Athletics Department | 6/5/2026 12:00:00 PM

MOORHEAD, Minn. -- Minnesota State Moorhead athletics has announced its Hall of Fame class for 2026. Seven individuals and five teams make up the illustrious group that will be honored on October 9 as part of Homecoming week.

"I'm extremely excited to welcome this historic class back to campus this fall to be inducted into the Dragon Athletic Hall of Fame," said MSUM athletic director Chad Markuson. "This group set so many standards in their time at MSUM and I am excited to honor and celebrate their accomplishments as Dragons."
 

2026 Dragon Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Dick Kimball, Track & Field (1968-69)

Leadership and impact are two words that are frequently associated with the collegiate career of Dick Kimball. A standout middle distance runner for the Dragons in 1968 and 1969, Kimball was one of the early veteran leaders that laid the groundwork of success under head coach Ron Masanz. A transfer from Gustavus Adolphus College, Kimball joined the Dragons in Masanz's inaugural season as head coach in 1968. During that year, he would help MSUM to a third-place team finish at the NIC Championships, held in Moorhead. 

At that meet, Kimball would earn a third-place finish in the 880-yard run, marking a time of 1:56.8. Kimball would also place fifth in the 440-yard dash, clocking a 50.9 for the placement. Across the indoor and outdoor seasons of 1968, Kimball and the Dragons claimed nine meet victories. By the end of the season, Kimball had reset the MSUM school record in the 880-yard run, marking a 1:55.6. 

The Park Rapids, Minn., native would be named a co-captain alongside Terry Harrington ahead of the 1969 season. Both Kimball and Harrington were heralded for their exceptional leadership throughout the year. With Masanz another year seasoned as well, Moorhead soared to new heights. That season saw the Dragons finish third as a team indoors while earning a runner-up team finish that outdoor season. Kimball was a catalyst in the finish, earning all-conference honors in the 880-yard run. The senior clocked a 1:55.8 for runner-up marks while also placing third in the 440-yard dash (49.8). 

At the conclusion of his career, Kimball held four individual school records in the indoor 600-yard (1:14.1), indoor 880-yard (1:53), indoor 1000-yard (2:22.3) and the outdoor 880-yard (1:53.8). He was also a member of three record-setting relay teams, claiming records in the mile relay (3:22.7), two-mile relay (8:12.2) and the sprint-medley relay (3:36.5). Kimball held the Alex Nemzek Fieldhouse record in the 880-yard as well, clocking a 1:57 on the famous indoor tartan surface. 

Chelsea Klemetson, Track & Field (2014-15)

While her career at Moorhead may have been shorter than most, Chelsea Klemetson learned to maximize that time. Transferring from Concordia College as a junior, Klemetson quickly became one of NCAA Division II's most formidable high jumpers in 2013-14. Klemetson had a total of seven event wins in her debut campaign. This was highlighted by a runner-up (and All-NSIC) finish at that season's indoor league championships. Klemetson placed fourth at the NSIC Outdoor Championships while also qualifying for the NCAA Championships. She would finish 17^th in high jump at the national meet that season. 

As a senior in 2014-15, Klemetson left her lasting impact as a Dragon. The Sabin, Minn., native captured an NSIC indoor championship in high jump, clearing 5-08.75 for the title. That mark also still stands as the second-best indoor high jump in MSUM history. Klemetson would go on to earn NCAA All-America honors in the high jump at that season's national indoor meet. During the outdoor season, Klemetson would register an MSUM school record clearance of 5-09.75, a mark that still stands as the record today. 

Joe Harris, Football (1986-88)

An imposing threat along the touted Dragon offensive line, Joe Harris proved to be a sturdy piece for Ross Fortier. Harris, a Bismarck, N.D., native and transfer from Bismarck Junior College, immediately landed a starting role with the Dragons in 1986. Harris and the Dragons went 6-5 in 1986, but things picked up for Moorhead in 1987. MSUM would post a 7-5 overall record, earning a place in the NAIA Playoffs. 

While the Dragons fell to Gardner-Webb, Harris enjoyed an impressive season. Harris was a First Team All-NIC selection as a junior while also earning NAIA All-District 13 distinction. As an offensive tackle, Harris was critical in a Dragon offense that averaged a whopping 274.1 rush yards per game. The strong effort in 1987 helped lift Harris and the Dragons to an NIC championship in 1988 behind a 9-3 overall record. The Dragons went a perfect 6-0 in NIC play and averaged 224 rush yards per game. 

