Playing a leading role in the establishment of the Clarkson University Athletic Hall of Fame, Ernie Richmond displayed his love of the University and Golden Knights athletics through his generous support.

Although Richmond did not participate in varsity sports while an undergraduate at Clarkson, he rarely missed a chance to cheer on the Green and Gold. An avid fan of Clarkson athletics while attending the college in the late 1930s and early 1940s, Richmond’s unwavering support of the Golden Knights continued long after his graduation in 1942 with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.

Through the 2006-07 season, Richmond and his wife, Connie, still attended Clarkson Hockey games at Cheel Arena and could be seen in the stands at Princeton’s Hobey Baker Rink when the Green and Gold battled the Tigers near their hometown in North Plainfield, New Jersey.

Affectionately known as "Uncle Ernie", Richmond passed away this May at the age of 92.

Connie Richmond accepts Ernie Richmond's Athletic Hall of Fame plaque from Clarkson President Tony Collins and AD Steve Yianoukos