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Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN
Rochester CTC
Rochester, MN
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN
Fond du Lac Tribal C.C.
Cloquet, MN
Vermilion C.C.
Ely, MN
Mesabi Range CTC
Virginia, MN
Minnesota West CTC
Worthington, MN M-State Fergus Falls
Fergus Falls, MN
Itasca C.C.
Grand Rapids, MN
Dakota College at Bottineau
Bottineau, ND
NDSCS
Wahpeton, ND
Minnesota College Athletic Conference 2016 Football Preview
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Justin Heckenlaible, Conference Coordinator [email protected]
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Northland CTC
Thief River Falls, MN
NJCAA 2016 NJCAA
FOOTBALL
PRESEASON TOP 10
1 East Mississippi
2 Snow
3 Trinity Valley
4 Mississippi Gulf Coast
5 Butler
6 Iowa Western
7 Copiah-Lincoln
8 Dodge City
9 Navarro
10 Northwest Mississippi
20 Central Lakes
RV NDSCS
2015 MCAC Playoffs
MCAC Championship Game
Rochester 45 41 NDSCS
MCAC Semi-Finals
NDSCS 39 35 Central Lakes
Rochester 55 0 Dakota College
MCAC Quarter-Finals
NDSCS 49 7 Minnesota West
Dakota College 28 6 Ridgewater
Rochester 30 12 Fond du Lac
Central Lakes 74 0 Itasca
Minnesota College Athletic Conference A look back at 2015
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2015 MCAC FINAL STANDINGS
Eastern Division
division overall
W L W L
Rochester 5 0 8 0
Central L akes 4 1 7 1
Itasca 2 3 5 3
Fond du Lac 2 3 4 4
Mesabi Range 1 4 2 6
Vermilion 1 4 1 7
Western Division
division overall
W L W L
NDSCS 5 0 6 2
Dakota College 3 2 5 3
Ridgewater 3 2 4 4
Minnesota West 3 2 3 5
Northland 1 4 2 6
M State-FF 0 5 1 7
Yellowjackets Win
Sixth Straight MCAC
Championship, Earn a #1
NJCAA Ranking
MCAC 2015
NJCAA All-Americans
1st Team:
Nick Rooney (QB) Rochester sophomore
Kieran Johnson (WR) Central Lakes sophomore
2ndTeam:
Joseph Putu (DB) NDSCS sophomore
Honorable Mention:
Jalen Esters (WR) Rochester sophomore
Edodamen Ejiya (LB) NDSCS freshman
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2015 Individual Statistical Leaders
Eastern Division PASSING G ATT COMP % YDS INT TD
Nick Rooney(RO) 8 287 201 70.0 3000 5 40 RUSHING G ATT YDS YDS/ATT TD
Carlton Djam(CL) 8 135 855 6.3 15
RECEIVING G REC YDS YDS/REC TD
Jalen Esters(RO) 8 54 913 16.9 13
KICKOFF RETURNS G KR YDS YDS/KR
Carlos Duclos(IT) 8 7 299 42.7
Brandon Peters(RO) 6 3 128 42.7
PUNT RETURNS G PR YDS YDS/KR
Denzel Washington(MR) 7 7 173 24.7
SCORING G TD FG PAT1 PAT2 TOTAL
Kieran Johnson(CL) 8 17 0 0 0 102
PUNTING G ATT YARDS AVE.
Chad Mapes(CL) 6 18 636 35.3 KICKING G FGA-FGM PAT ATT- PAT MADE PTS
Matthew Gulland(RO) 8 9 6 55 45 63
TACKLES G UN-AST(3) AST(1) POINTS
Jabrill Johnson(VE) 8 71 56 269
INTERCEPTIONS G INT.
