The Mount Marty College Hall of Fame was created in 1985 to honor those who have achieved athletic excellence or have helped create athletic excellence.

2007 Inductees

Jane (Fraser) Bies | Top
Named All-Conference all four years she played (1988-1992) and All-District performer her senior year, she was best known for her defense, yet she ended her career 4th in scoring, 3rd in assists and holder of seven basketball records. In 1990 she established a national single game record for steals with fifteen. She still ranks in the top 10 career charts in 14 categories.

Mike Johnson | Top
An original member of the Lancer Athletic Program and Men’s Basketball team, the four-year starter for the Lancers (1970-1974) led the team his sophomore and junior season to winning records in just the second and third year of existence by being among the team leaders in rebounds, steals, points, and field goal percentage. He ended his career with 6 different school records and was listed in most of the career charts.

Bob Tereshinski | Top
The all-time winningest coach (331 wins) in Lancer Athletic History, in 12 years at the helm (1987-1999), he never had a losing season and guided his team to 30 win seasons five different times. He coached four Regional Tournament teams, and five SDIC Championships. Was named the SDIC Coach of the Year three times and in 1996 he was named the South Dakota Sportswriters Association Coach of the Year. His last year saw the team go undefeated in the SDIC, and the team named the South Dakota Sportswriters College and University team of the Year.

Mac Zachow | Top
During his career (1992-1996) the baseball team won 133 games, thus being part of more wins than any athlete in Lancer athletic history. He was ranked in the top 10 in the nation for strikeouts per inning and helping the team to several regional tournament berths. His senior year, the Lancers first in the SDIC, found them winning the crown and he being selected all-conference. He holds 6 career records in pitching and is still at the top of several charts for single season pitching records.

Past Inductees

Amy (Brady) Lein | Top
The all-time rebound leader for the Lancers, and all colleges in the state. She graduated in the top 10 career charts in 15 of 16 categories, including the leader in four categories. Named All-Conference, All-District, and All South Dakota College. She ended her career (1987-1991) 3rd in scoring, 3rd in steals and 7th in assists.

Chuck Brewer | Top
Chuck is the all-time leading scorer at Mount Marty in men's basketball, with 1691 points, he also ranks second in assists. After his four years (1972-1976) Brewer was on the top 10 career list in no less than 11 categories and holds five season records, including points in a season. Brewer was also a successful coach of women's basketball and softball at Mount Marty from 1982-1985.

Diana (Burkard) Hicks | Top
A 1989 graduate, Diana is the all time leading scorer in women's basketball history, with 2582. She holds 3 of the top 5 scoring average seasons in history and was also 2nd in rebounds and in the career chart in 12 statistical categories and still holds 8 records. She was named District 12 Player of the Year and 2nd Team All-American during her senior year.

Laddie E. Cimpl | Top
For service and support to Lancer Athletics. Served as the Chairman of the “Realizing a Vision” campaign from 1993-1995, he has been a long-term member of the Board of Trustees, serving as vice chair and was president of the Advisory Board in 1967.

Bill Dawson | Top
Part of one of the most dramatic turnarounds in Lancer basketball history, he led the Lancers to a 47-15 record during his career (1976-1978). The team won the District 12 championship in 1977, and advanced to the NAIA National Tournament, the first Lancer team to qualify for the nationals. He led the team in scoring and finished his career as a record holder in three rebounding categories.

Darlene Thole Dunklaw | Top
Darlene is one of the most versatile athletes ever at Mount Marty, she not only participated in five different sports, but was voted team captain and named MVP in each of the sports during her career (1971-1975). She was the basketball career leader in points and assists when she graduated and she led the volleyball team to a 57-28 record her final three years.

Jennifer (Even) Glasheen | Top
A great two sport star and leader for the Lancer volleyball and basketball teams from 1991-1995. Was voted team captain and the player with the best attitude in both sports for two years. She graduated the game, season, and career blocks all-time leader in volleyball and the game, season, and career all-time leader in blocked shots in basketball.

Judi Faunce | Top
A pioneer in women's athletics, she was responsible for starting five women's sports at Mount Marty College. Her volleyball team averaged 22 wins during her Lancer career (1969-1980). She helped establish the IOKOTA Conference and coached four volleyball teams to conference at the championship. In 1973, she coached all five sports to a finish of third or higher at the South Dakota Intercollegiate Tournaments.

Shane Fejfar | Top
Widely considered one of the top baseball players in Lancer history. He led the team to it's first ever appearance in the District play-offs and a school record 27 victories. The shortstop/third baseman and pitcher was named to the All-District team in 1988 and 1989 as a third baseman. Ended his career (1987-1989) high in the career charts in most statistical categories.

Sister Joyce Feterl | Top
S. Joyce was a member of the first women's basketball and volleyball teams, participating from 1970-1974. She led the team to a state championship and a 15-4 record in 1972. She also participated in field hockey, and was voted team captain in each of the sports during her career.

Sister Rhoda Foecke | Top
S. Rhoda will always be remembered for her undying spirit and uplifting smile. She was one of the most loyal, supportive, and positive fans Mount Marty could have. Her enthusiasm and never-ending advice to the student-athletes earned her a special love.

Rudy Gerstner | Top
Rudy served as Mount Marty's first men's basketball coach from 1970-1976. His game of "complete basketball" enabled the team to achieve a winning record in only the second year of the program. A prominent businessman after coaching, he continues to serve the college as a member of several boards and campaigns.

