In that campaign, DeHaven logged 110 tackles (5.5 for loss) and was named First Team All-GPAC and the Honorary Defensive Captain of the Omaha World-Heralds All-Nebraska Team. He went on to play and coach professionally in Australia until 2002, playing for a number of different teams. Next Level Players. The 1997 women's golf team was one of the most successful teams in Concordia University's athletic history. Omar Dittmer Inducted: 2005 Athlete: 1946-54. He also served as a team cocaptain multiple times. For our student's safety, we discourage peanut/nut products. The GPAC named an academic honor in his name the Pflieger-Olson Scholar-Athlete award. A multi-sport athlete, Oetting powered the Bulldogs to conference titles 3 of the 4 years of his college career as a lineman for the football team. Roster Layout: Choose A Season: NIL Marketplace. She was a member of the Omaha World Herald All-Nebraska team as well as the NAIA Great Plains All-Region team in 1998. She currently holds nine individual records including the best 36- and 54-hole score for any meet (male or female), the Seward Country Club course record and the best finish at the NAIA national meet. He also coached baseball and soccer for one year during his time at Concordia. The final game of the season saw Concordia defeat old-time rival Dana College 60-12 for the 14th straight victory. Bangert was also named to the All-Concordia Team in football. Concordia University, NebraskaAttn: Athletic Director800 N. Columbia Ave.Seward, NE 68434, Bernard Arkebauer Inducted: 1994Athlete: 1931-34. Other coaching jobs included Concordia High School (Portland), Augustana ( S.D. The team was conference champion and undefeated (7-0), outscoring its opponents 206-19. The Bulldogs won three tournament championships. Andrea Janssen Smejkal Inducted: 2003Athlete: 1987-1990. Weekend Schedule / Registration. A swimmer from 1977-82, Concordia Hall of Fame member Doug Martin owns seven individual program records. He was awarded the All Tri-State College Conference Football Award by the Omaha World Herald and was a first team Tri-State All-Conference performer at middle guard and nose tackle. A two-year team captain, Capek also collected second team all-district honors as a junior in 1983. Again the Bulldogs played a swift, hard-driven brand of football, taking to the air on offense with remarkable results. Teresa is in her 22nd year as a teacher atAquinasHigh SchoolinDavidCity. Jon Ziegler Inducted: 2018Athlete: 2003-07. it really hurt the little towns like Wilber, Crete, Dewitt, Plymouth, Daykin, Western, etc. Mark C. Halldorson earned All-Conference, All-District and All-Region baseball honors in both of his years at Concordia. https://www.familyid.com/organizations/sidney-csd-athletics. That team would later be inducted into the Concordia Athletic Hall of Fame. Complete . The squad is either tied for or holds 17 school records in women's golf, including the best score for 18 holes, 352; the best score for 36 holes, 709; the best NAIA National Tournament score of a Concordia team at 54 holes, 1,133 and the best NAIA National Tournament finish of a Concordia team, 18th. All-Star Game Participants. He was awarded the Male College Athlete of the Year in 1989 by the Lincoln Journal-Star and again in 1990 by the Omaha World Herald. The Bulldogs held opponents to an average of 69.3 points per game. Get the comprehensive skill-player rosters for every Division I college football team. Wittrock was certified to officiate basketball and volleyball and continued to referee in both sports until giving up basketball after 25 years. Previous Seasons All-Time Roster. He also broke the program single-game scoring record in 2007 when he went off for 47 points against Sioux Falls. Sidney. Cloeter was Concordia's first great distance runner, setting records in the 1-mile, 2-mile, and 6-mile track events. Are there any entrepreneurs out there in Nebraska that wants to set up shop not only for profit but to better the Nebraska communities? She amassed 1,720 points from 1988-92, a record at that time. 1945-46 Football Team Inducted: 1997 The 1945-46 season saw Herb Meyer at the helm again, and Concordia's six-man team completed a perfect 6-0 record. MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL, " Athletics takes on a broader aspect than merely winning games or boosting the team. The only loss of the season came to the Missouri Valley Vikings. Login to Follow 0 Followers Latest News Friday Sep 23 CLAIM THIS TEAM She became the first player in program history to reach 1,000 career points. Omar Dittmer compiled an impressive 19 letters while at high school and college at Concordia. Named the 2008-09 Concordia Senior Male Athlete of the Year, Saalfeld went on to win a gold medal in the 800 meters at the Deaflympic/World Deaf Championships in 2009. They did not choose to care about Sidney or its people. A force at the plate, Ashby Kard hit .400 or better twice during her softball career, including an impressive .472 during her senior campaign in 1994. At the 2005 national championships, Jisa collected all-tournament team and Hustle Award honors. A force on the football field, Baker carried the ball 617 yards his junior year and earned first team All-NAIC honors as well as honorable mention honors in the Lincoln Journal Star and the Omaha World Herald. She has beenConcordiaUniversitys head volleyball coach since 2005. 