Ross Bjork – Class of 1991
Ross Bjork has been selected to the Dodge City Ring of Honor due to his professional success, positive impact on student-athletes, and outstanding representation of Dodge City.
Bjork graduated from Dodge City High School in 1991 – where he was a standout football and baseball player. His father (Carl) worked as a car salesman for many years in Dodge City, while his mother (Linda) was a real estate agent well known for her expertise in finding homes for school teachers and families new to the area.
Bjork played both ways for Coach Masters and was a three-year letterman in football. The 1991 Red Demon Baseball team, under the direction of Lance Nichols, made the State Tournament his senior season. Ross is quick to point out the fact his Red Demon squads were undefeated in Hatchet Games!
Bjork earned an associate degree from Dodge City Community College, where he played football for Coach Steve Simpson. Bjork then transferred to Emporia State University, where he started at fullback for the Hornets and received his bachelor's degree in 1995. Bjork earned his master's degree from Western Illinois University in 1996.
Ross Bjork is currently the Senior Vice President and Athletic Director for Ohio State University. He previously served as the Director of Athletics for Texas A&M University, University of Mississippi, and Western Kentucky University - where he was the youngest athletic director among all 120 NCAA FBS schools when hired. His career path has included positions at the University of Miami, UCLA, and the University of Missouri.
Bjork and his wife, Sonya, have two sons: Payton is a freshman at Tarleton State University and is a member of the football team; Paxton attends Jones Middle School in Upper Arlington.
Ring of Honor Induction – 2024
The Dodge City High School Alumni Association was established in 2013 with the purpose to research and maintain a current database of all graduates; foster the school’s rich history, spirit and tradition for graduates and current student body; establish a recognition program to acknowledge accomplishments of members that have had a profound influence on society; and give assistance in funding academic programs, equipment or capital improvements for the school benefiting all students. By joining, you can search for other alumni, plan reunions, find reunion information and get in on the latest district information!
Join today at www.dodgecityalumni.com!
Additional settings for Safari Browser.
