University of Wisconsin-Stout Athletics

A standout as an offensive and defensive lineman and place kicker for Stout Institute in the the late 1920s, Orlando Paciotti was the first Stout player to be named to the all-conference team, making the first team in 1928. While the Trainers failed to post records above .500 during Paciotti's playing career, "Pash's" consistent solid play in the line stood out. Known as an unselfish player, Paciotti had an opportunity to pick up a loose ball and run for a touchdown, but elected to tell a teammate to pick up the ball while he cleared a path for the score. During his senior year, Paciotti was called on in the final minutes to calmly boot the winning extra point in a 14-13 win over archrival Eau Claire.

An honor student while at Stout, Paciotti holds the distinction of being named the first Master Printer of the Stout Typographical Society. An intense graphic arts instructor in Beaver Dam, Wis., Paciotti's printing program was a model for other instructors throughout the state and Upper Midwest. Paciotti accepted the position with the Beaver Dam school district in 1929, teaching for 45 years. He coached the junior varsity football team for 17 years, and in a stretch from 1948-55, did not lose a game. Involved in a vast number of civic activities, including three terms on the Beaver Dam City Council, Paciotti was a much loved figure in his adopted Beaver Dam when he died in 1977.