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Curt Christenson

  • Class
    1972
  • Induction
    2002
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Curt Christenson, 2002 - All-State in football, basketball, and track at Dwight High School, Curt became one of the most prolific receivers and punt returners in Western Illinois football history. He was a three-time letterwinner, returning 50 punts and 41 kickoffs from 1968-72. His 570 punt return yards at the time set a Letherneck all-time best and after his playing career ranked among the Western 'Top 10' with: 1,385 receiving yards, 12 touchdown receptions (currently tied 8th), and 2,641 all-purpose yards (currently 10th).


 
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