Eight tied with 3 each 8 3
2015 Individual Statistical Leaders
Western Division PASSING G ATT COMP % YDS INT TD
Dane Massey(RW) 8 200 86 43.0 1079 15 9
RUSHING G ATT YDS YDS/ATT TD
Raumello Cooper(RW) 8 78 518 6.6 6
RECEIVING G REC YDS YDS/REC TD
Mitchell Sanders(ND) 8 26 391 15.0 4
KICKOFF RETURNS G KR YDS YDS/KR
Jordin Noggin(ND) 4 6 225 37.5
PUNT RETURNS G PR YDS YDS/RET
Brandon Brice(RW) 7 5 181 36.2
SCORING G TD FG PAT1 PAT2 TOTAL
Dallas Cook(ND) 6 8 0 0 0 48
PUNTING G ATT YARDS AVE.
Jakob Racimo(ND) 8 56 1941 34.7 KICKING G FGA-FGM PAT ATT- PAT MADE PTS
Jakob Racimo(ND) 8 10 7 15 14 35
TACKLES G UN-AST(3) AST(1) POINTS
Ejodamen Ejiya(ND) 8 37 41 152
INTERCEPTIONS G INT.
Joseph Putu(ND) 7 5
Central Lakes
Curtis Brisk
Carlton Djam
Teddy Sherva
Kyree McLean
Barry Moreland
Andrew Walock
Daniel Zins
Dakota College @ Bottineau
Jocelyn Antoine
Troy Bitterle
Jayvon Campbell
Jacob Collins
Debert Desty
Shaquille Ellis
Tyler Manuel
Brison Savoy
Bowen Sweeney
Clarence Theophile
Fond du Lac
Damon Barnes
Kendarian Carter
Keonte Connelly
Logan Crowser
Damon Garner
Destyn McNeil
Carlin Powe
Marcel Richardson
Victor Rollins
Malik Williams
Itasca
Antorio Bailey
Bakorey Davis
Bobby Hentz
Nathan Johnson
Jordan Mach
DeVon Nelson
Josh Oberle
Zach Skelton
Jonathan Strain
Isaiah Wallace
Mesabi Range
Zack Hilliard
Jonathon Hogan
Deundra Mobley
Shaheem Sanders
Alphonso Timmons
Keendarius Truesdale
Minnesota West
Joshua Bentil
Lavez Burton
2015 FOOTBALL
ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM
Houston Coleman
Devin Davis
Tyler Kurrasch
Madison Lewis
M State-FF
Rusty Becker
Justin Gordon
T.J. Loines
Jared Olsgaard
Jonathon Siira
Nelson Valerio
NDSCS
Ejodamen Ejiya
Taeveon Johnson
Kameron McNary
Joseph Putu
Nathan Schmidt
Dalton VonRuden
Nicholas White
Guei Zleh
Northland
Pierre Elysee
Kevin Lanning
Tafario Mckrachon
Doug Peterson
James Rigdon
Philip Szwedowicz
Ridgewater
Jack Goeman
Chandler Langford
Glenn Meyers
Alex Partridge
Carl Williams
Rochester
Drake Freeman
Kamery Garlick
Anders Grahn
Matthew Gulland
Jaylen Johnson
Ryan Just
Jeffery Keene
Matthew Lassa
Nick Rooney
Cody Scherff
Spencer Sorenson
Cody Stanger
Joseph Warner
Connor Watts
Vermilion
Jeremiah Patterson
Kyle Waugh
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MCAC talent headed to the “Next Level” in 2016
School POS 4-Year School
Central Lakes
Carlton Djam RB Univ. of Minnesota
Jake Faber QB Angelo State University
Elais Arlington WR Concordia-St. Paul
Curtis Brisk OL Valley City State Univ.
Casey Giesseman OL Valley City State Univ.
Trey Blanchard RB Montana State-Northern
Beau Wilhelm WR Montana State-Northern
Dakota College at Bottineau
Dimitrius Patterson SB Tennessee (WO)
Joe Hines RB Ohio Dominican
Davarious Jenkins DB Avila
Kermit Malone DB Kentucky State
Kris Nelson DB Kentucky State
Jaquan Dews DL Lindenwood-Belleville
Paulo Ta’a DL Northern Michigan
Kelsey Poe LB Concord
Davonta Johnson DB Ohio Dominican
Joacelin Antoine DB Kentucky State
Clarence Theofile DB College of Notre Dame
Tomaris Coney DB Heidelberg
Fond du Lac
Sam Johnson WR Notre Dame College
Gavin Leach DE U– Nebraska Kearney
Damon Barnes WR SD School of Mines
Carlton Goss OL Waldorf College
Victor Rollins OL Alabama A & M
Joshua Bender FB Valley City State Univ.
