Sachem Hall of Fame gymnast Norm Ebmeyer has passed away.
The Class of 1975 alumnus was a four-year varsity letterman for Sachem gymnastics.
“He was one of the most naturally talented, gifted, and prolific gymnasts to come through through the program,” said legendary Sachem Gymnastics Coach and Hall of Famer Ken Friedheim.
While he suffered an unfortunate injury during an exhibition meet at the start of his senior season that sidelined his ability to perform as a gymnast, he continued his passion for the sport and Sachem Athletics by later serving as an assistant coach for varsity gymnastics and head coach for the program at Sagamore.
His coaching efforts, notably at Sagamore, helped save and revive men’s gymnastics at Sachem High School and throughout Suffolk County.
In 2022, he and his son were inducted into the Sachem Athletics Hall of Fame.
He is survived by his wife Virginia, children John and Meagan (Dollman), and his four grandchildren.