University of North Dakota Athletics

  Thompson was an outstanding Sioux trackman in 1952 and 1953 and also served as a football halfback in 1951. He became one of the greatest sprinters in UND's track history. In fact, he was never beaten in a 100 or 220-yard dash race during his Sioux career. He ran the 100 in 9.6 seconds in an exhibition and considering our cool, windy spring weather that is an outstanding time. He was also a successful halfback too. The first two times he touched the football in games he scored touchdowns-on an 84-yard kickoff return and a 13-yard run. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education in 1953 and later his Master of Science from UND.