IADA Hall of Fame

Don became involved with the association in 1966. He presented at the state conference five times, was vice-president three-times, co-program chairman for three state conventions, served on the nominating committee numerous times, along with being on the executive board as the retired A.D. Liaison. In 1986 he was chosen as the "Class A Athletic Director of the Year." Upon his retirement in 1992 superintendent Ron Yates said the following, "In his 30 year association with Pontiac High School, Don has had more influence over the lives of our young people them any other single individual,. His leadership has been a positive force for the young people of the community." Jack Stomberg had this to say about Don: "Don is a hardworking athletic director who dedicated to his working days to the betterment of education and physical activity for the youth of his school. He is well-organized, cooperative and firm in his philosophy. He is man of high ideals, a fine family man, and a Christian gentleman."