What an evening

Rollie Fingers and Senator George McGovern lived up to their billing at Saturday's baseball banquet in the Sherman Center on the campus of Dakota Wesleyan. A good crowd listened to the pair talk about politics, baseball and the game of life. McGovern, now in his late 80s, kept the audience in awe as he talked about his experiences with iconic political leaders of the past. Fingers also impressed guests as he discussed his handlebar mustache, pitching in three World Series and his relationship with legendary slugger Reggie Jackson.

In addition to the speakers, former DWU player Casey Solem was awarded a plaque for being the first ever Tiger named to the NAIA All-American Second Team. The East Grand Forks native had a huge 2010 season, hitting 15 home runs and stealing 30 bases.

It was a great event for the Public Service & Leadership Department, the baseball program and Dakota Wesleyan University. We feel fortunate to offer the community of Mitchell the opportunity to see two of the country's best leaders in their respective fields of nearly four decades ago.