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Bill Duthie, HOF

William Duthie

  • Class
    1971
  • Induction
    2009
  • Sport(s)
    Men's Ice Hockey, Women's Ice Hockey, Special Category
Duthie was the first varsity head coach for the women's ice hockey team, and his tenure included a .611 winning percentage. He led the team to six consecutive Ivy League championships from 1976-81, a league record. His overall record was 135-85-5. Duthie had 13 All-Ivy first team selections. His teams compiled three consecutive 17-win seasons from 1976-80. His best season was the 1979-80 campaign when the Big Red won its fifth straight league crown, finished second at both the Granite State Tournament and the Concordia Invitational, and recorded a third-place performance at the first-ever AIAW championship. As a wing for men's ice hockey team, Duthie was a member of Cornell's historic undefeated (29-0) season (1969-70) en route to the national championship. He served as tri-captain for 1970-71 season. Duthie was the recipient of the Sam Woodside award for most improved player in 1971.
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