Dwain Mintz
Few coaches will ever match the records he established and the honors he received during his 27 years as head Blue Devil basketball coach. His 1965-66, 1968-69 and 1974-75 teams won conference championships. For most coaches, 300 wins is considered a landmark. His overall record was 551 wins and only 361 losses. At Stout, he was 385-280. His junior college record included six conference championships. A fierce competitor, he brought the highest standards to the game.
Roger Zell
An all-conference linebacker who earned honors both on and off the field. A 1970 graduate, he lettered four years in football, served as co-captain two years and was selected most valuable player his junior and senior years. Twice intercepted four passes in a single game, sharing a conference record. His selection as the university's "outstanding" freshman athlete was evidence of the future honors he would earn.
Leon Stephenson
Helped bring stability to a young Blue Devil wrestling program. Four year letterwinner who was a three-time Wisconsin Invitational Tournament champion. Finished either first or second in each year of conference championship participation. Selected both captain and most valuable wrestler four consecutive years. Successful high school wrestling coach who served as Blue Devil coach while attending graduate school.
Gary Inskeep
His dominance in Wisconsin State University Conference football play was demonstrated in 1969 when he was selected at tackle to the all-conference offensive and defensive teams. He also was all-conference in 1968 at defensive tackle. Drafted by the New York Giants, he successfully competed at the professional level with the Toronto Argonauts and the Hamilton Tiger Cats until his retirement in 1974. Winning the CFL's Gray Cup Championship was a highlight that eventually led to a successful business career.