Chadron State College Athletic Hall of Fame
A native of Anselmo, Anderson was an excellent linebacker for the Eagles in the late 1980s and early ’90s. He became a starter as a sophomore in 1989 when his cousin, Corey Anderson, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006, was sidelined by a hamstring injury. Russ responded by leading the Eagles in tackles with 142 and was selected the team’s best defensive player.
After Corey returned in 1990 and earned All-American honors, Russ took part in 43 tackles while alternating with Corey and Jason Irvine, a senior that fall. During his senior year in 1991, Russ again led the Eagles in tackles with 132, was first-team RMAC, first-team Nebraska NCAA Division II and honorable mention NAIA All-American. He concluded his career with 131 unassisted and 196 assisted tackles, including seven tackles for losses of 40 yards, three fumble recoveries and three interceptions. He also broke up 10 passes.
Russ is married to the former Cheryl Bolen, a native of Alliance and a CSC graduate. They are ranchers in the Hyannis area.
