Chadron State College Athletic Hall of Fame
Erlewine was another outstanding wrestler in the early years of the sport at Chadron State. A native of Lusk, Wyo., he was a three-time Nebraska College Conference champion and was selected the Eagles’ outstanding wrestler four straight years. He concluded his college career in 1964-65 with a 39-8-2 record and then was a Third Armored Division champion while serving in the military.
He spent five years as the head wrestling coach at Douglas High School near Rapid City. He also was the Douglas Middle School activities director 22 years and the principal five years. He retired in 1999, but remains active in motorcycle riding and safety training.
His wife, the former Karen Downen, also graduated from CSC.
