Jim King was a shortstop for the Bison from 1980-84.

He was the first overall pick of the Philadelphia Phillies in 1982 but turned down the opportunity to remain at OBU. In 1984 he was drafted by the Seattle Mariners.

From Colorado Springs, King hit .385 for his career, leading the Bison in batting average in 1981, 1982, and 1984. He batted .424 in 1981 and .408 in 1982.

He ranks third in career hits, 205; ninth in career at bats, 533; sixth in career runs scored, 158; first in career runs batted in, 177; second in career doubles, 45; and second in career homeruns, 38.

He was an All-District 9 selection in 1981 and 1982.

King is now a missionary with Friendship Sports International.