2004-05 Women's Cross Country Inducted: 2018. Toensing dominated Concordia's basketball opponents for three years with his deadly long shots. They were the first Concordia team to compete in the NAIA national tournament, losing 80-77 to Oklahoma City University, the eventual national champion. Jennifer Ashby Kard participated in two sports, softball and basketball, during her time as a Bulldog. A glance at the Concordia womens basketball record books reveals a heavy emphasis on the name of Lynda Beck. If you have any questions, please contact your school's principal or nurse. So towns don't necessarily need as many brick and mortars as they used to either. Their only loss came to McPherson, Kan. These programs include basketball, baseball, softball, football, volleyball and soccer. Those things last forever if you take care of them. He went on to earn a masters degree in secondary education from theUniversityofMissouriSt. I do. After her time at Concordia Wittrock went on to become the winningest basketball coach in Ohio womens basketball history. A star on the winningest team (10-2) in the history of Concordia football at the time of induction, Ross Wurdeman earned NAIA first team All-America recognition in both 2000 and 2001. and learned square dancing instead of playing sports. He also was noted as a sprinter in track, holding the school record of 22.4 in the 220-yard dash. Known as a tireless worker who rarely took days off, Schlueter endeared himself to staff, coaches, students and community members throughout Concordia and the Seward community. Chris Bodley earned All-American honors in both indoor and outdoor track and field during his career at Concordia. He spearheaded construction of the present football-track stadium. In addition the squad was the Nebraska-Iowa Athletic Conference champions with a record of 5-0. 1944-45 Football Team Inducted: 1997 The 1944-45 and 1945-46 seasons were excellent ones for Concordia College football. The official 2020 Football Roster for the University of Nebraska - Kearney Lopers . At the time of induction, Furr held three Concordia program records with lofty marks in the indoor and outdoor long jumps and in the outdoor 100 meter dash. The six-time NAIA All-American also turned in a national runner-up in the outdoor long jump in 2001 and was named the Concordia Senior Male Athlete of the Year. The hedge fund company did what hedge funds do, to me the Cabela family put money ahead of employee loyalty and went public they are to blame more than anyone else. ", Tricia Kindle Pinneo Inducted: 2005 Athlete: 1990-94. He earned All-American status eight times as a Bulldog and set the school record in the pole vault at 18'5" in 1989. A two-time NAIA All American, Brookens was one of the top throwers in school history. Go To Coaching Staff. The three-sport athlete spent two years in the New York Yankee baseball farm system before his 1954-56 participation at Concordia. Since her time at Concordia Armbruster has coached sports on levels from grade school cross country to high school varsity basketball, softball, volleyball and cheerleading. At the conclusion of his collegiate career, Strohschein had broken the program standard for lowest career 18-hole average (79.95). Dylan and 4 star WR-Top 60 player Aeryn "Bubba" Hampton package deal? Lloyd Holsten, a 1961 graduate, was a three-year letter winner on the Concordia football team. Currently, she holds school records in the 1,000-meter run, the one-mile run, the 3,000-meter run, the 5,000-meter run and the distance medley. He later played for Toronto and Vancouver of the Canadian Football League. During her career, the women's golf team compiled a dual meet record of 13-4, and won the NIAC and the NAIA District tournaments twice each. For additional information or to be placed on a new team list, please contact Ray Davenport the Sports Director at 254-7000, ext. Walter Hellwege Inducted: 1994Coach and Athletic Director 1919-40. Among his many honors, Jisa earned third team NAIA All-America and team captain of the Omaha World-Herald All-Nebraska team as a senior. Its an enjoyable service, Stork said of his volunteer work at the microphone. Miller earned multiple All-American honors during her volleyball career. The triple jumper was a two-time conference indoor champion as well as district