Kropp

A special moment for two Aurora alumni followed Saturday’s Shrine Bowl game as Tom Kropp, one of the most decorated Nebraska high school athletes in state history took time to meet with Gage Griffith, the man who took down Kropp’s Aurora discus school record earlier this spring.

A special moment for two Aurora alumni followed Saturday’s Shrine Bowl game as Tom Kropp, one of the most decorated Nebraska high school athletes in state history took time to meet with Gage Griffith, the man who took down Kropp’s Aurora discus school record earlier this spring.

Pair of Husky legends share unique postgame handshake

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Tom Kropp is a recognizable figure across the state for his legendary accomplishments that started in an Aurora uniform 50 years ago.  Just the mention of the name Kropp brings stories of game-winners, no hitters and the impossible becoming possible.