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Jim Klisanin (Football, Baseball, Basketball, 1954-57)

Was named All-Missouri Valley Conference halfback three times.

  • helped lead the Shockers to a 20-9-2 record during the 1954, 1955 and 1956 seasons.

  • led the Shockers in rushing in 1954 and 1956 and in receiving in 1954.

  • was the team's leading passer in 1956.

  • ranked 11th in career rushing at Wichita State at the time of his induction with 1,452 yards.

  • averaged 5.6 yards per carry for his career, third-best in Shocker history at the time of his induction.

  • ranked seventh in career all-purpose yardage at the time of his induction.

  • was also a three year standout as the starting shortstop for the Shocker baseball team and played basketball during his freshman year. Inducted, 1987.
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