indoor champion. The 1981 Concordia football team enjoyed some of the greatest success in the history of Bulldog football. Cleveland Westers achievements as a Concordia football player launched a professional football career with the Jacksonville Bulls of the USFL in 1986 and the NFL Detroit Lions in 1987 until sidelined by injury. John Suhr Inducted: 1995Athlete: 1956-60 A versatile athlete best known for his performance at quarterback for the Bulldog football team, Suhr established school records for completion percentage and punting average, set another school record in the high jump for the track team and also participated in tennis and basketball. The official 2022 Women's Volleyball Roster for the Winona State University Warriors. The first game in the history of the conference ended in a scoreless tie between Concordia and Westmar. She led Concordia womens basketball to a 121-21 record, four NAIA national tournament appearances and two national semifinal appearances during her career. Penny Jacobsen Inducted: 1994Athlete 1982-86 Jacobsen is regarded as one of the finest softball players in Concordia's history, and also enjoyed a stellar basketball career. Despite not playing high school football, Holsten enjoyed a highly successful collegiate career and was the first known Concordia football player to sign a professional contract. T.J. Kloster Inducted: 2013 Athlete: 1998-02. Saalfeld led Kregg Einspahr-coached teams to five top 15 finishes at NAIA national championship meets. In the past she taught for David City Public Schools, Columbus Middle School and Centennial Public Schools. 1965-66 Men's Golf Team Inducted: 2003Team: 1965-66. In addition he coached the power lifting team at St. Xavier High School in Louisville, Ky. Including team stats, field placement, weather related cancelations, etc. He set school records for the most two-point near falls in a season and in a career, and most three-point near falls in both a season and career. Kari (Saving) Keithley Inducted: 2013 Athlete: 2001-05. The 1977-78 team coached by Jim Landon produced a record of 15-2. He also lettered four years in baseball and three years in track. . Also a team captain and a two-time NAIA Scholar-Athlete, Brown starred for the 2004 squad that owns the school record for most goals (80) in a single season. Seifert helped lead the 2000 squad to an indoor national runner-up finish. In football he was All-Conference for 3 years, a member of the Omaha World Herald All-State College Team and Little All-American Honorable Mention. He was also a three-time All-Nebraska Intercollegiate Athletic Conference performer on the baseball field. Ebendick totaled 217 points in his four years at Concordia. Thank God my Craftsman are made in the U.S.A. HA! Stan Brassie, head of the Department of Physical Education at the University of Georgia since 1979, was a 1994-96 member of the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games and in 1997 and 1999 assistant chef de mission for the U.S. team at the World University Games. The tennis courts will continue to be accessible, but are part of the proposed capital project for reconstruction. No difference that the Peterson family selling vice grip to rubber maid then they sell to a Chinese company. Timothy Marshall is one of the most decorated tennis players in Concordia history. 1977-78 and 1978-79 Men's and Women's Swimming Inducted: 2015. Since 1991 he has been the only U.S. member of the International Commission for the Study of University Sports. Louisin 1981. Ryan Kness led the team with an average of 19.7 points. Full Bio. View the Sidney Varsity Football team roster on sblivesports.com and scorebooklive.com RT @Austin2Jacobsen: 7 years ago today I called the @Sidney_Raiders BBB Western Conference tournament contest at WNCC on @SidneyRaiders (SR, Come out and Join us to watch some District Championship Volleyball! Trish Kindle was the CIT Most Valuable Player, and she also earned NIAC Honorable Mention and NAIA All-District team honors. Volunteer Help the coach manage this team. List finished with 1,608 career points (fifth in school history) and as Concordias all-time leading rebounder with 929 rebounds after averaging 16.1 points and 8.8 rebounds as a senior. FOOTBALL WEBSITE (will be republished soon), VOLLEYBALL WEBSITE Strohschein earned first team all-conference accolades all four years and was also selected by teammates as the captain and team MVP each of his four seasons at Concordia. The 1955-56 All-Central Collegiate Church Conference basketball pick averaged 14.2 rebounds per game and scored 319 points in 21 games. She was also named a NSCAA All-American twice. Ron Harms amassed some 220 victories as a football head coach and has sent more than 50 players to the National Football League. Donald Baker was a two-sport phenom during his time at Concordia. Daberkow garnered first team all-Great Plains Athletic Conference accolades three times and was named to the second team all-national tournament team in 2009. Hide/Show Additional Information For Reid Doyle Meyer was an outstanding football player and the quarterback for the 1931 undefeated football team. He was also Concordia's 2001-02 Athlete-of-the-Year. She led the Bulldogs to the national quarterfinals twice and collected CIT MVP honors in three separate years. 