1963 Arizona Daily Star file photo of Ron Theobald.

 Arizona Daily Star file photo

Ron Theobald, a second-team All-America second baseman for UA’s 1963 College World Series runner-up, died in California last month. He was 72. Theobald hit .366 for the Cats, and started for the Brewers in 1971-72. After baseball, Theobald umpired high school and college baseball games and drove a bus for the Brea Olinda Unified School District, transporting disabled children. 

Become a #ThisIsTucson member! Your contribution helps our team bring you stories that keep you connected to the community. Become a member today.