AL HJR88

Commends Howard Cross, Jr., on his selection to the 2010 class of the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.

Recognizes Cross as a highly decorated athlete from New Hope, Madison County, named All-County and All-State in basketball and football as a high school senior.

Documents his college career at University of Alabama as a tight end, earning All-Southeastern Conference honors as a junior and the Jacobs Award as a senior for outstanding blocking.

Details his 13-year NFL career with the New York Giants (drafted 1989), including 201 receptions for 2,194 yards, 17 touchdowns, NFL All-Rookie team selection, and Super Bowl appearance.

Notes his retirement in 2001 and subsequent successful private business career, recognizing his character and leadership as exemplifying the best of organized sports.