South Dakota Mines

Dan Ptak was one of the finest quarterbacks to play for the Hardrockers. He directed SD Mines to SDIC Championships in 1984 and 1985, helping the team compile a 13-5 record during that time including a 10-2 conference mark.

A native of Menno, S.D., Ptak was an adept passer and fine scrambler. He rushed for six TD's and passed for three in his senior SDIC MVP season of 1985.