William Jewell College Athletics

Dick Michael graduated in 1969 and majored in physical education. While at Jewell, he distinguished himself as one of the all-time greats in baseball. This slick fielding second baseman could make every play in the field. He was a member of four conference championship teams and was one of the leaders of the 1968 baseball team which won the NAIA National Championship. Michael was an All-Conference, All-District and Honorable Mention All-American selection.