Hall of Fame

Evansville’s final College Division National Championship came in 1971.  The Aces started the year 4-5, but went on to win 18 of the final 21 games including a 97-82 victory over Old Dominion in the finals to clinch the school’s fifth championship.

Team members were: Don Buse, Daryl Buente, Bob Clayton, Rick Coffey, Peter Hughes, Curt John, Greg Martin, James McKissic, Herman Oliver, Mert Shane, Rick Smith, Monte Stebbins, John Wellemeyer and Steve Welmer.  Wellemeyer led the way with 19.8 points while Buse notched 18.2.  Clayton was the top rebounder with 6.7 per game.