MSUM would again earn a spot in the NAIA Playoffs, hosting Mesa State (now Colorado Mesa) on November 26, 1988. The Dragons would defeat the Mavericks 26-16, eventually falling in the next round to Carson-Newman. Harris was again named a First Team All-NIC performer while also being named an NAIA Second Team All-American. 

Shauna Derosier, Soccer (1995-98)

Few players stood out on the pitch quite like Shauna Derosier in the early years of Dragon soccer. Derosier turned in one of the finest careers to date for MSUM at the genesis of the program in 1995. After the inaugural season, Derosier helped lead Moorhead to its best season ever in 1996. MSUM held a 12-4-2 overall record, including a 4-0 mark in NSIC play to capture a league championship. Derosier was a direct benefactor in the team's performance, scoring 15 goals with a single-season record nine assists. The 39 points scored by Derosier that season ranks second all-time in a single-season all-time.

For her efforts in 1996, Derosier was named an All-NSIC First Team performer. In 1997, Derosier helped the Dragons to an 11-7 mark on the season while earning NSCAA All-Central Region First Team honors. Derosier scored eight goals during the 1997 season. After her senior season in 1998, Derosier concluded her career with 40 career victories as a member of the Dragons. She still ranks within the MSUM top four in career goals (23) and points scored (60). Derosier also holds the MSUM school record for career assists, having dished out 14. 

Matt Brundige, Men's Basketball (1979-82)

A talented, 6-foot-4 guard, Matt Brundige helped lift Dragon men's basketball to new heights under head coach Dave Schellhase in the late 70s. Brundige, originally from East Chicago, Ind., played in 90 career games for Schellhase from 1979 until 1982. In that span, Brundige helped the Dragons win 68 games, including back-to-back NIC championships in 1980-81 and 1981-82. 

As a freshman in 1979-80, Brundige helped the Dragons to a 21-9 overall record and an NAIA District 13 Championship. The same would be true in 1980-81 with Moorhead capturing an NIC and District 13 crown. Brundige was named an All-NIC First Team selection following the 1980-81 campaign. In his final season in Moorhead, Brundige was again named an All-NIC First Team performer, helping the Dragons to a 24-7 overall record. The Dragons would again win NIC and NAIA District 13 championships during the 1981-82 season. 

Brundige and the Dragons would win a game in the NAIA Playoffs that season, defeating Catawba (82-75) before falling to Henderson State. In his 90 games with the Dragons, Brundige scored 1,293 career points, still the 18^th most in the program's illustrious history for a 14.3 points per game average. After Schellhase departed MSUM for Indiana State, Brundige played his final year of eligibility with the Sycamores in 1983-84. 

Keenan Spiess, Wrestling (1993-95, 2003-09)

A key figure in the modern success of Dragon wrestling, Keenan Spiess is set to take his rightful place in the Dragon Athletic Hall of Fame. A highly-touted competitor and coach, Spiess wrestled under legendary head coach John Sterner from 1993 until 1995. Transferring to Moorhead from North Dakota State ahead of the 1993 campaign, Spiess made an immediate impact at 167 pounds for the Dragons. The Fargo, N.D., native secured an 18-16 record as a sophomore in 1993, placing third at that year's NSIC championships. Spiess would catapult into national recognition from there, earning eighth-place marks at the 1993 NAIA National Championships. The finish gave Spiess an All-American certificate, one of four Dragon All-Americans that season. 

As a junior in 1994, Spiess racked up a 28-13 overall clip with four falls. Spiess would finish runner-up at 158 pounds at both the NSIC and NAIA Area IV Tournaments that season, punching another ticket to the NAIA National Championships. To conclude the season, Spiess would collect another eighth-place finish at 158 pounds. Spiess was a two-year captain for the Dragons as a junior in 1994 and as a senior in 1995. In his final year of competition, Spiess would capture his first career NSIC Championship at 177 pounds. Spiess defeated Southwest Minnesota State's Link Steffen by a 3-2 decision to earn the conference title. He would win 32 matches in 1995 with eight coming via fall. 

