University of Nebraska - Kearney Athletics

Recognition: Athlete

Dean Reicks was a three-time NAIA All-American wrestler for the Antelopes during his career from 1983 to 1987. As a freshman, he finished eighth in the 190 pound class. Moving up to the heavyweight class, Reicks finished forth as a junior. He capped his career with a national runner-up finish as a senior, losing 5-3 in the championship match. It was his only loss in a 33-1 season. He is also a successful high school wrestling coach.