Skip To Main Content
Skip To Main Content

Ouachita Baptist University Athletics

Scoreboard

Ouachita Athletics Hall of Fame

Johnny Baker 1972

Johnny Baker

  • Class
  • Induction
    2006
  • Sport(s)
    Football
Johnny Baker ended his career as the leading rusher in Ouachita Tiger football history with 4,357 yards, a record that still stands today.

Baker is also in the top 10 of the Ouachita career record book in rushing touchdowns (8th-32) and total offense (4th-5,718). He had what was then the best rushing season in school history in 1970 with 1,614 yards, which ranks third today. His 1,288 yards in 1971 ranks fifth.

Baker was a three-time All-Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference selection and was a second-team All-American after his senior season in 1972. 

Last updated: June 6, 2024
 
Explore HOF Explore Ouachita Athletics Hall of Fame Members