By Darin On the gridiron, perfection is an elusive dream—a standard few players ever approach. But for Joe Micchia, perfection wasn’t just a dream; it was his record. Born in Sharon, Pennsylvania, in 1966, Micchia’s legacy at Westminster College is one of total, unmatched dominance. Get ready to dive into the astonishing career of the quarterback who never lost a game as a starter and led his team to an unbreakable collegiate dynasty.
Football Bio
December 30, 1966 – Sharon, Pennsylvania – Westminster College’s famed Quarterback Joe Micchia was born. Footballfoundation.org says that Joe received second-team All-American honors in 1988 and then followed up in 1989 with First-Team All-American honors. Micchia led Westminster to back-to-back undefeated seasons en route to consecutive NAIA Division II national championships. His record as a starter with the Westminster Titans was an amazing 31-0, as he was the school’s first-ever 4,000-yard passer and had 68 career TD passes, 32 of them in one season. The NFF voters sent Joe Micchia into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
Conclusion: A Hall of Fame Legacy
Joe Micchia’s statistics—31 wins, 0 losses, and consecutive national championships—paint a picture of a truly legendary collegiate career. His impact went far beyond mere numbers; he set an enduring benchmark for quarterback performance and team leadership at Westminster College. His induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2013 was a fitting, well-earned tribute to an athlete whose name is synonymous with collegiate football excellence and an unbreakable winning streak.
Accolades and Football Accomplishments
- College Football Hall of Fame Inductee: 2013 (National Football Foundation)
- Starting Record: 31-0 (Undefeated)
- National Championships: Consecutive NAIA Division II titles
- All-American Honors: First-Team All-American (1989), Second-Team All-American (1988)
- Passing Milestones: First Westminster player to reach 4,000 career passing yards.
- Career Touchdowns: 68 career TD passes.
- Single Season Touchdowns: 32 TD passes in one season.
