Larry Kolbo was a two-sport athlete at Northern State, excelling in Football and Wrestling from 1974-77. As a defensive captain for the Football team, Kolbo earned all-district and Kodak All-American honors. He helped the 1976 edition of Wolves Football finish 8-3 and receive National attention. As a wrestler at 190 pounds, Kolbo competed from 1974-76, earning two trips to the National tournament.