The soccer world misplaced an all-time nice of each school and the NFL as legendary Miami Hurricanes fullback Don Bosseler handed away. He was 88 years previous.
Born in New York, Bosseler grew to become a four-year starter for the Hurricanes underneath head coach Andy Gustafson. From 1953 to 1956, he rushed for 1,642 yards. In 1956, he was a First-Group All-American, becoming a member of a backfield which included legends Jim Brown and Johnny Majors. His stellar school profession resulted within the Washington Redskins drafting him No. 9 general within the 1957 Draft. He would go on to play eight years for Washington, making the Professional Bowl in 1959.
On Thursday, the Hurricanes took time to mourn the passing of Bosseler and despatched condolences to his household.
“Miami athletics mourns the passing of Don Bosseler, who performed for Miami from 1953-56 earlier than embarking on an eight-year NFL profession. He’s a member of the School Soccer HOF, UM Sports activities HOF & Miami Ring of Honor. We cross alongside our sincerest condolences to the Bosseler household,” the varsity stated.
Miami athletics mourns the passing of Don Bosseler, who performed for Miami from 1953-56 earlier than embarking on an eight-year NFL profession.He’s a member of the School Soccer HOF, UM Sports activities HOF & Miami Ring of Honor.We cross alongside our sincerest condolences to the Bosseler household. pic.twitter.com/eEvOMD1zKR
— Miami Hurricanes (@MiamiHurricanes) November 7, 2024
School soccer followers and organizations have been paying their respects to the soccer legend.
“NFF is saddened to be taught of the passing of School Soccer Corridor of Fame inductee Don Bosseler, a First Group All-American who led the @CanesFootball to a No. 6 rating in 1956,” the Nationwide Soccer Basis stated in a press release.
“My Dad bled orange and inexperienced. He beloved enjoying at ‘The U,’” his son Greg stated.
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“The UMSHoF&M is saddened to be taught of the passing of our member, and Previous President, Don Bosseler. He was an amazing man and a loyal Hurricane. Relaxation in Peace, Don,” the College of Miami Sports activities Corridor of Fame posted.
Bosseler was inducted into the College of Miami Sports activities Corridor of Fame in 1970 and the School Soccer Corridor of Fame in 1990.
Our hearts exit to Bosseler’s household and family members.
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