Laurie Pope, Volleyball and Women's Basketball (1978-1984) She was the cornerstone around whom UW-Parkside began its women's athletic program. If All-American awards had been given in her sports at the time, Diana would definitely have won both academic and athletic recognition. She was the UW-Parkside Female Athlete of the Year in 1979 and WWIAC All-Conference in 19. A 12-time varsity award winner in three sports, Diana served as captain for several years and for each team during her career. An All-American 10 times, Sarah held every UW-Parkside track team middle distance school record at some point during her storied career.ĭiana Kolovos, Volleyball, Basketball and Softball (1974-1979)ĭiana Kolovos epitomized the student-athlete. A member of the 1986 NAIA National Championship Cross Country team, Sarah competed in 13 NAIA National Championships. When it came to the NAIA National Championship event, Sarah could always be counted on being in the thick of a great race to the finish. Sarah Hiett was the premier middle distance star of the UW-Parkside cross country and track program. Sarah Hiett, Women's Cross Country and Track (1983-1987)
He is also a member of the NAIA District 14 Hall of Fame, the Wisconsin Wrestling Hall of Fame and the NAIA National Hall of Fame. He was undefeated both seasons and finished his career with a 58-match winning streak. In 19, Bill West won two NAIA National Championships at 134 pounds. Lucian coached the Rangers in men's cross-country and track from 1977-2007. He won the USTFF Marathon three times, the NAIA Marathon twice and the NAIA six-mile once. While running for the Rangers, he was an eight-time All-American and six-time national champion. Standing at the starting line, Lucian was not allowed to run because his country withdrew for political reasons. In the 1976 Olympics, he was the only runner defending gold medalist Frank Shorter feared. In 1974, he was fourth in the Boston Marathon and ranked 11th in the world. Lucian Rosa, Men's Cross Country and Track (1971-1975) This honor was significant since colleges competed in one division at the time. She was selected as an AIAW All-American in cross-country and track and was a two-time Academic All-American. Her finest moment was winning the 1976 Boston Marathon in 2:47.19. Kim Merritt, Women's Cross Country and Track (1973-1977)Īs a freshman, Kim Merritt won the 1973 Wisconsin AAU T&F Cross Country Championship and placed fifth in the USA T&F Cross Country Championship. Ken was the first UW-Parkside athlete to earn All-American honors and to win a National Collegiate Championship. As well as being in the UW-Parkside Athletic Hall of Fame, Ken is a member of the NAIA District 14 Hall of Fame, the Wisconsin Wrestling Hall of Fame and the NAIA National Hall of Fame. One of the highlights of Martin's career was capturing a NAIA National Championship at 134 pounds in 1973. Ken Martin was a four-time NAIA All-American for the Rangers in wrestling. Jeelani was a member of two NAIA National Tournament teams in 19. Jeelani is UW-Parkside's career leader in points scored (2262), rebounds (1237) and he left in the top four of seven other single game, single season and career statistical categories. Heiring also set two World Best Times and seven American records during a career that spanned nearly 20 years.Ībdul Jeelani, Men's Basketball (1972-1976)Ībdul Jeelani, formerly known as Gary Cole, has a successful career in the NBA after his playing days at UW-Parkside. He captured over 20 National titles and has represented the United States in over 25 International competitions. During the 1980, 19 Olympics, Heiring was a member of the United States Olympic Team. While he was a student at UW-Parkside, Jim placed fourth at the 1976 Olympic Trials and won the United States Track and Field Federation (USTFF) Indoor and Outdoor National Championship in 1977. From 1973 to 1977 Jim won three NAIA National Titles, winning All-American status eight times. Jim Heiring was the first UW-Parkside National Champion racewalker. Charter Members of the UW-Parkside Athletic Hall of Fame (1980)
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