Utah State University Athletics

DAVE KRAGTHORPE
Hometown: Mound, Minn.
Sports: Football, Baseball, Athletics Director, Administrator
Years: 1951-54

One of the greatest offensive linemen to ever wear the Aggie uniform, Dave Kragthorpe was a two-time all-Skyline Conference Eight performer and is a member of Utah State's All-Century team. During his collegiate career, he also spent two seasons as a catcher on USU's baseball team. In addition to being a two-sport athlete, Kragthorpe also excelled in the classroom as he graduated from Utah State with a pair of bachelor's degrees in physical education and recreation education. A short time later he returned and earned his master's degree in secondary education. Kragthorpe has also spent many years in Utah State's Athletics Department, including serving as its athletics director from 1983-84. After graduating from USU, Kragthorpe was drafted in the 16th round of the 1955 NFL Draft, followed by a very successful coaching career.