University of Alaska Fairbanks Athletics

A 6-foot-6 forward for the Nanook cagers from 1971 to 1973, Lessley chipped in 1,029 career points and pulled down 496 career rebounds for the Blue and Gold. He is one of just 14 players to eclipse the 1,000-point mark and ranks 13th and 7th amongst the program's all-time scoring and rebounding leaders, respectively. He led his team to a National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics District 1 Championship during his senior season, while averaging 21 points and 10 rebounds per game. He earned All-District First Team, All-Northwest First team honors and team MVP. The Nanooks ended the 1973 campaign with 20 wins, setting a new record.

Currently, Lessley resides in Fairbanks where he has coached basketball and volleyball at various Fairbanks area high schools. He currently coaches the Monroe Catholic women's volleyball team, who finished sixth place in the Class 3A Tournament last season.