Four new members will be inducted into the West Branch Hall of Fame on Friday, January 10th.  Being inducted are Mark Eberling, Frank McDaniel, Dirk Rozich, and Rob Spencer.  The ceremony will begin at 5:15 PM.  The inductees will also be introduced before the West Branch-Salem boys basketball game at approximately 6:35 PM.

Mark Eberling
Mark Eberling, a proud graduate of West Branch High School's Class of 1998, has been a dedicated Sales Manager at Lavery Chevrolet for over 21 years. Outside of his professional career, Mark is a proud father to three children: Caydence (21), Macey (20), and Landan (16).
A standout athlete in high school, Mark left a lasting legacy in both football and baseball. On the football field, he earned multiple honors, including Second Team All-League in 1996 and First Team All-EBC in 1997, holding records for most touchdowns in a game and season completion percentage (66%).
In baseball, Mark was a four-time All-EBC selection, with his most notable achievement being the record for most wins in a season—a record that stood for 26 years. He remains the career wins leader with 31. Mark also boasted impressive stats, including a 1,000 fielding percentage in 1995 and a .443 batting average in 1998.
Mark's commitment to excellence in both sports and his professional career continues to inspire those around him.
 

Frank McDaniel
Frank McDaniel has a legacy of dedication to his community, family, and country. Born and raised in the West Branch area, Frank started his high school career as a Goshen Gopher before finishing as a West Branch Warrior. A natural athlete, Frank lettered all four years in football, breaking records for most touchdowns in a season, points in a season, and numerous other achievements that left an indelible mark on West Branch athletics.
In 1962, Frank left West Branch to serve in the United States Navy, where he continued to excel in football, playing for two more years while stationed. He served on the U.S.S. Bon Homme Richard, an attack aircraft carrier, where he took on the important role of plane captain.
After his service, Frank returned to his roots, working at Ponderosa Park before retiring after 27 years. He later joined Tom Rill Farm Drainage, dedicating more years to hard work before his second retirement. Throughout his life, Frank was known not only for his professional achievements but also for his deep support of West Branch sports and athletes.
Frank shared 40 wonderful years with his beloved wife, Jan McDaniel, until her passing. Together, they raised two children, Jamie (Kisner) McElwain and Casey (McDaniel) Mesler, who carry forward his legacy of love and commitment to family.
 
Dirk Rozich
Dirk Rozich is an accomplished artist and entrepreneur whose career has spanned a diverse range of creative fields. A 1999 graduate of West Branch High School, Dirk was honored with multiple awards, including the Mahoning County Annual Art Show's top honors and the West Branch High School Purchase Award. He also received the Outstanding Fine Arts Award in his senior year. His early talent was recognized with the Columbus College of Art & Design's prestigious Trustees' Award and scholarship, setting the stage for his successful career.
Dirk graduated cum laude from CCAD in 2003 with a BFA in Illustration, where he was named the top student in his class and was the sole senior chosen to showcase his work in the Society of Illustrators' student gallery show in New York City. While at CCAD, Dirk also founded Dirk Rozich Illustration, LLC, which he continues to run today.
In addition to his work as a fine artist, Dirk is the founder of D'sign Elixir, an award-winning graphic design company. Since 2011, his creative talents have been commissioned by high-profile clients including the PGA, NFL, Pro Football Hall of Fame, and the LeBron James Foundation, among others. Notable commissions include hand-painted portraits of sports legends such as Peyton Manning, Joe Namath, LeBron James, and Dan Marino, as well as influential political figures like Condoleezza Rice and President George W. Bush.
Dirk's artistic contributions extend beyond portraiture. In 2017, he won the Pro Football Hall of Fame's "The Eleven" mural contest, and in 2022, he was selected as the winning artist for the City of Canton's Centennial Plaza mural. He has also earned recognition in the national mural community, being named one of the top wall wrap designers by Big Picture Magazine in 2023.
As a passionate advocate for environmental causes, Dirk serves as the Creative Director for both the Earth's Oceans Foundation (Santa Barbara, CA) and the Eco Warrior Foundation (Laguna Beach, CA). His mural work for Raising Cane's Restaurants is displayed internationally, further cementing his reputation as a leader in contemporary mural design.
Dirk resides in North Canton, Ohio, with his wife Nicole and their children Landon (11) and Hartley (5). His work continues to inspire both in the studio and across the globe.
 
Rob Spencer
Rob Spencer, a 1968 graduate of West Branch, dedicated his career to serving his community both professionally and civically. After starting in the family business, Salem Appliance and Furniture, he went on to work nearly 50 years at Myers Equipment, where he retired as sales manager. An engaged member of the community, Rob served 16 years as a Goshen Township Trustee and was an active member and past president of the Ohio River Valley Llama Association. His civic contributions include active involvement in the Goshen Ruritans, the 4-H Livestock Committee of the Canfield Fair, and longstanding service with the West Branch Alumni Association, where he helped select Hall of Fame inductees. Rob was instrumental in establishing a school resource officer (SRO) program to ensure a police presence in schools daily and contributed to securing the former Goshen Elementary building for a new community complex. He shares his life with his wife, Donna, and their three children, Melanie, Doug, and Brian.