Lacking in height but not in heart, 5'7" Kenny Koelbl was a basketball coach's dream player. Koelbl's leadership, determination, and dedication embraced the essence of a true point guard. Koelbl started all 128 games of his collegiate career, and finished as Viterbo's all-time assist leader and a 1,000 point club member. At the time of induction, he owned all three assist records: single game, season, and career. Koelbl was also at the helm of four conference championship squads and a 94-34 career record.

Koelbl earned All-Conference honors in the Upper Midwest Collegiate Conference his first two seasons and in the Midwest Catholic Conference his final two seasons. His senior year was capstoned by his selection to the NAIA All-District 14 Team and as the Midwest Catholic Conference Player of the Year.

A student of the game, Koelbl's presence on the playing floor was likened to a second coach. His mental toughness and nearly flawless decision-making enabled the V-Hawks to frequently upset favored opponents. Koelbl was the pioneer player in the rise to prominence on the small college basketball scene.

After his playing career ended, Koelbl brought his court sense and experience to the V-Hawk sidelines as an assistant coach under Rod Popp.