Team of Distinction – 1957 Men's Soccer Team

In 1957, incoming students Sandor (Alex) Lehoczky and Endre Sarkany established the men's soccer program at then King College. Horst Betz, who was teaching in Assistance in Languages was the coach and the three recruited all of the foreign students that were on campus and gave a general announcement to the student body. King posted their first win on November 15 when they defeated Maryville College 3-2 following a pregame ceremony where President Liston kicked out the first ball.

The team is being recognized for establishing the men's soccer program, laying the foundation for a strong tradition that continues today.