OUR HISTORY

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The T. Wingate Andrews Athletic Hall of Fame began in 2014, initiated by former Andrews' teacher/coach and Federal Court Judge William "Pete" Hunter. A committee was formed to get the HOF off the group led by Pete Hunter along with two former Andrews' Athletic Directors - Herb Goins and Sue Shinn, Andrews' grad and a member of the '72 state championship football team- Mike McDowell, Andrews' grad and longtime announcer/scorekeeper - Robert Murphey and longtime TWA athletic supporter - Eddie Raynard. Former TWA secretary and longtime member of the athletic event staff - Darlene Mason was soon added and the core was in place to build what the HOF has become today. Along the way, other committee members have been added to keep the HOF going strong! In addition, the TWA Athletic Director acts as a liason between the committee and the school and both he and the principal serve as non-voting members.

 

The first class in 2014 included 14 inductees. Eleven classes have now been inducted (as of 2025), comprising over 100 members and 2 teams. 

 

You're invited to discover the inspiring stories and remarkable achievements of athletes who have shaped the legacy of TWA. Our Hall of Fame honors those who have demonstrated excellence, dedication, and sportsmanship throughout our history. Join us in celebrating the champions who have left an indelible mark on athletics and our community.

 

Connect with us to learn more about how you can support or participate in preserving the proud tradition of the TWA Athletic Hall of Fame. All email contacts are forwarded to a member of the committee. 

The History of Andrews High School

T. Wingate Andrews High School (known colloquially as T.W. Andrews, Andrews or TWA) is a public magnet high school in High Point, North Carolina, and part of the Western region of the Guilford County school district.

 

Andrews opened in 1968 with Samuel E. Burford as its first principal. It was built specifically to follow the federal mandate to integrate the races in the United States, and Burford's selection was notable as he was African American. In fact, Andrews was the first racially integrated high school in North Carolina. Students were drawn from the black high school, former William Penn (now Penn-Griffin School for the Arts) and from the white high school, High Point High School (now High Point Central High School). It was named after Thomas Wingate Andrews (1882–1937), who served as superintendent of High Point Public Schools.

 

The original school logo was a "Zorro" type figure but was soon changed to a beautiful and proud Indian mascot which was used for over 40 years. That mascot was retired in the early 2000's with an updated "Zorro" logo and the current "A" logo being utilized. 

 

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