Mike Aldrich – 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee
Mike Aldrich ’72 competed in football, basketball and golf during his high school years, earning all-city honors twice for golf. He then returned to Pius in 1980 and has contributed to various athletic programs as both a coach and scoreboard operator.
With the football program, Mike coached under his late father Vince Aldrich, Tim Aylward, Ryan Kearney, and now Michael Grindey. During his tenure, he served as both the offensive and defensive coordinator for junior varsity and reserve, and led six junior varsity teams to undefeated seasons (including four in a row – ’93-’96). Additionally, he was the boys head golf coach from 1981-1985, helping the team secure the 1982 Class B state championship title. He also served on the boys soccer team coaching staff and has operated the basketball scoreboard for home games since approximately 1980.
