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3 unusual facts about Southwestern Moundbuilders


Cowley County, Kansas

Jerry Kill is the current head coach for the Minnesota Golden Gophers—he played for the Southwestern Moundbuilders under Dennis Franchione when he was head coach.

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He is best known for his role in the 1986 film Hoosiers where he played the character of team captain Buddy Walker.

Since current head coach Jim Helmer took over the programs in 1978, the teams have combined for 31 straight men’s KCAC fall running championships 1980–2010.



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