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Michael Mandarino played offensive and defensive guard for the Explorers from 1939-1941, being named named Honorable Mention Little All-American and All-State Guard in 1940. He was selected as La Salle's outstanding student-athlete in 1941.

Mandarino worked his way through medical school by playing for the Philadelphia Eagles (1944-1945) and later provided medical services for the team.