Justin Lacayo DE Missouri Southern
Keonte Connelly LB Minot State Univ.
Marcus Bruton-Williams OL UW-Stevens Point
Jon Avril DE UW-Stevens Point
Marcel Richardson DT Notre Dame College
Jalen Simmons RB Univ. West Georgia
Te’Vaughn Hurse RB Winston-Salem St. Univ.
Itasca
LeAndre Benion DB Robert Morris
Damaree Bell LB Lindenwood Univ.
Carlos Duclos WR Henderson State Univ.
Jakeise Jaco DL Waldorf College
Quinn Frisell QB Crown College
Breon Melvin WR Bethel University
Raquan Monroe LB Lindenwood Univ.
Sedric Stewart DB Winston Salem State
Levi Watson DL Eastern Illinois
M State-Fergus Falls
Rusty Becker DL Univ. of Calif.-Berkeley
NDSCS
Ejodamen Ejiya LB North Texas
Josh Dorsey DL Southern Missouri
Joseph Putu DB Tusculum College
Darren Kelley DB NDSU
Frantz Polimice DB Concordia St. Paul
Corey Presley LB Concordia St. Paul
Shelly Johnson DB Concordia St. Paul
Jahkye Mcclarron LB Concordia St. Paul
Cameron Moat OL Warner University
Jose Hernandez OL Presentation College
Ridgewater
Carl Williams OT Valley City State Univ.
Tyler Howell SL Valley City State Univ.
Glen Meyers K/P Augsburg University
Alex Partridge DE Bemidji State University
Nick Rusch-Maier HB UW-River Falls
Rochester
Jalen Esters Missouri State
Zeek Carr Upper Iowa Univ.
Kamery Garlick Univ. Colo-Pueblo
Randy Jones MSU-Mankato
Ryan Just Univ. of Minnesota
Larry Moore MSU-Mankato
Cody Scherff UNLV
Jonathan Rojas Winona State Univ.
Ryan Burton Concordia-St. Paul
Diondre Green Arkansas Tech
Billy Kellogg SW Oklahoma State
Patrick Bolton Missouri Western
Cody Stanger Seton Hall
Drake Freeman Walsh University
Victor Rivera Mount Union
London Covington Saint Xavier Univ.
Charles Jefferson West Texas A&M
Vermilion
Rashad Ross OLB Lindenwood Univ.
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2016 MCAC Schedule
Eastern Division Western Division Central Lakes (CL) Dakota College @ Bottineau (DC)
Fond du Lac (FDL) Minnesota West (MW)
Itasca (IT) M State-Fergus Falls (FF)
Mesabi Range (MR) NDSCS (NDS)
Rochester (RO) Northland (NL)
Vermilion (VE) Ridgewater (RW)
Week 1– 8/27 RW @ MR RO @ NDS
NL @ VE DC @ CL
IT @ MW FDL @ FF
Week 8– 10/15 FDL @ MW IT @ NDS
DC @ MR RW @ RO
VE @ FF NL @ CL
Week 7– 10/8 MR @ RO MW @ NDS
CL @ VE DC @ RW
FDL @ IT FF @ NL
Week 6– 10/1 CL @ MR FF @ MW
VE @ IT RW @ NL
RO @ FDL NDS @ DC
Week 4– 9/17 MR @ FDL NL @ MW
RO @ VE NDS @ RW
CL @ IT FF @ DC
Week 5– 9/24 MR @ VE MW @ DC
IT @ RO RW @ FF
FDL @ CL NL @ NDS
Week 3– 9/10 IT @ MR MW @ RW
VE @ FDL DC @ NL
RO @ CL NDS @ FF
Week 2– 9/03 CL @ RW MW @ RO
MR @ NL VE @ DC
NDS @ FDL FF @ IT
Week 11– 11/6 MCAC Championship
@ St. Cloud State University
Week 10– 10/29 Playoff Semi-Finals
Sites TBD
Week 9– 10/22 Playoff Quarter-Finals
Sites TBD
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Greg Lewis Central Lakes
Damon Garner Fond du Lac
Eastern Division
Jack Leius Itasca
Uriah Guy Fond du Lac
Jack Marsh, Jr. Fond du Lac
Kyree McLean Central Lakes
Cody Rau Central Lakes
