1994 Hall of Fame Inductees

John Coaker
John Jonas Coaker rowed 35 times on Quidi Vidi Lake between 1885 and 1891. While he specialized in sculling, he was a member of many Total Abstinence Society crews that either won or placed well. An example of his great ability was demonstrated in the 1891 Regatta when he rowed in seven races and won more than eight pounds.

John Perlin
John Perlin served on the Regatta Committee from the mid-1950's to mid-1980's. He headed the Committee as president for two years after filling every other position on the executive. It was during his time as an executive member that many worthwhile changes were made in the organization and operation of the Regatta.

John O'Neill
John "Jackie" O'Neill was regarded as one of the finest strokes to participate in the St. John's regatta, especially between 1932 and 1948. Rowing with Labourers and L.S.P.U. crews he earned a universal reputation for sportsmanship and the title "Gentleman of the Pond". While registering more than his share of wins and seconds, his crew's "one-stroke" win over St. Joseph's Labourers at the 1932 Regatta is recorded as his most outstanding performance.

Adrian O'Keefe
Adrian O'Keefe may be best known for his many contributions to the Placentia Regatta but he owns an impressive career with the St. John's Regatta, including back-to-back championship performances in 1976 and '77. His St. John's coxswaining career started in 1968 and continued up to 1993 when he steered the third place crew in the championship race. He is given credit for a great deal of inter-exchange of crews between St. John's and Placentia.