KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Current Kutztown football head coach Jim Clements and field hockey head coach Marci Scheuing have been recognized as key contributors for Kutztown athletics during their tenures and are celebrated as Distinguished Keystones for the PSACs 75th Anniversary celebration, announced Wednesday.
 
The fourth and final grouping honored are the PSAC's 75 Distinguished Keystones, recognizing individuals that have been historically influential in the PSAC, whether it be staff, coaches, or administrators.
 
"Every great structure relies on keystones, which are essential elements that hold everything together," said Steve Murray, PSAC Commissioner. "The individuals we recognize as our Distinguished Keystones have been just that: the steady hands, bold voices, and visionary leaders who helped shape the foundation of our conference. They may or may not have worn a uniform, but their fingerprints are all over our history. Their legacy reminds us that success isn't only measured in points or trophies but in leadership, dedication, and a lifelong commitment to something greater than oneself."
 
The PSAC was founded on March 11, 1951, and comprised 14 institutions as the Pennsylvania State Teachers College Athletic Conference (PSTCAC). Since then, it has grown into one of the largest conferences in the NCAA across all three divisions.
 
The first 75 honorees were designated "Made in the PSAC", a group that recognizes former student-athletes that have gone on to influential careers after graduation (which could be in the sports industry, but not necessarily as a professional athlete.) The next groups of honorees were the conference's 75 Greatest Female Athletes and 75 Greatest Male Athletes.
 
All 300 honorees were selected through a process that included nominations from institutions and selections by committee. The committee was comprised of institutional and PSAC staff.
 
Jim Clements
Football Head coach, 2014-Present

• Winningest active coach in PSAC (90 wins, 11th all-time); three PSAC titles, Super Region I title, five-time PSAC Coach of the Year (four-time Region); .845 PSAC winning percentage

 
Marci Scheuing
Field Hockey Head coach, 2013-Present
•              Coached Golden Bears to NCAA Division II National Championship in 2023 (first team title in school history); national runner-up in 2024; 2x PSAC Coach of the Year, 3x NCAA Final Four