While at Creighton Prep (1959-63), he brought notice to the sport of tennis in Nebraska when he became the first four-time Nebraska High School singles state champion, an achievement matched just once since. Undefeated in high school tennis. Ranked fifth in nation in boys singles in 1969. All-American at Notre Dame. Pro tennis tour from 1969-1976. Best pro singles ranking: 31, ninth in doubles. Reached last 16 round at Wimbledon in doubles in 1973.