University of Minnesota Athletics
Julian Hook - M Club Hall of Fame
Julian Hook
Football, 1960-62
Wrestling, 1961
HOF Class of 2004
Despite his relatively small size, just 5-9 and 189 pounds, “Jules” Hook was a defensive stalwart on the Gophers’ 1961 and 1962 Rose Bowl teams.
He is credited with breaking up four major plays during the 1960 Minnesota-Illinois game, one many consider the turning point in the season that aimed the Gophers toward their 1960 national championship.
Known for quickness and agility – traits some credited to his pursuits as a wrestler on the Minnesota team -- Hook earned All-Big Ten football honors at linebacker in his senior season.
Hook obtained his law degree and served in the Minnesota Legislature from 1970 to 1974 before opening his own Twin Cities law office.