Hall of Fame
Ray Strozier
Mules Basketball 1977-81
Strozier, considered by many to be the most popular player with fans in Mules' basketball history, is CMSU's career leader in rebounds with 937. Possessing an outstanding vertical jump, he played center for the Mules, despite standing just 6-4, and frequently out-jumped taller opponents.
A graduate of Manual High School in Kansas City, Mo., Strozier helped the Mules win an MIAA title in 1980, when they enjoyed a 26-2 record, and a co-championship in 1981. His rebound total of 283 in 1980-81 is fourth best in team history, while his field-goal percentage of 72.8% in 1979-80 was the best in Division II that year and remains the school's and the conference's single-season record. His career field goal percentage of 66.8% is also a CMSU and league record.
Strozier was a first-team all-MIAA selection in the 1980-81 season, when he averaged 14.2 points and 9.8 rebounds. In addition to being the Mules' career rebounding leader, he also ranks eighth on the school's career scoring list with 1,309 points.
