Athletics Hall of Fame
Ronald played four years on the gridiron from 1971 through 1974 and started all four seasons on the baseball diamond from 1972 through 1975. He was considered the best overall player for the Dutchmen football team, starting at running back while also returning punts and kicks during his career. In his junior year he broke the career rushing yards record (finishing with 1,504Â after his senior year)Â and ran for 209 in a game against Tufts. His rookie baseball season featured a .361 average to lead the team and his 22 RBIs led the team even though he batted leadoff for the 11-3 Dutchmen. Ronald's sons both have played in the NFL, Brian (with the Philadelphia Eagles) and Byron (with the Washington Redskins).
