Tito Balestrieri (1989) - Hall of Fame - St. John's University Athletics

Tito Balestrieri

Induction:
1989

Few names mean more to St. John's winning tradition in athletics than that of Balestrieri, who long served his alma mater as a student, coach and administrator. Balestrieri began his collegiate career in the early 1940's. After serving his country in World War II, he returned to his alma mater and served as a student coach. After graduation, he was named the head coach where he led his teams to 17-consecutive championships in the Metropolitan Intercollegiate Rifle League. Balestrieri's legacy also includes his service on many committees and associations geared to ensuring safety in the sport of target shooting and an advocate of the proper use of firearms.