Carroll College Athletics

Younger of Anaconda Central’s “Gold Dust Twins,” Al (right) and brother John (left) both played guard on the same line at the Hilltop for three seasons, from 1938-40. In 1940’s season lid-lifter, a 14-7 loss to Boise State, “Carroll’s 150-pound junior guard Al Kaparich was a terror on defense, as he spent most of the game in the Broncos’ backfield.” It was the first of back-to-back MCC titles for second-year coach Ed Simonich.

As a senior captain and 4-year letterman, Al Kaparich helped the Saints make history with their 5-0-1 undefeated, unscored upon 1941 Conference championship. Among his highlights were the extra point kick in the 7-0 win over Dillon’s Normal College, and mention of his defensive “leadership” in the wins over Boise State 6-0, and Whitworth 9-0.