NCSCA is proud to announce the inaugural class of  North Carolina Softball Hall of Fame inductees.  Through their years of dedication to the games of fastpitch or slowpitch, these five individuals have all made significant impact on high school softball in North Carolina as well as on the many players they have coached directly.  In their own ways, they have certainly contributed greatly to the growth and evolution of the game that we enjoy today.

		Gerald Binkley •  School: Chatham Central  •  Years with school: 1977 - present •  1977-1999 with softball •  Record:  388-136 •  Twelve conference championships •  1987 state runner-up Gerald has been at Chatham Central since 1977.  He was the softball coach from 1977 until 1999.  The gymnasium at Chatham Central was named after him.  He is greatly respected by past players and opponents. Inducted July 21, 2010
		Eddie Dees  •  School: South View •  Years with school: 25 •  Record with school: 538-144 •  Fastpitch 266-69 •  18 conference championships •  23 state playoff appearances •  11 Elite 8 trips •  7 Final 4 trips •  4 Eastern Regional championships •  1 state title •  35 former players played in college, 10 currently coaching in college or high school. Eddie was the softball coach at South View High School for many years.  His success as coach was well documented on the field.  The impact and relationships with his players has been just as impressive.  Inducted: July 21, 2010
		Mike Lambros •  Born: June 26, 1953 •  School: North Davidson •  Years with School: 1978 – present •  Record with School: 676 – 102 •  NFCA Number 1 National Ranking - 2010 •  NC State Championship - 2010 •  Numerous state finals appearances •  Has been a part of getting countless girls to the next level including girls he did not coach.    Mike has been the head coach at North Davidson High School since 1978.  His tenure with the softball program has been one of tremendous success.  He is an ambassador for the game of softball in North Carolina and the United States.  Mike has been the Western Vice President for NCSCA almost since its founding.  He was a vital part of bringing about the State Games all-star competition for high school softball in North Carolina. Inducted: July 21,  2010
		Eddie "Pop" Rivers   •  Born: January 9, 1957 •  School: Forest Hills •  Years with School: 1984 – present •  Record with School: 298 – 244 •  Three Rocky River Conference Titles •  Conference Coach of the Year 5 times •  Union County Coach of the Year 6 times •  13 Players sent to the next level •  Played in 3A Championship Tournament in 1995 •  President of the North Carolina Softball Coaches Association from 2004 until 2010. •  Chairman of the Board of Directors of NCSCA •  Worked to establish a Winter Clinic for NCSCA •  Worked to Bring Back All-District and All-State Teams •  Member of All-State Selection Committee •  Worked to establish a Website and Coaches Poll •  Worked with North Carolina Amateur Sports to bring an All-Star game to high school softball •  Assistant Coach Region 6 State Games- 2008 •  Head Coach Region 6 State Games- 2009 (Bronze Medal) •  Assistant Coach West All-Star Team- 2010 Eddie “Pop” Rivers was a major driving force behind the establishment of the North Carolina Softball Coaches Association.  As the President of the organization from October 2004 to 2010, he has helped create an organization that has been an advocate for all girls playing softball in and around North Carolina.  Eddie was instrumental in getting the State Games to include softball in their annual event, which allows countless girls an opportunity never before given to them.  Because of Eddie’s tireless efforts, NCSCA has been able to give North Carolina high school softball coaches and players a voice recognized throughout the state that helps promote their safety and best interests. In addition to that work, Eddie has headed a successful softball program at Forest Hills High School from 1984 until present.  Inducted: July 21, 2010
		Monte Sherrill   •  Born:  March 1, 1965 •  Schools: Alexander Central and Central Cabarrus •  Years with Schools: 1987 – present •  Record with Schools: 592 - 54 •  Alexander Central – 470-49 •  Central Cabarrus – 119-3 •  7  4-A state titles •  22 conference championships •  3 state runners-up •  46 players offered college scholarships •  National Federation's highest active winning percentage in nation •  NFCA National High School Coach of Year 2005-2006 •  Only NC coach to win state titles at two schools  Monte has guided two schools to phenomenal success.  He has had a tremendous impact on the young ladies he has coached.  He has been an ambassador for the game of softball in North Carolina and around the nation.  Monte has been selected to speak at numerous clinics for coaches and players.  He is tireless in developing young talent. Inducted: July 21, 2010