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"I was very fortunate to have an outstanding coach in (Holzaepfel)," Bailie said. "He was able to turn me into something useful. He was a hero to a lot of us." Since his final season as head coach in 1968, Bailie has been active in the world of gymnastics training and equipment. He has worked for Medalist Industries as a brand ambassador and opened numerous training facilities across the United States with his wife, Topsi. They also coined the Bailie brand of gymnastics equipment, which is still operational. "Those were guys I looked up to while I was in school," he said. "Now I'm in the same club." Bailie resides in Mesquite, Nev., with his wife, and serves on the board of directors for the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Joining Bailie in the 2013 Hall of Fame class are Craig Clemons (football, 1969-71), Brad Banks (football, 2001-02), Jennifer Brower-McNutt (cross country, 1988-91; track and field, 1989-92), Franthea Price (women's basketball, 1987-90), and Diane Thomason (head women's golf coach, 1979-2002). "We've been fortunate because of the people that we worked with," he said. "But the smartest thing I ever did was marry my wife." The six inductees were selected by a vote of all duespaying members of the National Iowa Varsity Club. All former Hawkeye student-athletes who have won at least one major letter are eligible for the UI AthletBailie said he was overcome with emotion when he was ics Hall of Fame. Athletes must have completed their notified of his upcoming induction. eligibility at least 10 years and coaches/administrators at least five years prior to their selection. "I was unable to call my kids because I couldn't stop crying," he said. The Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony banquet/dinner The former All-American said he is incredibly honored to join the likes of former football star Alex Karras and Olympic gold medal-winning wrestler Terry McCann in Hall of Fame. 28 will be held Friday, Aug. 30, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. (CT) inside the Grand Coral Ballroom at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. A reception will precede the dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m. (CT).