University of Delaware Office of Public Relations The Messenger Vol. 5, No. 1/1995 Gridiron greats Four University football letter winners who also are active alumni served this fall as honorary captains at four home games in Delaware Stadium. Pictured (from left) are Fred Rullo, Delaware '63; Buck Thompson, Delaware '50, a member of the Board of Trustees; and Vincent "Winnie" Mayer, Delaware '33. Not shown is Bob Lundquist, Delaware '81. The honorary captains were introduced to football fans as they took part in the coin toss at the start of games. This was the first year of the recognition.