Emmanuel Henry Central Lakes
Matt Soldner Central Lakes
Maurice Willis Central Lakes
Mykal Riley Central Lakes
Tyrone Eastern Fond du Lac
Javonte Johnson Itasca
Jonathan Strain Itasca
Jordan Dyess Itasca
Josh Oberle Itasca
Malik Foy Itasca
Zahid Hujurat Itasca
Roshea Grays Itasca
Zepher Resnick Itasca
Tyler Koch Central Lakes
Seth Zins Central Lakes
Will Pendergraph Central Lakes
Miles Kelly Fond du Lac
Brandon Pylar Fond du Lac
Ja’Paul Sinkfield Fond du Lac
Vincent Carreker Fond du Lac
Terrance Wenzel Fond du Lac
Brandon Perce Rochester
Chase Salerno Rochester
Connor Watts Rochester
Dakota Jahnke Rochester
Dylan Stetter Rochester
Eli Smith Rochester
Jamal Stovall Rochester
Montrel Moore Rochester
Around the MCAC...2016 Players to Watch
Keishawn Hayden Dakota College
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Eastern Division (continued)
Kenzell Jefferson Vermilion
Carlis Richardson Vermilion
Matthew Tillman Vermilion
Leandro Dibrito Vermilion
Myron Riley Vermilion
Ryan Walker Vermilion
Justin Freyholtz Vermilion
Dustin Hardy Vermilion
Western Division
Devin Davis Minn.West
Tyrone Topps Minn.West
Terrell Price Minn.West
Farod Anderson Minn.West
Tyler Kurrasch Minn.West
Kenny Reid Minn.West
Jose Olvera Minn.West
Jared Kinley Minn.West
Jared Olsgaard M State-FF
Nathan Christenson M State-FF
Abram Aho M State-FF
James West M State-FF
Johnl Jones M State-FF
Ed Guyton M State-FF
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Western Division (continued)
Charles Walker NDSCS
Rodolph Zieh NDSCS
Jaquon Cogshell Ridgewater
Tavaris Bushner Ridgewater
Brandon Brice Ridgewater
T’ummie Sankey Ridgewater
CJ Borlies Ridgewater
Chance Krumwiede Ridgewater
Komotay Koffie NDSCS
Lucas Uransel NDSCS
Tyler French NDSCS
Keyon Thomas NDSCS
Nick White NDSCS
Lajuan Ransom NDSCS
Demetrius Johnson NDSCS
Central lakes
Head Coach: Greg Medeck Starters Returning: 13 (Off: 5 Def: 8)
Yrs Coaching: 10 Career head Coaching Record: 78-22
2015 Overall Record: 8-3 2015 division Record: 4-1
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Emmanuel Henry OL Warren Township (IL)
Will Pendergraph OL West Potomac (VA)
Cody Rau WR Litchfield (MN)
Greg Lewis RB Wauwatosa West (WI)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Kyree McLean DB Zion-Benton (IL)
Tyler Koch DL Papillion (NE)
Maurice Willis DB Robbinsdale Cooper (MN)
Mykal Riley LB Shakopee (MN)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Seth Zins K Verndale (MN)
Matt Soldner LS Rocori (MN)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Must replace key skill positions (QB, RB and WR) that were very productive in 2015.
Good depth is present at most positions and quality balance provides for an optimistic outlook.
Strong leadership along the offensive line will be a focal point.
Defense: High expectations exist for this group as many defenders got game experience a
year ago as freshmen. Solid depth and a great “team” concept should propel this unit in 2016.
