Miami Ohio University Athletics
Hall of Fame
Russell Baker
- Induction:
- 1973
- Class:
- 1913
Baker was a "triple-threat" halfback who wore no headgear or padding.
One University publication was quoted: "Baker could throw a football into a tomato can, kick into a coffin corner and playing behind an average line was rarely stopped by the opposition."
Captain of the 1912 team, Baker is believed to be one of the first collegiate football players in the Midwest to throw a long pass.
A member of Miami's All-Time Gridiron Greats, Baker served two terms as president of the Miami University Alumni Association. He also served the Butler County public schools for 45 years as a teacher, principal and superintendent.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1973.
One University publication was quoted: "Baker could throw a football into a tomato can, kick into a coffin corner and playing behind an average line was rarely stopped by the opposition."
Captain of the 1912 team, Baker is believed to be one of the first collegiate football players in the Midwest to throw a long pass.
A member of Miami's All-Time Gridiron Greats, Baker served two terms as president of the Miami University Alumni Association. He also served the Butler County public schools for 45 years as a teacher, principal and superintendent.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1973.
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