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Harry Ferguson Sr. inducted into the VWSD Athletics Hall of Fame
Harry Ferguson Sr. has been inducted into the Vicksburg-Warren School District Athletics Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions as a standout baseball player at Warren Central High School and his continued legacy in athletics.
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Harry Ferguson Sr. once made a name for himself on the baseball field at Warren Central High School. Decades later, his accomplishments continue to be recognized as he has officially been inducted into the Vicksburg-Warren School District Athletics Hall of Fame.
Ferguson received the honor last month alongside nine other former athletes and coaches who were introduced by VWSD Athletics Director James Lewis.
For Ferguson, the special occasion was more than just another athletic achievement. It was an opportunity to reflect on his journey, share memories from his playing days and celebrate with the family members who helped make the moment possible.
A former standout baseball player at Warren Central, Ferguson recalled one of his earliest experiences on the field when he was given two new baseball bats and unexpectedly found himself in the starting lineup.
“I didn’t know I was supposed to start in my first game and I remember my coach getting on to me about checking the lineup,” Ferguson said jokingly. “My second pitch I knocked the hell out of it. I never thought anything of it because my mom told me that when you hit the ball, you run.”
Ferguson joked that he never batted leadoff again following that experience, but his ability to hit the baseball would eventually help him become one of Warren Central’s standout players.
His talent played a major role in helping the Vikings capture the All South Little Dixie Championship in 1973. The following year, Ferguson continued to make an impact both offensively and defensively, earning Warren Central’s Best Fielder Award in 1974.
He also finished his senior season with an impressive .413 batting average, further establishing himself as one of the program’s top players.
His baseball journey did not end after high school. Ferguson went on to continue his playing career at Mississippi Valley State University, taking the skills he developed at Warren Central to the collegiate level.
Years later, those accomplishments have become part of a legacy that continues to receive recognition.
Throughout the induction ceremony, Ferguson kept the audience entertained with jokes and stories from his playing days. While the night celebrated his individual accomplishments, he made sure to recognize the people who had supported him along the way.
He also revealed that his family had managed to keep the Hall of Fame honor a surprise.
“I want to thank VWSD for this induction,” Ferguson said. “I also want to thank my son, daughter and wife. They trick me into this because they told me they were sending information to send to Mississippi Valley State University.”
The celebration of Ferguson’s athletic career is far from over.
It was also announced last month that Ferguson will soon be inducted into the Mississippi Valley State University Athletics Hall of Fame, giving the former Warren Central standout another major honor to add to his legacy.
From helping Warren Central win a championship in 1973 to continuing his baseball career at Mississippi Valley State, Ferguson’s journey has now come full circle with recognition from both institutions.
More than five decades after making his mark on the baseball diamond, Ferguson’s achievements continue to serve as a reminder that the impact of a dedicated athlete can extend far beyond the final inning.
