 touchdowns. He was drafted in the fourth round of the NFL Draft in 2015.
Congrats to @BUFootball great Bryce Petty on his selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/gBFZzQ1H6Q— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Cyril Richardson: A dominant offensive lineman, Richardson earned first-team All-American honors in 2013 and was a key player in Baylor’s first Big 12 championship.
Congrats to @BUFootball great Cyril Richardson on his selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/BdoLZFo5Fl— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Hannah Burke: The top golfer from the Sylvia Ferdon era, Burke was the Big 12 Freshman of the Year in 2007 and recorded impressive career stats, including 38 top-25 finishes.
Congrats to @BaylorWGolf great Hannah Burke on her selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/0SY5fscXmT— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Chris Durbin: With a .345 batting average during his tenure, Durbin ranks among Baylor's top hitters, holding the career record for doubles and extra-base hits.
Congrats to @BaylorBaseball great Chris Durbin on his selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/fppTYWkyHT— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Taylor Ormond: A three-time All-Big 12 selection, Ormond contributed to Baylor women’s tennis achieving two NCAA semifinal appearances.
Congrats to @BaylorWTennis great Taylor Ormond on her selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/Zc7TnE3Pqu— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025 - Derek Turner: After starting as a walk-on, Turner became a top defensive end and team captain, contributing to one of Baylor’s most successful seasons.
Congrats to @BUFootball great Derek Turner on his selection to the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! 🥳#SicEm pic.twitter.com/QHXdWB5Y0e— Baylor Athletics (@BaylorAthletics) July 28, 2025
Dusty Sanderson's Legacy:
Sanderson, a native of Amarillo, Texas, served as a student athletic trainer from 1974-79. He has built a successful career in the oil and gas industry and has been actively involved in the “B” Association, contributing significantly to Baylor athletics through various initiatives.
The Baylor Athletics Hall of Fame continues to celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions of its athletes, enriching the legacy of Baylor University.
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