George A. Peternell (1993) - Bud K. Haidet Athletics Hall of Fame

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George A. Peternell

Class

1974
Induction

1993
Sport(s)

Football

Peternell received two letters playing football at UWM. He was the leading tackler in 1972 after being named co-captain. He also received the team's Outstanding Senior Award and was nominated as Outstanding Collegiate Athlete of America. His career led to a tryout with the Chicago Fire in the World Football League. In 1973, he served as a UWM football coach.

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