Kenneth “Cornbread” Hammonds

Class of 1978

KENNETH “CORNBREAD” HAMMONDS, WITHROW TIGERS BOYS’ BASKETBALL, TRACK & FIELD-- CLASS OF 1978 Known throughout Cincinnati basketball circles as "Cornbread," Kenneth Hammonds established himself as one of Withrow's premier athletes in both basketball and track and field. During his athletic career, Kenneth earned Boys’ Basketball First Team All City honors, Second Team All-State recognition, First Team All Southwest Ohio honors, and was selected First Team All-PHSL twice. His athletic excellence extended beyond the basketball court, as he also earned First Team All-City and First Team All PHSL honors in track and field, excelling in the high jump competition. One of the highlights of his collegiate career at Murray State came in a game against the eventual NCAA Champion Indiana Hoosiers, when he recorded a memorable dunk over future NBA Hall of Famer, Isaiah Thomas. Following college, Kenneth earned a degree in Youth Administration and continued his basketball career professionally, playing in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and other South American countries. Beyond athletics, Kenneth has been recognized by those who know him as a positive role model and dedicated community servant. His commitment to mentoring youth and supporting charitable efforts in the Cincinnati community reflects the character, leadership, and service that embody the values of the Withrow Athletic Hall of Fame.