Steve Nelson

Steve Nelson(Athlete - 1978)

• Steve is a 1978 Jefferson graduate.  

• During his time at Jefferson, Steve earned 5 letters.  

• He lettered 2 years in football, 2 years in basketball and 1 year in track & field.  

• Steve was an All Conference football player along with being a team captain of both the football and basketball teams his senior year.  

• Steve also was awarded the “Hawk Award” in basketball for being the most inspirational player.  

• He still holds the school record in the shot put.    

• After graduation, Steve attended the University of Idaho on a football scholarship where he was a 2 year letter winner playing nose guard.  

• Steve currently resides in Rio Ranch, New Mexico with his wife Kelly.