Scott Schaffer
As a standout runner and wrestler, Scott earned eleven varsity letter awards during his high school career - three in wrestling and four each in cross country and track and field.
Wrestling at 119 pounds, Scott was a runner-up at the state meet as a junior, but came back his senior season and claimed the state title. Along the way, he compiled a 31-1 season record, with his only loss at the 126-pound weight class. His stellar season established a new record for wins in a season as well as most takedowns and escapes marks. He was also a two-time Big 8 Conference champion and won several invitational titles.
Scott was a member of the Lynx State Championship Track and Field Teams in 1985 and 1986. He anchored state championship 3200-meter and Medley relay teams his senior year as well as running on other relays which contributed to team success. His team's 1985 3200 meter relay set a school record that stood until 2010. He also contributed team points when he placed in the 800-meter run at the state meet his senior season.
Scott earned a track scholarship to USD and later transferred to Dakota State University.
His favorite Lynx memory was winning the state 119 pound wresting championship.
