The fall of 1973 brought a season that still stands among the finest in Grand Ledge football history. Guided by Head Coach John Krupa, assistant coaches Park Baker and Pat O’Keefe, and team trainer Don "Doc" Kiger, the Comets achieved perfection: the first undefeated (9-0) season in school history. Krupa’s rallying cry, “9 and 0, and None to Go,” captured the confidence, unity, and heart of a group that refused to yield.

The 1973 Comets entered the year as reigning champions and left as the undisputed rulers of the West Central Conference. Their fifth straight league title extended a remarkable dynasty that would stretch to 6 in a row by 1974, highlighted by a 14-game conference winning streak spanning two seasons. It was an era that defined Grand Ledge football as a powerhouse built on discipline, teamwork, and unwavering belief.

The complete 1973 roster featured a deep and talented group of athletes who contributed to the historic run: Tony Sweet, Mark Benson, Evan Arrowsmith, Dan Feighner, Rick Kleinfelt, Jerry Schellhammer, Bob Buckmaster, Warren Wynalda, Tom Tiedt, Don Muysenburg, John Avery, Chico Rivera, Tim Bensinger, Mark Rademacher, Mike Wood, Doug McLeod, Steve Hough, Jeff Dixon, Kevin Dent, Bill Klanecky, Harvey Perry, Tony Spalsbury, Jim Carter, Jeff Klanecky, Mike Edwards, Dennis Endres, Tom Nelson, Al MacVean, Kerry Rasmussen, Bruce Truesdell, Chris Foster, Kurt Lawrence, Mike Kenney, Mike Lawless, Mark Kenney, Kevin Marchek, Terry Worthington, Kevin Botek, Bill Atwell, Ray Myers, John Baldwin, Frank King, Kirk Church, Mark Howard, and Curt Warren.

The season opened with a gritty 7–0 victory over Holt, a defensive battle that set the tone for what was to come. From there, the Comets found their rhythm: shutting out Ionia 14–0, dominating Hastings 27–8, and handling Charlotte 25–8. One of the season’s most hard-fought wins came in a 27–20 triumph over Alma, where the Comets’ offensive balance and defensive toughness prevailed. A week later, the team survived a dramatic showdown at St. Johns, edging the Redwings 21–20 in a one-point thriller that tested their character and composure. Grand Ledge followed with a 21–8 victory over Okemos and capped off the unforgettable campaign with a walk-off field goal in a 17–14 win over Lansing Catholic, preserving perfection in storybook fashion.

The fall of 1973 became far more than a string of wins; it was a defining moment in community pride and Comet tradition. Students, families, and alumni filled the stands, united by the spirit of a team that represented the very best of Grand Ledge.

The 1973 Grand Ledge Comets remain a symbol of excellence and unity, their perfect record and 5 consecutive conference crowns standing as a testament to the power of teamwork and belief. They didn’t just win games, they changed the standard, setting a legacy of toughness, commitment, and pride that continues to inspire Grand Ledge football generations later.