Beyond his career on the mat, Spiess enjoyed a successful coaching career with Moorhead from 2003 until 2009. Taking the reins from Sterner, Spiess only upheld the level of excellence within Dragon wrestling. Spiess collected 66 dual victories in his six seasons at the helm. In 2006, Spiess helped guide 165-pounder Nate Baker to an NCAA Division II championship, just the second in MSUM history. 

Spiess helped the Dragons to four consecutive NSIC team titles from 2003 until 2006. He would earn two NSIC Coach of the Year awards in that same span. In his head coaching career, Spiess mentored 11 All-Americans and 12 NSIC or Super Region champions at MSUM.

Kayla Huether, Tennis (2009-12) 

One of the most consistent and effective players in recent memory, Kayla Huether is set to become MSUM's third Hall of Fame inductee in the sport of women's tennis. Huether was one of the NSIC 's top performers throughout her career from 2009 until 2012, earning all-conference distinction four consecutive seasons. As a true freshman in 2009, Huether earned five singles victories to go along with six doubles wins. That helped Huether to All-NSIC Second Team Singles and the league's Freshman of the Year award. The Brainerd, Minn., product was also an all-conference honorable mention doubles selection alongside partner Kathryn Neubauer. 

As a sophomore in 2010, Huether was again named an All-NSIC singles and doubles performer. Huether earned six singles wins alongside seven pairs victories, helping secure five conference duals for the Dragons. Huether was an All-NSIC First Team singles selection while also garnering honorable mention doubles honors with partner Alyse Grelson. 

Both Huether and the Dragons leveled up their play in 2011, securing 14 total dual victories, including six NSIC victories. Huether tallied an 8-4 overall record that season, including an impressive 8-3 mark in NSIC matches. Alongside Grelson, the pair won six NSIC doubles matches in 2011, helping MSUM to the NSIC Quarterfinals. Huether was a First Team all-conference selection in singles while earning Second Team doubles marks with Grelson. 

In her final year of competition in 2012, Huether again captured First Team singles honors, bolstering 10 wins on the year. Grelson and Huether were again deemed All-NSIC Doubles performers after securing eight wins. The Dragons would again qualify for the NSIC Quarterfinals after winning five NSIC duals in 2012. Huether capped her career by being named the NSIC's Senior of the Year. 
 

2026 Dragon Athletic Hall of Champions Inductees

1977 Women's Track & Field 

In the early years of Dragon women's athletics, few squads stood out quite like the 1977 track & field outfit. The team no doubt laid a standard of success in women's track & field that is still felt today. MSUM captured the Minn-Kota indoor championship thanks to five individual conference champions. Lisa Olsgaard (60-yard and 220-yard), Marie Schneider (mile and two mile), Lisa Ulmer (60-yard hurdles), Janie Reski (high jump) and Mary Ann Donnay (shot put) earned Minn-Kota titles for the Dragons. 

Led by head coach Linc Woodbury, Moorhead would continue to dominate 1977 into the outdoor campaign. The team earned another team conference title, adding several more individual champions. Lori LaCombe (discus and javelin), Brenda Ebner (100-yard), Michelle Lemieux (220-yard), Marcia Eggen (880-yard), Ulmer (100-yard hurdles), Reski (high jump) and Donnay (shot put) were all title winners. In addition, the 440-yard and two-mile relays were also Minn-Kota champions. LaCombe (discus and javelin), Reski (high jump), Becky Kirchgasler (long jump) and the 440-yard relay were also MAIAW champions that season. 
 

1977 Men's Track & Field

If there was a list ranking Ron Masanz's best teams at MSUM, the 1977 track & field team may be the Dragon legend's top place winner. Moorhead collected another season sweep of NIC conference championships, handily winning both the indoor and outdoor crowns that season. The Dragons had 10 indoor conference champions en route to another convincing meet victory. Cal Baker (long and triple jump), Dennis Nelson (60-yard HH/IH), Jerry Brandt (shot put), Dave Bergstrom (high jump), Phil Solum (600-yard dash), Dave Thompson (300-yard dash), the sprint relay and mile relay all won NIC crowns. 

The indoor season was not finished there either as Bergstrom earned NAIA All-America honors in high jump. To date, Ben Bodum (55m) and Baker (triple jump) still rank within the school's all-time top ten with marks set that indoor season. During the outdoor season, MSUM would win its sixth consecutive NIC team title thanks to another dominating performance. 

