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Richard "Dick" Smith, Class of 1941
Dick was a two sport star at LaGrange High School. In basketball, Dick was the captain of the team, as well as the leading scorer. Dick was also captain of the baseball team and the leading hitter. He continued his athletic career at Fort Riley, playing for the service team where the opponents included the University of Kansas and Kansas State University.

Dick continued supporting athletics long after his playing days. He sponsored Hot Stove League teams for over 20 years and coached or managed teams for over 10 years. He also sponsored and managed one of the state's premier softball teams, LaGrange Screw Products, along with Wellington Gear. He managed and sponsored softball teams for 18 years.

Dick was a major force in forming our school's first booster club. He was the president for many years and during his tenure the football field and track field were built. In addition to starting our 5th and 6th grade basketball program, Dick served as the announcer for Keystone's home football games for 30 years.