Special teams: A good number of potential athletes to support all of the special teams sets
solid expectations. Capable return men along with a strong kicker and punter should compli-
ment the special team depth.
Incoming recruiting class: Key newcomers will embrace vital roles early at a variety of
positions. This young group has the appearance of being the perfect compliment to a solid
group of veterans.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Solid play in all three phases, including consistent execution
2) Ability to take the learning experience one step at a time and trust the process
3) Early growth and development of the younger players, coupled with great leadership from a
large, strong group of sophomores
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eastern Division
Fond du lac
eastern Division
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Head Coach: Terry Fawcett Starters Returning: 2 (Off: 1 Def: 1)
Yrs Coaching: 25 Career head Coaching Record: 31-15
2015 Overall Record: 4-5 2015 division Record: 2-3
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Tyrone Enstern RB Pattonville (MO)
Jack Marsh, Jr. OL Smith-Cotton (MO)
Miles Kelly WR First Coast (FL)
Brandon Dylar TE University (FL)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Uriah Guy CB Grandview (MO)
Damon Garner DL Port Allen (LA)
Vincent Carreker DL Bishop-Hartley (OH)
Ja’Paul Sinkfield DL Pensacola Catholic (FL)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Terrance Wenzel KR Proctor (MN)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Matt Iovine from Zephyrhills Christian (FL) has been named the starter for new
head coach Terry Fawcett. TE Brandon Dylar was highly recruited and has big play ability at
tight end.
Defense: The front four looks to build on the 51 team sacks last year, tops in the NJCAA.
Special teams: Need to win the battle for field position and convert all PAT’s
Incoming recruiting class: The team has bonded well in camp and the receiving corp has
height and skill. Good team speed.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Stay healthy
2) Team discipline
3) Consistent special teams play
itasca
eastern Division
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Head Coach: Tom Inforzato Starters Returning: 9 (Off: 5 Def: 4)
Yrs Coaching: 14 Career head Coaching Record: 7-18
2015 Overall Record: 5-4 2015 division Record: 2-3
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Roshea Grays RB LaVergne (TN) 2nd Team All-Division
Josh Oberle WR Thorp (WI) 2nd Team All-Division
Malik Foy RB Winter Park (FL) incoming freshman
Javonte Johnson OL Dunnellon (FL) incoming freshman
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Zahid Hujurat LB Dunnellon (FL) incoming freshman
Jack Leius DB Robbinsdale Armstrong(MN) incoming freshman
Jonathan Strain DL LaVergne (TN) starter in 2015
Jordan Dyess LB Racine Park (WI) starter in 2015
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Zepher Resnick K Norman County East (MN) incoming freshman
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Will focus on fundamentals and discipline at the line of scrimmage. Taking care of
the football, moving the chains and executing in the red zone will be very important to build
off from last season’s big step forward.
Defense: With few returning sophomores the Vikings will expect incoming freshmen to
step up to the challenge of the fast paced MCAC offenses. Getting off the field on third down
is always pivotal.
Special teams: Discipline in the kicking and return game will be a major focus of the 2016
season, especially early on. Fundamentals are a main focal point to ensure special team success.
Incoming recruiting class: High expectations in the Vikings camp with 55 new faces
competing for playing time in hopes of continuing the upward trend built in 2015. Should be
more consistent across the board.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Mesh as a team
2) Continue to improve throughout the season
3) Play with intensity and enthusiasm
Mesabi range
eastern Division
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Head Coach: Dan Lind Starters Returning: 12 (Off: 7 Def: 5)
Yrs Coaching: 12 Career head Coaching Record: 42-61
2015 Overall Record: 2-6 2015 division Record: 1-4
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Devontae Carter QB Decatur (GA) 74-142, 52%, 957 yds
Tae Howard WR Hutto(TX) 13 rec-168 yds
Gary Vaughn WR Northwood (DC) 16 rec-186 yds
Jiminquas Johnson TE Oak Ridge (TN) 22 rec-289 yds
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Kyle Williams LB Carl Sandburg (IL) 16 solo tackles, 35 asst
Jonathon Hogan LB Clarenceville (MI) 15 solo tackles, 10 asst
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Gary Vaughn WR Northwood (DC) 231 return yards
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Better numbers this year but team will need to develop quickly.
