Don started playing dartball at age 33 in 1978 for Jack's Bar in Hamburg, Wisconsin. Jack's Bar was part of the Mid-State Dartball League. Don was a dairy farmer for 35 years and the owner of Don's Trucking for 10 years. 

Leagues:

Don played in many leagues over nearly 40 years of playing dartball, below is list and years played in them:

Mid-State Dartball League: 1978-2016 (Jack's Bar, Westfall's, Landmark Bar 1)

Mar-Lin Mixed Couples League: 1985-1987

Wausau Church Leagues: 1989-1991

Zondlo's Darball League: 1998-2002

Don won mulitple League Championships (25+) in the Mid-State Dartball League while shooting for Westfall's and Landmark Bar 1.

Batting Statistics:

1978-2006: Batted between .500 and .555 in multiple leagues

2006-2016: Batted between .450 and .500 in Mid-State Dartball League

Highest Average was in 1984 in Mid-State Dartball League where he batted .555

Wisconsin State Tournament Achievements:

1984: 3rd Place Consolation - Don's Trucking

1993: Class B Champions - Barley Pop Pub

1994: Class B Champions - Barley Pop Pub

2015: Class B, 2nd Place - Landmark Bar 1

2016: Class B Champions - Landmark Bar 1

Sponsored Don's Trucking teams for 4 years at the State Tournament.

In Summary:

Over a career spanning more than 35 years, this nominee has made a lasting impact on Wisconsin dartball through consistent competitive performance, championship success, and unwavering commitment to league play. Competing primarily in the Mid-State Dartball League, they maintained winning seasons across multiple decades, achieved a career-high .555 batting average, and contributed to state championship teams in multiple eras. Their longevity, adaptability, and team-first approach exemplify the values of Wisconsin dartball and make them a highly deserving candidate for induction into the Wisconsin Dartball Hall of Fame.