Thomas "Tucker" Blanchfield

Class of 1952

Thomas "Tucker" Blanchfield excelled in football and baseball. "Tucker" was named Football Player of the Year for the DUSO League in 1952.. The amazing thing about "Tucker" was that Beacon did not play in the DUSO League! However, his play against four DUSO League powerhouses, Newburgh Free Academy, Poughkeepsie, Wappingers and Arlington earned him that honor. "Tucker" was a "triple threat" adept at running, passing and punting. He lead the undefeated 1952 football team with his pinpoint passing and explosive running style, "Tucker" was feared by opponents for his ability to run the halfback option pass. "Tucker" graduated Alfred University where he attended on a football scholarship and distinguished himself by throwing a touchdown pass in his first varsity game. "Tucker" was a modest two sport hero at Beacon High School. He brought notoriety to the school and respect to a fledgling football program. "Tucker" was truly "Saturday's Hero".