Daniel Hutchens became an inspirational leader for the 76er men's basketball program through the courage he displayed in battling the effects of Muscular Dystrophy.

He rendered medical and managerial attention to the team, raising players' spirits on road trips and paying great attention to the program's logistical needs.

He was an integral member of the team that became the college's first to make a trip to a national tournament when they traveled to Indiana for the National Little College Athletic Associations Tournament in 1977.

Courageous, inspirational, devoted, loyal are all words associated with Daniel Hutchens. His work will serve as a model for generations of V-Hawk athletes, coaches and support staff.