Bob Gerbino and the Bob Gerbono Night Wrestling Matches
Friends of Seaford Wrestling
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| Our Mission Statement: To sponsor the annual Bob Gerbino Night, the Patrick J. Butler Memorial Tournament and supplement the Seaford Wrestling program when fiscally possible. |
| GREAT NEWS! Wrestling is proud to announce the election of Coach Robert Gerbino into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame for his lifetime service to wrestling. |
| Coach Bob Gerbino "Father of Seaford Wrestling" |
| "In Honor of Coach Bob Gerbino" |
Bob Gerbino was a teacher, coach and
athletic director in the Seaford School District
for a total of 30 years. While his
accomplishments were many, it was in the
wrestling arena that Mr. Gerbino excelled and
made himself a statewide reputation. He
established wrestling as a varsity sport at
Seaford High School in 1956 and became
known as the "Father of Seaford Wrestling".
Bob coached hundreds of Seaford wrestlers
during his 20 years at the helm capturing 12
team championships. As head coach, he
developed one of the best wrestling programs
in Nassau County. His teams demonstrated
excellence on and off the mat. Home matches
became a community event where an
enthusiastic crowd commonly experienced
"Standing Room Only" accommodations.
On February 3, 1998, Mr. Gerbino succumbed
to Alzheimer's disease after a courageous
fourteen-year battle. Even after his passing,
Coach Gerbino continues to influence many
individuals he taught and coached at Seaford
High School. In 2000, Coach Gerbino was
voted Seaford Wrestling's: "Man of the
Century".
The Annual Bob Gerbino Night Wrestling
Match commemorates Mr. Gerbino's many
accomplishments and contributions to Seaford
High School and the sport of wrestling.
athletic director in the Seaford School District
for a total of 30 years. While his
accomplishments were many, it was in the
wrestling arena that Mr. Gerbino excelled and
made himself a statewide reputation. He
established wrestling as a varsity sport at
Seaford High School in 1956 and became
known as the "Father of Seaford Wrestling".
Bob coached hundreds of Seaford wrestlers
during his 20 years at the helm capturing 12
team championships. As head coach, he
developed one of the best wrestling programs
in Nassau County. His teams demonstrated
excellence on and off the mat. Home matches
became a community event where an
enthusiastic crowd commonly experienced
"Standing Room Only" accommodations.
On February 3, 1998, Mr. Gerbino succumbed
to Alzheimer's disease after a courageous
fourteen-year battle. Even after his passing,
Coach Gerbino continues to influence many
individuals he taught and coached at Seaford
High School. In 2000, Coach Gerbino was
voted Seaford Wrestling's: "Man of the
Century".
The Annual Bob Gerbino Night Wrestling
Match commemorates Mr. Gerbino's many
accomplishments and contributions to Seaford
High School and the sport of wrestling.
| Dear Friends and Alumni, May we extend our sincere thanks and appreciation for your past support to the Seaford Wrestling Program. You, your family and friends are cordially invited to attend the 18th Annual Bob Gerbino Night Wrestling Match vs Clarke High School Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 7:00 PM. Seaford High School Gymnasium We will be honoring the Seaford Championship Wrestling Teams of 1962, 1972 & 2002. As is the tradition at Bob Gerbino Night, there will be “Super Raffles” held between each weight class. There will also be a post-event reception after the match at the Wantagh Inn. ALL ARE WELCOME to the post-event reception! (must over 21 to be served alcohol) The more the merrier! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THEN! Respectfully, The Friends of Seaford Wrestling Contact: Michael DiSilvio ’73 516-384-8536 mjdisilvio@yahoo.com |
| The Gerbino Family |
| 18th Annual Bob Gerbino Night 7:00PM Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Seaford High School Gymnasium |
Robert Gerbino
Born: January 26, 1928
BA - Syracuse University, 1952
MA - Hofstra University, 1960
Seaford High School, 1956-1985
Physical Ed. Teacher - 1956-1961
Dean of Students - 1961-1965
Athletic Director - 1965-1976
Health Teacher - 1976-1980
Dean of Students - 1980-1985
Seaford High School Coaching
Founder & First Wrestling Coach -
1956-1975
"Father of Seaford Wrestling"
Football
Lacrosse
Softball
Bob Gerbino Physical Fitness
Room:Dedicated October 29, 1993
Born: January 26, 1928
BA - Syracuse University, 1952
MA - Hofstra University, 1960
Seaford High School, 1956-1985
Physical Ed. Teacher - 1956-1961
Dean of Students - 1961-1965
Athletic Director - 1965-1976
Health Teacher - 1976-1980
Dean of Students - 1980-1985
Seaford High School Coaching
Founder & First Wrestling Coach -
1956-1975
"Father of Seaford Wrestling"
Football
Lacrosse
Softball
Bob Gerbino Physical Fitness
Room:Dedicated October 29, 1993
Ray Buckley
Cissie Butler
Tom Condon
Michael Di Silvio '73
Cathy Dragotti
Correne Gerbino
Robin Gerhart
Dan Harding
Sal LoStrappo
Laura Montgomery
Neil Murray '71
James Pollin
Debi Slutsky
Dave Takseraas '96
Rob Takseraas '96
Elaine Tamsen