Defense: Some good returning talent and leadership skills.
Special teams: Should be an improved area with more speed across the special teams.
Incoming recruiting class: Will have better speed this year but young and inexperienced.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Stay healthy
2) Have patience to develop the young players
3) Must be balanced on offense, defense and special teams
rochester
eastern Division
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Head Coach: Eric Waldstein Starters Returning: 4 (Off: 2 Def: 2)
Yrs Coaching: 18 Career head Coaching Record: 10-19
2015 Overall Record: 11-1 2015 division Record: 5-0
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Connor Watts WR Mankato West (MN) starter in 2015
Jamal Stovall QB Central High (IL) dual threat QB
Montrel Moore RB Central High (IL) returning from 2015
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Brandon Perce LB West Allis Central (WI) physical player with good instincts
Eli Smith LB Southwest (WI) athletic newcomer
Dakota Jahnke DL Blue Earth Area (MN) returning from 2015
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Dylan Stetter K Rockford (MN)
Chase Salerno P Chatfield (MN)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: The offense is lined with talented returners, an athletic offensive line and athletes
on the perimeter. They will rely on getting the ball into the hands of their playmakers and
letting them make plays.
Defense: The defense is very stout with some athletic linebackers and a tenacious front line.
This is a group that will fly around with a nose for the football. Expectations are high for this
very fast and athletic unit.
Special teams: The special teams will be full of starters and players that can make special
things happen. They will pay attention and realize how important special teams are to overall
success.
Incoming recruiting class: The class for first year Yellowjackets Coach Eric Waldstein
is loaded with talented freshmen and experienced transfers that will fill the roles of the
graduating sophomores.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Leadership from the players will be vital to overcoming the many forms of adversity faced
2) Keeping players healthy is always a challenge and is a key any season
3) Ball security will be a large factor for this team, both limiting turnovers on offense and
creating them on defense
vermilion
eastern Division
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Head Coach: Sterry Etheridge Starters Returning: 10 (Off: 5 Def: 5)
Yrs Coaching: 1 Career head Coaching Record: 18-1
2015 Overall Record: 1-7 2015 division Record: 1-4
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Ryan Walker QB Walled-Western Lake (MI) 36 TD senior year
Matthew Tillman RB Agape Christian (FL) 1000 yds as a senior
Dustin Hardy OT Robertsdale (AL) 4 yr. All-County, Alabama All-Star
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Myron Riley DB Thornton Township (IL)
Leandro Dibrito DB Shea (RI) 2 time All-State, Rhode Island All-Star
Kenzell Jefferson DB Livionia Churchill (MI)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Justin Freyholtz P Andover (MN)
Carlos Richardson PR Hazelwood East (MO)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Hope to be fundamentally sound.
Defense: Be sound, play fast and be physical.
Special teams: Look for consistency.
Incoming recruiting class: 58 newcomers join the Vermilion program.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Utilize a high volume group of good character student-athletes
2) Experienced, new coordinators on both sides of the ball
Dakota college at
bottineau
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Head Coach: Dan Davis Starters Returning: 3 (Off: 2 Def: 1)
Yrs Coaching: 4 Career head Coaching Record: 0-0
2015 Overall Record: 6-4 2015 division Record: 3-2
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Debert Desty WR Boynton Beach (FL) 3 rec-32 yds, 1 TD
Tyler Manual OL Hinckley (CO) 1st Team All-Division
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Keishawn Hayden DE Atherton (KY) 1.5 sacks, 3 TFL
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
John Jones P/K East Lake (FL) 19-25 PAT, 2-5 FGM
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: With very few starters returning (2) and an entirely new offensive staff, predictions
will be hard to come by. A solid group of young players will have to jell quickly for success
to happen in the early going.
Defense: One starter returns so very young at all positions. Will need some adjustment time
to the college game.
Special teams: The starting placekicker and punter returns and some newcomers have
been added that could make an impact.
Incoming recruiting class: A solid class made up of good kids who work hard and are of
sound character.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) New offensive players and the new coaching staff must come together quickly and create
a cohesive unit
2) Many new faces all over the team make it important for all to get on the same page quickly
western Division
Minnesota west
western Division
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Head Coach: Jeff Linder Starters Returning: 8 (Off: 4 Def:4)
Yrs Coaching: 22 Career head Coaching Record: 105-86
2015 Overall Record: 3-6 2015 division Record: 3-2
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Terrell Price WR Inskter (MI) 1st Team All-Division
Tyrone Topps OL Michigan Collegiate (MI) 1st Team All-Division
Jose Olvera OL Sibley-Ocheyedan (IA) 2nd Team All-Division
Jared Kinley WR Worthington (MN)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Kenny Reid DE Wisconsin Lutheran 1st Team All-Division
Devin Davis LB Southfield (MI)
Tyler Kurrasch LB Ellsworth (MN) 2nd Team All-Division
Farod Anderson DB Western Int’l (MI)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
NA
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: Good sophomore leadership but will be very young overall. The keys will be to
eliminate mistakes and turnovers which plagued this unit last season.
Defense: The defensive unit has only four returning starters, however, the recruiting class
looks to be very competitive and athletic.
Special teams: A very athletic unit but will not possess a strong kicking presence. Will have
to improve and become very consistent for the team to be successful.
recruiting class: A solid core of incoming freshmen and hoping they can get acclimated to
play at a high level quickly. Coaches are happy with the progress shown thus far. Games will
be the true test with a very young team, they must improve each week.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Will have a hard working team that will try to improve at least 1% each and every day
2) Must pay attention to the little things that will get the team top where they want to be.
3) Players must control all they can control
m state-Fergus falls
western Division
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Head Coach: Steve King Starters Returning: 11 (Off: 8 Def: 3)
Yrs Coaching: 10 Career head Coaching Record: 24-56
2015 Overall Record: 1-7 2015 division Record: 0-5
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Jared Olsgaard QB Park Christian (MN) Medical redshirt in 2015
Jonl Jones OL Fridley (MN) 1st Team All-Division
Nathan Christenson WR F.F. Hillcrest (MN) 2nd Team All-Division
Fatah Malone WR Irondale (MN)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Edward Guyton DL Richfield (MN) 1st Team All-Division
Abram Aho LB Fergus Falls (MN) Medical redshirt in 2015
James West LB Milwaukee Lutheran (WI)
Jeff Helander DL Minnewaska Area (MN)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Jordan Foss K F.F. Hillcrest (MN)
Edward Guyton LS Richfield (MN)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: For the first time in many years, four starters return to the O-line to go along with
depth at the QB and RB positions. Many new receivers join the ranks and have a lot yet to learn.
Defense: Only three starters return to a defense that was solid in 2015. Some quality players
will step in especially along the D-line.
Special teams: A highly successful high school kicker joins the Spartans from in-town
Hillcrest H.S. and that will hopefully translate into more red zone points. Long snapper
Ed Guyton also returns which is crucial. This area should show marked improvement in 2016.
Incoming recruiting class: A solid group of recruits with high character and a strong work
ethic. Feel good about balance and depth at each position in addition to added speed across a
much deeper offensive line
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Stay healthy
2) Develop a sense of family immediately
3) Maturity
NDSCS
western Division
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Head Coach: Merle Johnson Starters Returning: 9 (Off: 5 Def: 4 )
Yrs Coaching: 26 Career head Coaching Record: 33-18
2015 Overall Record: 8-4 2015 division Record: 5-0
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Tyler French TE Ben C. Rain (AL) 22 rec, 274 yds, 12.5 ave, 4 TD
Keyon Thomas WR Mpls. North (MN) 5 rec, 153 yds, 30.6 ave, 2 TD
Charles Walker OL Campus Magnet (NY)
Rodolph Zleh RB Mount Pleasant (RI)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Nick White DE Royal Palm Beach (FL) 2nd Team All-Division, 52 tackles, 22 TFL,
13.5 sacks
Lajuan Ransom DE Cane Ridge (TN) H.M. All-Division, 21 tackles, 6 TFL, 6
sacks
Demetrius Johnson DB Annapolis Christian (MD) 2nd Team All-Division, 42 tackles, 3 INT
Komotay Koffie DB Knoxville Central (TN)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Lucas Uransel K Liberty (IL)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: The 2016 version of the Wildcat offense will be dependent upon how the offensive line
develops. With only one returning offensive lineman and a number of quality new comers it will
be important for the team work to come together quickly. Additionally, key positions such as QB,
RB and WR’s will need to be filled in.
