April 15

Edward Goderich Greeves Jr. (1903–1963) was an Australian rules footballer celebrated as the first recipient of the Brownlow Medal in 1924, awarded to the best and fairest player in the Victorian Football League (VFL). He played as a rover for the Geelong Football Club, noted for his agility and ball-handling skills. Greeves captained Geelong to their first VFL premiership in 1925 and earned respect for his sportsmanship. After retiring, he contributed to the game as a coach and mentor for young players. His legacy endures at the Geelong Football Club and among Brownlow Medal recipients. Greeves passed away in 1963, remembered as a pioneer of excellence in Australian football.

Dwayne Schintzius was born in 1968 in Clearwater, Florida, and starred as a center for the University of Florida Gators, leading them to an NCAA Final Four appearance in 1987. He was selected in the first round of the 1990 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs and went on to play for teams including the Nets, Rockets, and Clippers. Schintzius was recognized for his shot-blocking ability and rebounding, contributing valuable minutes off the bench. His larger-than-life personality and trademark handlebar mustache made him a fan favorite and a colorful presence on the court. After retiring, he returned to Florida and engaged in community work until his passing in 2012.

Born in 1931, Herzog began his Major League Baseball career as an outfielder with the Washington Senators and Kansas City Athletics. After retiring as a player, he transitioned to managing in the 1970s, taking roles with the Texas Rangers and California Angels. As manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, he pioneered "Whiteyball"—a style focused on speed, defense, and pitching. He guided the Cardinals to three National League pennants and a World Series championship in 1982. Named National League Manager of the Year three times, his career managerial record exceeded .500. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2010, Herzog is remembered as one of baseball’s most innovative leaders.

John Borland Thayer II was an American railroad executive and accomplished amateur athlete. Born on February 3, 1862, in Haverford, Pennsylvania, he graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. He joined the Pennsylvania Railroad in 1883, rising to the role of vice president and director of operations. Thayer was also a talented cricketer and lawn tennis player, representing his club in national competitions. He survived the initial sinking of the Titanic but reentered the ship to search for his son, ultimately perishing. His leadership in the railroad industry and athletic achievements left a lasting legacy when he died in 1912.