In this August 2013 file photo, Jim McElrath Sr., middle, is flanked by his sons Mike, left, and Jim Jr. as they pose for a photo at the gym that bears his name at Jamestown High School. P-J file photo by Scott Kindberg

In this December 1994 file photo, Jim McElrath addresses the crowd after the Jamestown High School gym was named in his honor. P-J file photo

Above is the 1963 Section VI champion Panama varsity basketball team, coached by Jim McElrath (standing far right), that finished the season 19-2. Seated are Brian Raynor, Jon Rowe, Ernie Peterson, Pat Finnerty and Dave Seeley. Standing are Coach Herman Muscato, Chuck McDonnell, Bruce Bergman, Don Wood, Ron Morse, Morris Otander and McElrath. Photo courtesy of the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame