[3] Reichardt subsequently opened a men's clothing store in Des Moines, Ia., and became a prominent businessman and community leader.

Continuing to play football, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in economics from the University of Iowa in 1952.

After graduation, Reichardt spent one season with the Green Bay Packers and then joined the Air Force, where he served as a First Lieutenant for two years during the Korean War.

In addition, Reichardt started the Little All-American Football League in Des Moines and coached for 30 years.

Camerado Publishing released a novel entitled The Best Seller, written by Bill's son, Doug Reichardt and granddaughter, Katie Bishop.