Randy Gross | Top
A 1982 graduate, Randy played 111 basketball games in his Lancer career, and ended up among the top players in 9 statistical categories. During his senior year, Randy was named All-District, 1st Team All-College in SD, District 12 Player of the Week, and All-Tournament at both the NSU Holiday Tournament and Capital City Classic.

Julie Hinrichs Hartke | Top
Julie led the women's track team to two top 20 finishes In 1997, she won the prestigious national - the NAIA A.O. Duer Award. She qualified for the national track & field event 7 times, earning All-American honors twice and was also a two time Academic All-American. She was also a 5 time conference champ, and at the time of her graduation owned 12 school records.

Autro "Arch" Heath | Top
"Arch" is a member of the first men's basketball team at Mount Marty, he provided the leadership and inspiration during his career (1970-1972) at Mount Marty and helped lead the team to a winning record in only its second year of existence. He was named team captain and was the leading scorer his two seasons, and his 19.4 ppg is still among the best.

Kari (Hohn) Bohlmann | Top
The finest thrower in Lancer track history, she ended up being the first five-time All-American athlete at Mount Marty College. A member of the first track squad since the 70’s, she ended her career (1993-1997) holding every record in the shot put and discus, as well as holding NAIA District 12 records. She helped lead the team to a top 20 finish in the NAIA National Outdoor Meet in 1996.

Jan Jager | Top
Earning 13 letters in her career (1973-1977) in five different sports shows the versatility of Jan Jager. She served as captain in three different sports and held records in track for the high jump and part of the 880 relay. She was the leader of the volleyball team during one of the most successful periods in Lancer history, winning 112 matches and two conference titles as well as two state championships.

Greg Kiger | Top
In 62 games from 1975 to 1978, Greg established himself among the greats in early Lancer men's basketball history. The captain of the 77-78 team, he was one of the leading free throw shooters in the nation. He currently ranks 3rd in career assists and holds the Lancer free throw record for a season at 90.3%.

Kevin Lein | Top
The record holder in every assist category, he also finished his career (1978-1981) in the top 10 career charts in 12 of 14 statistical categories. The two-time All-District guard was named to the All-South Dakota College Team and was also named the MVP of the District 12 Tournament his senior year. Also served as a successful women's basketball and softball coach for the Lancers.

Hod Nielson | Top
Hod has been one of South Dakota's and the nation's most honored sports contributors and the only sports reporter that covered the Lancers during the entire history of intercollegiate athletics. He has served as the Lancer Sports Information Director as well as on other advisory committees for the athletic department.

Doug Pesicka | Top
Doug (1979-1983) was in the top 10 in ten of the 14 categories, including 3rd all time in scoring, 10th in rebounds and 8th in assists. He was named All District as well as being named to the South Dakota All-College Team after a senior year in which he averaged over 20 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists a game.

Mac Rops | Top
Mac (1995-1998) led the Lancers to two conference championships including the most successful team in Lancer history, a Final 4 finish in 1998. A 3 time All-Conference player including earning Player of the Year in 1997. He was named 1st Team All-American in both his junior and senior year, the only Lancer so honored, at the same time being honored as an Academic All-American. He ranked in the top 10 career charts in 10 categories.

Stef (Samelson) Wiedenfeld | Top
A 1993 graduate, Stef holds 7 of the 9 records the volleyball team keeps. Stef's 2-year career at MMC include 1st Team All-Conference (2 times), 1st Team All-District (2 times), and Offensive Player of the Year in '92.

Dean Specht | Top
Dean was Mount Marty's first athletics director; he is the person responsible for starting it all for the Lancers. During his tenure as the athletics director (1969-present) his leadership and direction guided the Lancers to its present state as one of the finer small college sports programs in the area. Dean has and does serve the college in other areas of the administration. His influence can be felt all over the campus.

Rich Shipp | Top
In 60 games from 1976 to 1978, Rich established himself as one of the top rebounders in the nation and earning All-District honors. He owns the season, season average, and career average rebounds for the Lancers, but he also is in the top 10 career charts in five other categories.

Wayne Sullivan | Top
An outfielder and pitcher in 163 games (1987-1991), he may be the only Lancer baseball player named to the All-District 12 All-American team four times, twice as honorable mention and twice to the elite squad. During his career, the Lancers were sub-district champions three-times. He had a career batting average of .347 and a pitching record of 12-2 and twice fielded over 960% on the field for the season.

Dan Wallbaum | Top
Dan has been active in many areas of the college including the Board of Trustees, Campus Relations Committee Chair, Chair of the Campaign Steering Committee, and charter member of the Lancer Club Steering Committee, serving as the Chair since 1998.

Ted Wallendorf | Top
A 1978 graduate, Ted set 5 records during his MMC basketball career, including points in a game (42) and all three rebounding categories. Wallendorf served as captain 2 seasons, winning 47 games and a trip to the national tournament in his final two seasons.

Frank Yaggie | Top
Frank was an outstanding lifelong businessman, community person, artist, and citizen of Yankton County is also a great friend to Mount Marty College. Frank was a long-term member of the Mount Marty College Advisory Board and served as the Board of Trustees first chairperson in 1967. Frank received an Honorary Degree from Mount Marty College in 1981.