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Bennie
Tom
OOSTERBAAN
HARMON
football/basketball/baseball (U-M 1924–28)
football/basketball (U-M 1938–40)
The Muskegon, Michigan, native was a three-time All-American in football, a two-time All-American in basketball, and all-conference in baseball. He later went on to coach U-M’s football and basketball teams. Supposedly, Ohio State’s Woody Hayes said of the gentlemanly Oosterbaan: “If he weren’t from Michigan, I’d like to have my own son play for him.”
The 1940 Heisman Trophy winner was a two-time All-American and the only player in major college football history to lead the nation in scoring twice. The Gary, Indiana, native also played two seasons of varsity basketball. His No. 98 may be the most famous jersey in Michigan history.
Top 10 Michigan Athletes These are the best of the best: U-M athletes who outcompeted, outperformed, and outshone all the rest. Our list comprises those who achieved fame in Ann Arbor — not after. by Richard Rothschild
Ron
Micki
football/basketball/track (U-M 1953–57)
diving (U-M 1961–65)
KRAMER This graduate of East Detroit High was a two-time All-American (1955–56) in football, where he lined up to play offensive and defensive end, running back, and even kicker. He earned All-Big Ten honors in basketball and competed for the track team, throwing the shot put and excelling at the high jump.
PHOTOS Courtesy of the Bentley Historical Library
KING
King never dove for U-M, but for good reason: In 1961, there was no women’s team. Fortunately, men’s coach Dick Kimball recognized King’s extraordinary talents and allowed her to train with his squad. Competing for the Ann Arbor Swim Club, King won the 1965 U.S. national indoor platform title, the outdoor three-meter championship, and was named the nation’s top female diver.
SPRING 2011 / LSA Magazine
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