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Hollis

Hollis "Roomie" Wilson

  • Class
  • Induction
    1949
  • Sport(s)
    Football, Distinguished Service
Hollis "Roomie" Wilson, for whom the Southeastern mascot is named, played football at Southeastern from 1935 to 1938. He was known as the 60-minute iron man who played on both sides of the ball. He started 29 consecutive games during his career. He was also an outstanding baseball player. Wilson was president of the Senior Class and “S” Club. He was a long time biology professor at Southeastern and was a reknown football and basketball official, serving as assignment secretary for several conferences. He was also served as president of the Southeastern Alumni Association.
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