Colgate

HAMILTON, N.Y. (8/12/10) – Colgate football legend Kenny Gamble ’88 returned to campus Thursday, Aug. 12 to meet with the first-year football students and share with them what it means to be a Raider.

“This is really fun, probably one of the most exciting things I get a chance to do when I return to Colgate each year,” stated Gamble. “Its important to have a conversation with the first years, to help them get off to a great start.”

Gamble, a 1988 graduate of Colgate University and a College Football Hall of Fame inductee is one of the most decorated and storied athletes to ever come through Colgate. Gamble was a two time all-American selection, and the recipient of the first ever Walter Payton Award in 1987, which is given to the best player in all of Division I-AA. That same year, Gamble finished first and second respectively in all-purpose yards (2,097) and rushing yards (1,411).

Gamble ran for 100 yards or more in 29 of the 42 games he played, which still stands as a Colgate record. As a junior, his 1,816 rushing yards led the entire nation, and his 21 rushing touchdowns and 2,425 all purpose yards set NCAA Division I-AA records.

“To pass on some of my experiences from my time here [Colgate] or things I have learned over my adult life to help them become better student-athletes is great,” said Gamble. “Anything I can do to help.”

Today, Gamble is Vice President and General Manager in the Sports Licensed Division of Reebok.