Cress, John R.
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Student-athlete: Skiing, 1953-1954.
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Named Pioneer of the Month by the Student Union Board of Governors, April 1956.
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Along with Henning Arstal and Peder Pytte, were named by the NCAA to the first All-American Ski Team.
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Nominated as a finalist to be elected King i.e. Dream Man at the Garbage Can Fantasy (1956).
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
1953-1954 University of Denver Ski Team, 1954
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Identifier: U300.01.0004.00023
Abstract
The University of Denver (DU) ski team, 1954 National Collegiate Ski Champions, several of whom are holding trophies, pose for a group portrait at the airport with a sign that reads ''Welcome Home National Collegiate Ski Champions.'' Front row (left to right): John G. L'Orange ('55), Russell Crook ('55), Francis Wallace ('56), Coach Willy Schaeffler, David C. Shaw ('57), Glynn Cress ('57), Gunnar Jansen ('56). Back row: Dale F. Thompson ('55), Marvin L. Crawford ('54), Alvin Paul Wegeman...
Dates:
1954