Travis Lueck
Athletics Hall of Fame
Travis Lueck, a 1999 NDSCS graduate with a degree in Liberal Arts, is a native of East Grand Forks, MN, where he excelled in football, basketball, and track for the Green Wave.
At NDSCS, Travis made his mark as a dual-sport athlete, competing in both track and football. In 1998, he earned a third-place finish in the long jump at the state track meet, while his 4×200 meter relay team secured a second-place finish. On the football field, Travis stood out as a wide receiver for the Wildcat Football team. His remarkable performance in the 1999 season earned him numerous accolades, including 1st Team All-American, Region XI MVP, 1st Team All-Conference, and NDSCS Offensive Back of the Year.
Travis set impressive college records with 81 receptions, 1,081 single season receiving yards, and 16 touchdowns. His contributions helped the Wildcat team achieve a perfect 10-0 record, a Region XI championship, and victory in the Pepsi-Cola Bowl.
Following his successful tenure at NDSCS, Travis accepted a full scholarship to Murray State University before transferring to the University of North Dakota, where he continued to excel. At UND, he garnered recognition as a 1st Team All-American return specialist, a 2nd Team NCC wide receiver, and was honored as the UND Rookie of the Year and Special Teams Player of the Year. He graduated from UND in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science.
Now residing in Aberdeen, SD, Travis is the Service Manager at RDO Equipment. In his free time, he enjoys golfing, cooking, and tending to his home and yard. Travis shares his life with his significant other, Myranda, and her four children: Leah, Colby, Hudson, and Alexa.