HEREFORD CLUB

Sparks Agriculture School opened in 1909 to provide the first high school for Northern Baltimore County. The first athletic competitions were in track & field and basketball. The 1915 yearbook records the pictures of their first championship teams. Soccer, women's basketball and field ball were added in the 1920's. Baseball was played in the1930's with field hockey and volleyball making its appearance after World War II ended in 1945. Sparks won many championships in these sports with the women's field ball and basketball teams dominating from 1934 to 1942. Volleyball teams were strong at Sparks and continued strong with the opening of Hereford in the fall of 1953. 

Hereford High School has recorded an outstanding record in athletics as well as academics. The school has won over 81 state team championships. Over 140 student-athletes have won All-State, All-Metro and individual state championships. Over 270 Individuals have won County Championships and All County honors. Coaches have been named Coach of the Year for the region in football, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, basketball, cross country and wrestling. Several coaches have been named Maryland Coach of the Year. 

The Sparks Alumni Association began recognizing outstanding seniors in 1930. Outstanding Alumni awards began in 1972 with the selection of Earl Chilcoat. The Sparks-Hereford Alumni Association initiated the Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006 to honor the many former student athletes, coaches, teams and citizens who have made significant contributions to the school athletic program. The idea and mission of the Athletic Hall of Fame originated with Wayne McGinnis. The skills and leadership qualities learned on the field of competition have contributed to the success of this year's outstanding class of Inductees.