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The 1972, 1973 and 1974 Coyote football teams enjoyed one of the most successful three-year runs in school history under Coach Joe Salem. All three squads tied for a share of the North Central Conference title. During that three year stretch, USD finished 25-7 overall and 17-4 in NCC play. The 1972 team finished 9-1, which is tie for second for the best winning percentage in a single-season in USD history. The 1972 Coyotes finished 6-1 in the league. The 1973 team was 8-3 overall and also finished 6-1 in league play and qualified for the Division II playoffs. The 1974 team finished 8-3 with a 5-2 league record. In the three year span, USD had 16 All-NCC players and two All-Americans (Gary Kipling, 1972 and Dwight Duncombe, 1974). Four USD players were named NCC MVPs at their position, including Gary Kipling (OL, 1972), Henry Heider (DB, 1972), Vern Henderson (OL, 1973) and Dave Garner (DL, 1973).
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