Gary Nordlund (six-mile), John Thorvilson (440-yard IH), Nelson (120-yard HH), Baker (triple jump), Bergstrom (high jump) and the mile relay earned NIC individual titles. Bergstrom would again earn NAIA All-America honors in the high jump to conclude that season. Baker (triple jump), Nelson (110m hurdles), Nordlund (10,000m), Dave Thompson (400m), Ron Graham (3000m steeplechase) and Greg Brown (3000m steeplechase) are still in the all-time top ten with marks set that season. 
 

1990 Men's Cross Country

Very few cross country teams can stack up accolades against the 1990 cross country squad led by legendary head coach Fred Dahnke. The team captured its second consecutive NSIC championship that season as part of a four-peat which ran until 1992. Dahnke was named the NSIC Cross Country Coach of the Year, his second career honor from the league. At the conference meet, Moorhead saw All-NSIC performances from Chris Ericson, Corey Binnebose, Greg Zahalka, Kelly Mortenson, Mark Nordby, Joel Pierstoff and Dean Severson. Ericson led the way with a runner-up finish. That dominance helped the Dragons to a convincing conference team title, winning by a 46-point margin over the second-place team. 

The Dragons only continued their sharp postseason at the NAIA District 13 race. MSUM claimed the top four places in that meet, led by a winning run from Mortenson. Moorhead was again dominant on the team scoreboard, scoring 17 points and winning by 43 points. Mortenson, Binnebose, Ericson and Zahalka claimed the top four spots while Pierstoff and Severson finished seventh and eighth. All six runners collected All-NAIA District 13 honors. 

To conclude the season, MSUM earned a 10^th place finish at the NAIA Cross Country Championships. Mortenson (25:21) and Ericson (25:24) earned NAIA All-America distinction, placing 14^th and 18^th respectively. 
 

1996 Women's Soccer

A team still regarded as the best in the program's history; the 1996 soccer team showcased a rising Dragon program. Led by head coach Rollie Bullock, MSUM would bolster an impressive 12-4-2 overall record in 1996 in a daunting Northern Sun. Thanks to their unblemished 4-0 conference record, the Dragons were crowned league champions. Moorhead showcased all-conference performers in Missy Gresen, Sarah Carlson, Lindsey Deyoe, Shauna Derosier, Tracy Sibell and Erin Hasse. Bullock was named the league's Coach of the Year

Sibell was an NSCAA/UMBRO All-America Honorable Mention that season. The forward netted an incredible 25 goals in 1996, a record that still stands as the best in program history. Not to be outdone, Derosier would score 15 goals that season as well. 

In total, Sibell scored 58 points in 1996, still a single-season school record. She would score four goals in one game on two occasions in 1996 against St. Scholastica and UMary. Derosier and Hasse dished out nine assists on the season which is also still a single-season school record. Gresen registered a stingy 0.78 goals against average that year, a number that ranks first in program history for a single season. 
 

1999-00 Wrestling

Guided by the great John Sterner, MSUM's 1999-00 wrestling team stamped an exclamation point on an exceptional era of Dragon wrestling. Moorhead secured nine dual victories that season, including a pair of convincing victories over Concordia College. The successful dual campaign only prepped the Dragons for an immaculate postseason run, beginning at the NSIC Championships, hosted in Moorhead. 

The Dragons cruised to an NSIC team championship, tallying 107 points for a 34-point margin of victory. Senior 125-pounder Tom Grafstrom was named the NSIC Wrestler of the Year as well as the Meet's Outstanding Wrestler. Grafstrom collected his fourth conference championship at that meet. Grafstrom was not the only Dragon champion as Scott Larson (133), Pete Dickinson (149), Travis Nagel (174) and Erik Johnson (184) all landed at the top of the NSIC podium. Sterner was named the NSIC's Coach of the Year for his efforts as well. 

At the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Tournament, Nagel secured a regional title at 174 pounds for the Dragons. Grafstrom and Larson would each finish runner-up while Dickinson and Jason Thompson (157) would place third in their weight classes. As a team, MSUM would finish third in the region that season. Nagel and Dickinson would go on to earn All-America honors for Moorhead at the NCAA Championships. Nagel finished fifth in the country at 174 pounds while Dickinson placed eighth at 149 pounds.