Lannie Shelmadine, of Alliance, was one of five former student athletes inducted into the University of Nebraska at Kearney Hall of Fame.
The induction ceremonies were hosted during UNK’s homecoming weekend, Oct. 8-9. Shelmadine was also recognized during UNK’s homecoming football game.
“Shelmadine is among the most accomplished running backs in Kearney State College/UNK history,” a press release from UNK stated. “He was a two-time All-Nebraska Conference College (NCC) selection who led the Lopers in rushing in 1965 and 1966. He also was KSC’s leading receiver in 1965 and was twice named NAIA All-District 11.”
Shelmadine finished his career with 1,606 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. He was also on teams that won three league titles and went a combined 31-5.
“That included the 1967 team that went 9-0, just the second Loper team to post an undefeated record. KSC also finished that fall ranked sixth nationally. During these years, KSC was among the nation’s best at running the football,” the release stated.
Shelmadine lives in Alliance with his wife, Karen, three children and 12 grandchildren. Shelmadine was also inducted into the Alliance Public Schools Hall of Fame in 2019.