1 in the final NAIA national regular-season coaches poll, Concordia placed runner up at the NAIA national championships. Some people consider Dave Faszholz to be one of the best athletes ever to compete for Concordia. Herbert "Bulldog" Meyer Inducted: 1994Athlete: 1929-32, Coach, Athletic Director 1940-54. The 1989 Concordia Senior Male Athlete of the Year threw for more than . A pass receiver and punter in football, his average of 39.3 yards per punt was a season record. The Bulldogs averaged 38 points per game to their opponent's six-point average, or a total of 546 points to the opponents 77 points, capturing the conference championship both years. Sidney is not the only place to experience this though unfortunately. Michelle Reed Inducted: 1994Athlete 1985-88 At the time of her induction, Reed held every womens golf record (eleven) in existence at Concordia. He helped lead the Bulldogs to a conference championship in 1962. Explore. He started every varsity game during his four years (101 consecutive games) and was all-conference for three years, All-District for one year, a member of the Lincoln Journal-Star and Omaha World Herald All-State college Teams and an NAIA Honorable Mention All-American. For our student's safety, we discourage peanut/nut products. On the softball diamond, Schwartz was recognized as a First Team All-GPAC honoree Second Team All-Region in 2006. s. BTW, sales, mergers, relocations, hiring , firing, etc, are the good and bad of business in a free market Speaking of good, my 401, riding the record breaking market, has earned 16% since Jan. Keep this pace for another 4 years and my 401 will more than double. Chris Bodley Inducted: 2003Athlete: 1984-88. We manage therecreational programsfor the City of Sidney, Nebraska. He was a member of the 2001-02 Concordia Athletic Hall of Fame team. He was also named top wrestler in the NIAC and was voted most valuable wrestler on the Bulldog squad. Please disable your ad blocker to view the video content. A standout distance runner, Ron Bork rewrote Concordia record books during his time as a student-athlete. He was the leading scorer and captain of the 1931 conference championship team and the leading scorer in the conference. His last year was 2000. He was voted Team MVP both years and ranked in the top 20 nationally in runs scored per game, hits per game, batting average, on-base percentage and fielding percentage during his time at Concordia. Once there, you can look at an overall calendar of events, or you can filter it for specific teams. In our adult leagues Men's, Women's and Co-ed leagues are offered for softball, volleyball and basketball. He helped lead the Bulldog football team to a conference championship in 2001 and led two of his baseball teams to the playoffs. Top of Page; SIDNEY RED RAIDER FOOTBALL. Sidney is the equivalent of someone putting all their 401(k) into 1 stock. In the spring of 1970, Everts was the head coach for the men's golf program and he remained the men's golf coach until he retired. John J. Seevers Inducted: 2000Athlete: 1948-52, Coach: 1963-93. She earned GPAC Cross Country Runner of the Year three-straight times from 2002-04 and finished in the top 20 at nationals on three occasions. I put it back. For her efforts, she was named Women's College Athlete of the Year in 1998. She coached all sports for many years, including track, cross country, volleyball, softball and boys golf. In 1992, Concordia won the district tournament and qualified for the NAIA National Tournament for the first time in school history. Seifert paced the Bulldogs to a 1997 NIAC cross country title and 11th place national standing. The Long Island Lutheran High School graduate attended Concordia from 1974-78 earning a bachelor of science degree in education with a major in physical education and a minor in English. RS 5'10" Jr. Jackson, Wis. West Bend West. The official 2022-23 Track and Field Roster for the University of Nebraska Skip To Main Content . at 1459. 2002-03 Women's Basketball Inducted: 2014. The official 2020 Football Roster for the University of Nebraska . The Sidney Central School District is excited to provide the community more opportunities for your health and wellness. The Bulldogs gained national attention three games into the season, upsetting fourth-ranked Peru State. 