Class of 2025

Bill Trapp

Inductee

When the history of Sheffield High School Athletics is discussed by players, coaches, and fans the name Bill Trapp is often mentioned. He was the example used by coaches for many years for the type of hustle, pride, and character they wanted Bulldog players to exemplify. Bill was a 1967 graduate of Sheffield and was a valuable three sport athlete in football, basketball, and baseball. He was chosen as team captain in all three sports in his senior season. In football he was the most valuable lineman and was selected to the All-Quad Cities Team. In basketball he was the second leading scorer and made the All-County Team. In baseball he was an excellent defensive player with a fielding average of .983 and was selected to play in the East-West Shrine Game for two consecutive years. After graduating from the University of Alabama Bill was called into the ministry using the same skills he displayed as an athlete for 27 years until his death in 2000 due to ALS.