Jack Kraemer - Class of 1991

(Ironwood)

the "Father of Athletics" at Gogebic Community College, coaching the first athletic teams.  He was the coach of all sports at Ironwood High School during a 27-year career.  His 1943 football team was the undefeated U.P. champion.  In 19 years of coaching track, he never lost a conference track meet, and won seven U.P. titles.  He was a football and basketball official for over 25 years.  He is a member of the State of Indiana Sports Hall of Fame.