2022 Schedule. On the diamond, Miller twice received NIAC Pitcher of the Year honors and earned first team all-NIAC recognition all four years. Volunteer Help the coach manage this team. The 1995 Concordia volleyball team enjoyed some of the greatest success in the history of Bulldog volleyball. These programs include basketball, baseball, softball, football, volleyball and soccer. High School and Wausa (Neb.) The 1991-92 team advanced to the Final Four, and the 1994-95 team advanced to the Elite Eight. Players (62) Staff (1) Do you have a team photo? It's a disgrace. David "Gene" Brooks Inducted: 1996Athlete: 1986-91 Gene Brooks was the best pole vaulter in the NIAC, the District XI Region, and the NAIA during his collegiate career at Concordia. He led the 1986 baseball team to a NIAC title. Becky Ernstmeyer Loewe Inducted: 2014 Athlete: 1993-98. There are a number of students enrolled at Sidney Public Schools with severe food allergies to peanuts and/or tree nuts (walnuts, cashews, etc. Lloyd taught atBethlehemLutheranSchoolinSt. Louisfrom 1961-66 and at Lutheran High School South inSt. Louisfrom 1966-97. Despite only competing at Concordia for two years, Sidney Mines was able to leave his mark on Bulldog basketball. The two-time first team all-GPAC selection received honorary captain status on the Omaha World-Heralds 2001 NAIA All-Nebraska team. Yeah, I guess. Criteria for the Hall of Fame are included with the nomination form. 22-23 V. Football . Michael Saalfeld reached impressive heights as a starring member of the track and field program. 0T: Netflix first ever live eventChris Rocks latest, standup special Selective Outrage. Earlier in her Bulldog career, Teresa earned Omaha World Herald and NIAC honorable mention honors for her efforts in the 1987-88 season. Tabbed a NAIA first team All-American in 2003, Krueger led the Bulldogs to a 36-2 record (program record for wins), a GPAC regular-season title and a spot in the NAIA national semifinals that season. He turned down an offer from the Philadelphia Eagles football team to pursue a career in teaching. Concordia always played a special part in the life of Hinrichs: he has been a student, a professor and an administrator, now serving on the schools Board of Regents. I thank the good Lord that He has given me enough years to do it, said Stork, 80. Print. Hide/Show Additional Information For Ron Gilbreath For our student's safety, we discourage peanut/nut products. Sidney youth basketball afterschool enrichment program, Athletic and Extra-Curricular Activities Handbook. After earning his degree at Concordia, Oetting went on to a lifetime career as a teacher, spending most of his years in the teaching ministry at Hong Kong International School. Brassie coached three sports every year at Concordia from 1967 to 1973, promoting the development of womens sports and playing a role in forming the Nebraska Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (NIAC). Dennis Oetting, class of 1966, was a three-sport athlete at Concordia University, participating in football, baseball and wrestling. Gene Faszholz Inducted: 2014 Athlete: 1956-58. In track and field, Bork placed in the top six in events in four separate conference meets and lettered three times. The 14 straight victories during those seasons will long be remembered as among the greatest accomplishments in Concordia's history. Fr-R Sidney, NE Sidney. Wackers resume since that time is peppered with success. The Bulldog mens basketball team of 1990-91 finished 23-11 with a perfect season on their home court and the best record in the history of Concordia up to that date. The 1996 graduate was a two-time second-team All-American selection, earning the honor in 1994-95 and 1995-96. Three other players averaged double figures in points: Darin Engelbart (15.0), Bret Walter (13.8) and Scott Ernstmeyer (12.6). As women's basketball coach he helped the Bulldogs bring home the Concordia Invitational Tournament seven times and took his teams to NAIA district playoffs six times. The Bulldogs won Nebraska-Iowa Athletic Conference regular-season and postseason championships and advanced to the quarterfinals of the national tournament. Sure, its more likely than not. A prolific scoring guard, Whitney (Stichka) Daberkow collected NAIA All-America honors three times, including a first team honor in 2009. Both Cozad and Gothenburg rebounded, but it still hurts the community. As of 2013, Kloster held GPAC championship meet records for the indoor pole vault (17 5) and the outdoor pole vault (17 1). On the track, she received 2005 GPAC Outstanding Athlete of the Year honors and held four school records at the time of her induction. Full Bio. She earned NAIA All-American honors during both the 87 and 85 indoor seasons. Phone: 937-497-2200. Head coach Jack Kinworthy and assistant coach Joel Wehrspann coached the team to the National Tournament where they suffered a 3-0 loss toBenedictineCollegein the opening round. The Bulldogs won