Varsity Club Hall of Fame
Mike Genetti (class of 1985) led the Huskies in interceptions for three straight seasons from 1981 to 1983. In 1981, the defensive powerhouse notched 10 interceptions, which ties for the second-most in a single season in program history. His 19 career interceptions rank third all-time in the NU record books.
On Oct. 3, 1981, Genetti had a team-high three interceptions against Springfield. In 1983, the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) named Genetti to the Weekly Division I-AA Honor Roll for his six-tackle, two interception game against Springfield. The two-time captain was named Northeastern’s Most Valuable Player in 1981 and 1983.Â
He was a New England Gold Helmet award winner as a sophomore and earned All-New England and Honorable Mention All-American honors. Genetti also played in the prestigious Shriners All-Star Game in 1979, and graduated from Northeastern with a degree in criminal justice.
He is currently the owner and president of Genetti’s General Contracting, Inc. in Billerica, Mass.Â
