Rudy Mayne, a 1986 graduate of Little Miami High School, was a standout two-sport athlete, earning four varsity letters—three in football and one in track and field. On the football field, Mayne was a two-way starter under head coach Barry Schaad, making significant contributions as both a tight end and a safety.
On offense, he was a skilled blocker and reliable receiving threat, while on defense, he demonstrated sharp instincts and physicality, effectively defending the pass and stepping up to stop the run. Mayne played a crucial role in helping Little Miami achieve a historic 9-1 record in 1985, culminating in the school’s first-ever Fort Ancient Valley Conference (FAVC) championship.
Over the course of his football career, Mayne was twice named First-Team All-FAVC at tight end. He amassed 1,197 receiving yards, including 596 yards in a single season, and recorded 11 career touchdown receptions, with a season-best of six. His average of 14.5 yards per catch made him a consistent big-play threat. His exceptional senior season earned him First-Team Division II Southwest Ohio honors and Second-Team All-Ohio recognition.
Although he only participated in track and field for one season, Mayne made an immediate and powerful impact during the 1986 campaign. He led the team in points and delivered an unforgettable performance at the FAVC Championship Meet, where he was named First-Team All-FAVC after winning the 300-meter hurdles, the 110-meter-high hurdles, and the 4x100-meter relay, while also placing second in the long jump. His postseason success continued at the district and regional levels. He claimed a District Championship in the 300 hurdles and took silver in both the 110 hurdles and long jump. At Regionals, he placed second in the 300 hurdles and fourth in the 110s, qualifying him for the OHSAA State Championship Meet. There, he capped off his high school career with a fifth-place finish in the 300 hurdles.
 Following graduation, Rudy Mayne continued his football career at the collegiate level, signing with Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky, where he played for the Racers.
Cross Country – 3 years
Football – 2 years
Soccer – 2 years
Track and Field – 1 year
    ·        First-Team All-FAVC in Football in 1984 and 1985.
    ·        First-Team All-Southwest Ohio in Football in 1985.
    ·        Second-Team All-Ohio in Football in 1985.
    ·        First-Team All-FAVC in track and field in 1986.
    ·        FAVC and District champion in the hurdles; Regional and State Meet placer.
