He retired in 2005 after spending 43 years in UVa 's athletic department ; however , he will forever be know for his trip attempt .
Gieck was successful in his own right .
Gieck retired in 2005 after spending 43 years in UVa 's athletic department ; however , Gieck will forever be know for Gieck 's trip attempt .
Gieck was successful in his own right .