Larry Pendleton (2007) - Florida State Athletics Hall of Fame

Larry Pendleton

Induction:
2007

Larry Pendleton played offensive guard and linebacker for the Seminoles from 1966-68 on teams that went to the Sun, Gator and Peach Bowls. He started 33 consecutive games and was twice selected to the Florida All-Star team.

Pendleton returned to his alma mater in 1973 as a graduate assistant football coach under Larry Jones and coached the offensive line in 1974-75 under Darryl Mudra. In 1976, he moved into the athletic academic advising department and in 1980 was elevated to Assistant Athletic Director where he handled operations, scheduling, and travel arrangements for the Florida State men's basketball team. In addition, he was at the forefront of some of the Seminole facility expansions and improvements in the late 1970's and through the 80s.

After an 18-year career in the Seminole athletic department, Larry took the position as CEO and president of the Florida Sports Foundation, the official sports promotion and development organization for the State of Florida.