Men's Golf (1969-1972)


 

Rick Gaille played golf for the University of New Orleans from 1969 to 1972. The first scholar-athlete ever signed at the University of New Orleans, Gaille got his career off to a flying start - finishing second individually at in the 1970 NCAA Championships as a true freshman. Gaille went on to become the school's only three time All-American in any sport earning the distinction following the 1969-70, 1970-71, and 1971-72 seasons. He was a team captain for both of Privateer Athletics' only two national championships in 1971 and 1972 and still owns the lowest single round in school history after shooting a 63 during the 1971 season.  

While at New Orleans, Gaille won the 1971 Louisiana Open before winning the New Orleans Golf Association's City Championship in 1990. Following graduation Gaille found another passion – football. Gaille served as an assistant coach locally at Chalmette High School, Archbishop Rummel, and Bonnabel High school, as well as for the Tulane Green Wave. In 1992 Gaille was named head coach and athletic director at St. James High School where he compiled a 170-69 record in 19 seasons, with 17 playoff appearances. After his coaching career, Gaille worked in local media, broadcasting and writing about prep football and the New Orleans Saints. Rick Gaille passed away due to pancreatic cancer in 2018 at the age of 67. 

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• Three-time All-America in 1970, 1971 and 1972.
• National Championship Team Member in 1970-1971 and 1971-1972.Two Time
• Individual Runner of for the National Championship in 1970 as a true freshman
• First student-athlete signee at UNO in any sport.