Hall of Fame
A star both as a running back and special teams performer, Tysinger was one of the standouts of the Tiger squad during the mid 1960's. He was not only a standout football player, but excelled in many school activities as well. He was president of Kappa Alpha fraternity, class president as a sophomore and junior, a member of the honor council for three years and of the President's council during his final two years. A four-year letterman, Travis was selected All-Mason Dixon and all-state as a junior. He was co-captain his final season. In addition to being a great runner, Travis kicked and punted for the Tigers. He gained 1,410 yards rushing during his career and as a senior averaged 37.7 yards per punt. In baseball, he was honored as a second-team small college All-American. Tysinger is the Director of Development and Planned Giving for Woodberry Forest School in Woodberry Forest, Virginia.
