Frank F. Briggs (1987) - Hall of Fame - St. John's University Athletics

Frank F. Briggs

Induction:
1987

In 1958, Briggs was presented the Haggerty Award, as the most outstanding athlete at St. John's University. He was a two-time member of the All-American rifle team and was also the New York State Gallery Rifle Champion in 1957. After graduating from St. John's, Briggs went on to become the first director for the Olympic Shooting Programs at the U.S. Olympic Training Center. He set 18 national records and was the head coach of the U.S. Air Force International Rifle Team, the Puerto Rican Olympic Rifle and Pistol Team, and the Indian and Thailand National Teams.