Tommy Nettles: The Versatile Athlete Who Dominated Multiple Sports

Tommy Nettles was a star receiver at San Diego State in the 1960s. He set a then-NCAA record with 11 catches for 363 yards and four scores in one game. He played in the NFL and CFL. He played in a Rose Bowl victory. He threw the javelin competitively. He played basketball against Lew Alcindor's (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's) fabled UCLA freshman team. He qualified for and played golf in the U.S. Open. He was one of the greatest Over-The-Line players in history. Tommy Nettles worked as a commentator for the Golf Channel. He also served as president of the Breitbard Hall of Champions. He participated in Aztecs football under the guidance of Don Coryell. He qualified for the 1975 U.S. Open at Medina as a golfer. He competed in sports such as basketball, javelin, and golf at different levels. Tommy Nettles was known for his versatility and accomplishments across various sports. His cousin Graig and Jim played in the MLB. Tom Nettles' brother, John, was an All-CIF receiver at St. Augustine. Tom Nettles' first cousins were MLB players Graig and Jim.