the NAIA District 11 championship and advanced to the national semifinals. Members of the 1964-65 and 1965-66 championship golf teams at Concordia include Lou Jander, Dan Juergensen, Ken Mangels and Mike Held. Vasilauskus suffered a season-ending injury but still managed an 11-2 record with four pins in his senior year. With a team grade point average of 3.685, the Bulldogs posted the highest GPA of all NAIA womens basketball programs for what was the fourth-straight year at the time. Holsten was the 1960-61 Concordia Athlete of the Year and was invited to attend the Detroit Lions training camp following his graduation. He starred on the 2004-05 team coached by Grant Schmidt that went 32-6, won the GPAC tournament and reached the national championship game. On the softball field, Miller hit .493 and .570 in her two seasons for the Bulldogs. 5 top 60 visitors! The Center offers a variety of athletic leagues for youth and adults. She was named the basketball teams MVP as a freshman in 1980-81. Michael Saalfeld Inducted: 2019 Served: 2005-09. High School. Site developed by Paradigm Shift Interactive. From 1940-1954, he was the athletic director and coached all sports during most of these years. Mont. diploma. Over Kruegers four years, Concordia compiled a record of 123-21. The Bulldogs, under Head Coach Ralph Starenko, set a school record of 452 yards of offense in a 32-6 win over Northwestern. Wester finished his career with more than 3,500 rushing yards over four seasons. Theregistration periods vary depending on the time of year.In our adult leagues Men's, Women's and Co-ed leagues are offered for softball, volleyball and basketball. JavaScript is disabled. 1991-92 Men's Basketball Team Inducted: 2012 Team: 1991-92. Bob Pflieger gave 39 years of service to Concordia University, including 35 years as faculty athletic representative. I have been in Sidney since the sale, not devastated. Phyllis Luedders Mol Inducted: 2005 Athlete: 1975-79. 750 S Fourth Avenue | Sidney, OH 45365. The guard shot over 40 percent from the field and led the team in assists each year of her illustrious career. We appreciate your understanding, cooperation, support and ask for your help to provide these students with a safe learning environment. Faszholz eventually volunteered his time as an assistant for many years on the Concordia baseball staff. Dawn Else is one of the most decorated female golfers in Concordia history. During the 2003 track and field seasons, Tietjen accomplished an incredible feat by sweeping both indoor and outdoor national championships and indoor and outdoor GPAC titles in the pole vault. The .731 winning percentage is good for second on Concordias all-time list. I agree with this to a certain extent, but there was a lot of damage done. A three-time NAIA All-American, Sean Stewart landed on the Great Plains Athletic Conference first team in each of his final three seasons as a hard-hitting safety. In basketball she set seven school records and was the team MVP and captain for three years. 2023 Football Roster. John Puelz Athlete: 1989-92Inducted: 2016. Sidney Red Raiders Football - Sidney, NE - scorebooklive.com Sidney Red Raiders Varsity Football Sidney, NE School Hub Clubhouse Schedule Roster Coaches An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. Rachael (Geidel) Burger Inducted: 2012 Athlete: 1997-01. On the hardwood, Capek averaged of 8.1 rebounds per game as a sophomore on the 1981-82 squad. The Bulldogs scored 40 goals and allowed just 16 during the 76 season. Visit ESPN to view the Nebraska Cornhuskers team roster for the current season Father in law lives in Sidney and knows the Cabela's. At the college level he continued his success, earning four letters in track and field and three each in football and basketball. All youth and adult sports programs are operated, supervised and managed by community center personnel. An NAIA All-American, he tossed a no-hitter versus Northwestern in 62. Carol Pankoke Capek Inducted: 2018Athlete: 1980-84. The Bulldogs did stay on the winning side, compiling a record of 8-1, the best in Nebraska and good enough for the championship of the Central Church Conference. When thunderstorms threaten outdoor games or practices, you may call us at 254-7000 for information on postponements or cancellations. In 1992 he was tabbed the Concordia Male Athlete of the Year, an honorable mention NAIA All-America selection and earned All-NIAC and All-NAIA District status for the second straight year. He also started at the center position of the 1931 championship basketball team. Dittmer has fond memories of the wide-open six-man football games in high school and playing in the Apple Bowl, which was held in Nebraska City and was the highlight of high school football. Too bad really. Darcy Lindner participated in track, volleyball and basketball during her career as a Bulldog.