Defense: The defense looks to continue being successful having a reputation of being a hard-
nosed unit. White and Ransom anchor the front, with DB Johnson roaming in the secondary. The
defense will continue utilizing mixed coverages and heavy pressure packages to keep offenses
off balanced.
Special teams: A pair of new kickers will lead the special teams. Several newcomers will
provide speed and athleticism to shift momentum.
Incoming recruiting class: A strong recruiting class covering all aspects of the game will
hopefully yield great benefits.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Finding the right combination of players to make the Offense, Defense and Special Teams work
at a high level.
northland
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Head Coach: Jim Cox Starters Returning: 5 (Off: 3 Def: 2)
Yrs Coaching: 35 Career head Coaching Record: 180-80
2015 Overall Record: 2-6 2015 division Record: 1-4
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Pierre Elysee WR Orlando (FL)
Christian Vinson WR Anthony (FL)
Kaleb Torgerson FB Thief River Falls (MN)
Kevin Evans RB Groveland (FL)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Quadarius Gordon CB Ocala (FL)
Duane Barnes CB Mounty Dora (FL)
Kevin Dawson LB Tallahassee (FL)
Paul Jackson DT Mobile (AL)
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Carter Burks P Grygla (MN)
Season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: An experienced receiving group will have to wait for the development of an all
new offensive line and QB. Great early season thus far.
Defense: Like the offense, the defense will be made up of new faces. Early practices have
been extremely encouraging.
Special teams: An excellent, returning punter will be surrounded by hustling youth.
Incoming recruiting class: A very talented group. The interim staff and returning staff
recruited well.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Discipline
2) How fast the freshmen mature
3) Getting off to a quality start
western Division
ridgewater
western Division
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Head Coach: Lloyd Danzeisen Starters Returning: 6 (Off: 3 Def: 3)
Yrs Coaching: 43 Career head Coaching Record: 108-104
2015 Overall Record: 4-5 2015 division Record: 3-2
PROJECTED Top OFFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
CJ Borlies QB Pequot Lakes (MN)
Chance Krumwiede OG Hutchinson (MN) 2nd Team All-Division
T’ummie Sankey RB Jefferson Davis (AL)
Yohanna Shokai RB Lincoln (NE)
PROJECTED Top DEFENSIVE Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
Brandon Brice S Hazelwood East (MO) 1st Team All-Division, 4 INT, 4 TD
Tavaris Bushner CB Buchtel (OH) 1st Team All-Division, 4 INT
Jaquon Cogshell CB Brainerd (MN) 2nd Team All-Division
PROJECTED Top SPECIAL TEAM Players:
Name Pos H.S./ COLLEGE Supporting Statistics/Info
CJ Borlies K/P Pequot Lakes (MN)
season prOSPECTUS:
Offense: A very young unit, however, a new group of wide receivers shows promise. The
running game looks solid and two QB are battling for the starting role.
DEFENSE: Three quality DB return and the new players have looked solid. The linebackers
will be more athletic than in 2015 and overall the defense will be quicker.
Special teams: A new kicker/punter that has showed good skills. The return game look solid.
Incoming recruiting class: The 2016 squad has more speed and athleticism than a year
ago.
Key to Success in 2016:
1) Stay healthy
2) A young offensive group will have to learn how execute at a high level quickly