Don Edens - Class of 2006

(Kingsford)

An all-state running back at Kingsford High School in 1962, Don Edens returned to serve his alma mater as a coach in three sports (football, track and basketball) before spending 17 years as athletic director.  He led the campaign to approve a $1.7 million project for new athletic facilities in 1987, and directed the U.P.  Track Finals for seven years.  Edens received the Allen W.  Bush Award from the Michigan High School Athletic Association in 2001.  His football playing career at Northern Michigan University was ended by a shoulder injury.