University of South Dakota Athletics

Originally of Ida Grove, Iowa and now of Spencer, Iowa, he was a key member of the 1978 South Dakota North Central Conference champions, the last USD squad to win a NCC football title. Hultgren starred at defensive end for a defense nicknamed the "Pack Patrol." In that special season the Coyotes had a 7-4 record, including a 5-0-1 record in the NCC. He was named a first-team all-NCC defensive end in 1978, the same year he was selected first team academic all-NCC. A three year starter, Hultgren and the Pack Patrol limited opponents to 15.8 points, 159.1 rushing yards, and 126.5 passing yards per game. Hultgren was named NCC Defensive Lineman of the Week as a junior (Western Illinois). Hultgren continues to actively support South Dakota athletics. Hultgren, who earned a B.S.B.A. degree in 1979 from USD, has served as general manager of the John Deere Dealerships for several years.