
Ray Potter is one of
the most prolific scorers in Cowley men’s basketball history.
An All-American in 1953, Potter ranks
sixth all-time in career scoring with 1,145 points during his career,
which spanned 1951-1953. His 666 points during the 1952-1953 season ranks
sixth among school single-season scorers. He also holds the record for
best scoring average during a two-year career at 21.2.
Potter also had the
distinction of playing on ACJC’s national runner-up basketball
team of 1953. He was co-captain of that team.
Potter, who lives in Winfield, has served
as director of the alumni association in 1974 and was a member of the
Rotary Club and chamber of commerce during the 1970s. He owns and operates
Wellington Steakhouse and Motel.