Nichols College Athletics

A four-year starter and captain his senior year, Dietrich helped led the Nichols football team to 15 wins over his four-year career. Playing both offensive and defensive tackle, he was a part of the 1965 team which allowed the fewest yards and points in a season in school history. That year, the Bison allowed its opponents just 954 yards of offense and limited them to just 26 points all season. Nichols went 6-1 that year, its best record to that date since it had become a four-year institution in 1959.
 
Dietrich received the Football Award for Dedication, Enthusiasm, and Loyalty after his senior year in 1968. Throughout his four years at Nichols, he was involved in several activities and clubs around campus. Dietrich was a member of the management club for three years while serving as a business manager for two. He was also a member of the N. Club, SAM, and the Nicholodeons. After football season, Dietrich took part in the intramural basketball and volleyball teams as well.