By: Marisa Riesinger, Heart River, Jefferson & Lincoln Elementary Library Media Specialist
During the September 16 Homecoming weekend, six inductees were proudly added to the Dickinson High School Athletic Hall of Fame.
Jason Moore is still considered to be one of the greatest track athletes ever to graduate from Dickinson High. In 1997, he helped lead his team to DHS’s first and only state football title while setting the Dakota Bowl record for most receiving yards. He was named the USA Today ND Football player of the year, and, with over 1,000 rushing yards and 22 touchdowns, Jason was named Dickinson High’s Male athlete of the year in 1997-98.
Matt Michaelson was a 3-sport athlete competing in football, wrestling, and track. During his senior year, Matt was named Class A ND Mr. Wrestler, leading his team to a state runner-up dual finish and a state runner-up individual team finish. Matt was also the recipient of the Jack Carlson Memorial Scholarship, which recognizes student athlete’s hard work, positive attitude, and determination.
Miranda Boepple was a standout basketball and track/field athlete for the Midgets since the 8th grade. She was awarded WDA Senior basketball player of the year and McDonald's All-American nominee. To this day, Miranda holds the Dickinson High School record in the discus with a throw of 42’5”.
Dave Michaelson’s story is one of loyalty and dedication on the field, mat, track, and court. Dave devoted 40 years of his time mentoring student athletes. He was named West Region coach of the year four times and North Dakota State Class A coach of the year in 2003.
Rick Siefken is still recognized as one of the best athletes in DHS history as a 3-sport athlete competing in football, basketball, and track. During his senior season, he was named to the all-state football and basketball teams, placed 3rd in the shot put at the state meet, and was named the Dickinson High Schools Male athlete of the year in 1978.
Paul Herauf was awarded the Loyalty Award for the 2022 DHS Athletic Hall of Fame for his integral part of the Dickinson High School Athletic Booster Club for over 25 years.