Ronald Gleissner is a four-year starter at nose tackle for coaches Paul Pasqualoni and Chris Rippon. During his time at WestConn, Gleissner is a 1989 preseason All-American selection, two-time CoSIDA Academic Second Team All-American and captain of the Colonials during his senior year. He finished his career with 317 total tackles, which included 197 primary tackles and 19 sacks over his four years, with 11 during his freshman campaign. He is inducted into Westconn’s Hall of Fame in October of 2011.