officials

Lyle Clarno

Year Inducted: 1973

Category: Officials

Schools / Organizations: Bradley University
The Big Ten Conference

Biography: Lyle M. “Dutch” Clarno is a member of the Bradley University Hall of Fame and was a top official in the Big Ten for 2 decades.  “Dutch” Clarno has the unique distinction of officiating in the state finals of three different states—Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota.  An outstanding official for over 30 years, Dutch is a native of Farmer City.  Lyle passed away in 1987 at the age of 91.