John Carroll University Athletics

Lou Sulzer was a varsity tackle for the Blue Streaks from 1937-39 and was named unanimous to the All-Big Four team in 1939. In his senior season, Sulzer represented John Carroll on the Catholic College All-America team as an Honorable Mention.
 
Sulzer was the first Jewish athlete ever to play on a John Carroll University sports team.
 
During Sulzer’s senior season in 1939 as a Blue Streak, he was regarded to be apart of one of the best offensive lines in school history. He was apart of the Midwest College All Star team, where he played guard in the annual game.
 
Sulzer came to John Carroll in the mid-1930’s, after graduating from Glenville High School, where he played fullback for three years. During his time at Glenville, he was known for playing a full 60 minutes which was known as the “Iron Man Stunt.”
 
Sulzer transitioned to tackle during his playing career at JCU.
 
His dedication to the University continued following his playing career at John Carroll. In 1940, Sulzer was the director of freshman football as a coach of the team. Sulzer’s success was notarized after his team often times beat the Varsity team in practice on a regular basis.
 
Sulzer is best known for, “Without being too strict, he can get the utmost performance from his hopefuls without appearing to push them too hard.” - The Carroll News Sports, May 23, 1940 edition.