Georgia Southern Athletics Hall of Fame

Earl "Cooney" Riggs
- Induction:
- 1959
The Statesboro, Ga., native was a two-year letterman for the Blue Tide football program in 1931 and 1932 as a starting center and end ... Part of B.L. "Crook" Smith's most successful team ever, recording a 6-3 record in 1932 ... Also earned a letter in boxing for then-South Georgia Teacher's College.
Declare your Major Day 2026
Tuesday, March 31
The GATA ZONE - Spring Volleyball
Thursday, March 26
Georgia Southern Football Media Availability (3/24/26)
Tuesday, March 24
Walk & Talk, Schenkel Style: Part 2
Thursday, March 12
















