Colorado Mesa University Athletics

Information as of 2013: Michael Brunson was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the 11th round in 1970 and played on the team for two years. Brunson also played for the Houston Oilers and St. Louis Cardinals during his professional football career.
 
Former Maverick head football coach Jack Perrin remembers Brunson as quiet but physically, mentally and socially balanced – both on and off the field – when he played for Mesa Junior College in 1967 and 1968. Whether playing football or running track, Brunson's natural athleticism shone through as brightly as his smile.
 
Brunson started the 1969 season as a wingback for the Arizona State University Sun Devils where he earned a letter for his performance. After Brunson graduated from ASU, he taught math and coached elementary children in the Balsz School District in Phoenix.
 
Brunson exemplified what it meant to be a good citizen. He mentored countless young people in his 26 years of teaching and coaching. Phoenix's Brunson Field was dedicated in his honor at his retirement in 2002 and Brunson-Lee Elementary School was named for him in 2003. He passed away in 2002, but his memory lives on in the hearts of those he touched.
 
Brunson was married to Essie Brunson for 31 years and had two sons, both of whom inherited their dad's strong athleticism and giving heart. Brunson's younger brother, Larry, played football at Mesa Junior College with him. "Mike was my hero. He never thought of himself and he wanted to give everybody a chance," Larry said.