Ouachita Baptist University Athletics

Gerald Masterson was a cornerstone on Bob Gravett’s Tiger track and cross country teams during his time at Ouachita.

A member of the Arkansas Track and Field Hall of Fame and a 1984 inductee into the NAIA Hall of Fame, Masterson was a six-time indoor/outdoor All-American and competed in the United States Olympic trials twice. In 1975, Masterson was named the Most Valuable Athlete at the NAIA Indoor National Meet and competed in the World University Games in 1977. 

In one indoor meet, he won the 600 and 800 meter runs, respectively, setting records in both events on the same night. He holds four Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference records: 880 yard run, 800 meter run, mile run, and 1500 meter run.

After graduating from Ouachita, Masterson was a part of the Santa Monica Track Club 4×800 relay team that set an American record in the event. Masterson is currently Professor of Kinesiology at Missouri State University.

Last updated: June 6, 2024