John Koehler (1997) - Hall of Fame - University of Northern Colorado Athletics

John Koehler

Induction:
1997
Class:
1961

John Koehler was a three-year letterman who played shortstop, third base and center field under Pete Butler, earning NCAA Division I All-American honors in 1961. He helped the Bears win three College World Series berths. A three-time all-district selection, he holds the school record for most runs scored in one season with 60 in 1961. He signed with Chicago White Sox, then went on to coach varsity baseball with teams that won 10 league championships. He also coached girls' basketball and his teams won 13 league championships, compiling a conference record of 153-7 in 16 years and becoming the "winningest" girls' coach in Orange County, California history with a record of 325-80.