Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Golden Eagle Football program announced today that 16 players have committed to play for the Golden Eagles during the 2011 season. (At release time)

This is the inaugural recruiting class for Coach Moller and his coaching staff. Moller states, "We have had a tremendous start to the 2011 season with the commitment of these student-athletes.  Our players and assistant coaches have done a great job recruiting and representing the University of Minnesota, Crookston." He adds, "We are able to attract such talented individuals because this university, OUR UNIVERSITY, has the right people reaching out to help at every turn.  The staff would like to send a special thank you to all the faculty, athletics directors, food service members and admissions staff that freely gave up their weekends in support of our recruiting efforts.  The recruiting process is never-ending at the Division II level and we will continue to search for additional student-athletes to join this fine group of recruits."

The Golden Eagle Football program will hold a meet & greet at the Crookston Eagles Club this evening, Wednesday, February 2. The event begins at 5:30 p.m.

The meet & greet will be held in conjunction with today's National Signing Day. The coaches will answer questions, talk about the 2011 signing class and have a video presentation featuring the signees. Appetizers will be served and the event is open to all Golden Eagle fans.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

All signees are contingent upon admission to the University of Minnesota, Crookston and compliance with NCAA rules, including certification by the NCAA Eligibility Center.


2011 Golden Eagle Football Commitments

Brody Davidson #61
Davidson is a 6'1, 210 lb, linebacker from Crookston High School in Crookston, Minn.  He was recognized as an All-State selection as a junior and senior. Brody broke the Pirate record for career tackles being involved in 130 stops over the course of his career at Crookston High School.   He was a two-year captain for Head Coach Chris Trostad's Pirates, and the first athlete at Crookston to start as a freshman.   In wrestling, he is currently undefeated at 27-0.  Brody will play linebacker and plans to major in psychology at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Mike and Vicky Davidson.

Justin Emmerich #4
Emmerich is a 6'2, 175 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn.  He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference selection as a junior and senior. The Huskies reached the Section Finals in 2010 finishing with 8-2 season mark under Head Coach Rich Wilkie.  Justin will play outside linebacker and plans to major in biology or business at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.

Ryan Emmerich #42
Emmerich is a 6'0, 210 lb, outside linebacker from Andover High School in Andover, Minn. where he was a three-year starter. In 2010, Ryan was voted Defensive MVP by his teammates and was also recognized as an All-Conference selection. As a junior, Ryan, captured Honorable Mention All-Conference honors.  He was part of the eight win campaign at Andover being selected as Defensive Player of the Game on three occasions where the Rich Wilkie led Huskies reached the Section Finals before falling to Blaine High School. Ryan ranks among the Career Sack Leaders for the Huskies at Andover.  Rated by Rivals.com as one of the top 20 Linebackers in Minnesota, he will play outside linebacker and plans to major in business or health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Larry and Karen Emmerich.

Greg Lofquist  #33
Lofquist is a 6'1, 220 lb, defensive end from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn.  In 2010, he was voted team captain by his teammates and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. He was three-year starter for Head Coach Chad Sexauer.  Greg finished as the runner-up for Classic Suburban Conference Defensive Player of the Year based on a vote of league coaches.  South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school's last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years.  Greg will play linebacker and plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Walter and Deb Lofquist.

Drew Selvestra #91
Selvestra is a 6'2, 230 lb, defensive lineman from Eagan High School in Eagan, Minn. where he played for Head Coach Rick Sutton. He was one of the statistical leaders of an outstanding Eagan Wildcat defense this fall with 58 tackles, three fumble recoveries, and two deflected passes.  Drew was selected as the player of the game in Eagan's Section win over Henry Sibley. The Wildcats reached the Section Finals before losing to Cretin-Derham Hall. A member of the National Honor Society at Eagan, Drew will play defensive line and plans to major in biology or criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.   He is the son of John and Jennifer Selvestra.  His Father, John, played football for the Gophers at the Twin Cities campus.

Sam Smith #75
Smith is a 6'3, 265 lb, offensive lineman from South St. Paul High School in South St. Paul, Minn.  A three-year starter for the Packers he was voted team captain by his teammates this fall and also earned All-Conference and Honorable Mention All-State honors. South St. Paul won the Classic Suburban Conference title this fall finishing with a 10-1 mark. The school's last conference championship had been in 1966 a span of 44 years.  Sam was a three year fixture in the middle at Center for the Packers under the direction of Head Coach Chad Sexauer. Sam will play offensive line and plans to major in communication at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Dennis and Peggy Smith.

Grant Lokken #81
Lokken is a 6'4 210 lb, wide receiver from North High School in Eau Claire, Wis.  In 2009, he earned All-City and Honorable Mention All-Conference honors competing in the Big Rivers Conference featuring many of the top football schools in western Wisconsin. Grant played for Head Coach Ben King at North. He will play wide receiver and plans to major in criminal justice at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Paul and Carla Lokken.

Antonio Baker #37
Baker is a 6'1, 205 lb, linebacker from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga.  In 2010, he received the team's Outstanding Linebacker Award and Iron Trojan Award.  Antonio also earned 2nd Team All-Area honors for Head Coach Rayvan Teague's Trojans.  Baker's team finished as the state runner up in Georgia, Class AAA in 2010.  He recorded 73 tackles this past fall including 26 unassisted stops.  In addition, Antonio had eight tackles for loss and recovered a fumble in 13 games. He missed two games with a high ankle sprain. Antonio will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on his major. He is the son of James and Tijuana Cooley.

A.J. Barge #6
Barge is a 6'3, 190 lb, quarterback from Carrollton High School in Carrollton, Ga.  In 2010, he was named Permanent Team Captain and received the team's Iron Trojan Award. He also earned All-Area MVP and Honorable Mention All-State honors.  Barge's team under the guidance of Head Coach Rayvan Teague reached the State Class AAA Championship Game in 2010 and finished the season with a 14-1 record. This past fall he completed 70 % of his throws.  A.J. threw for 1,168 yards and 17 touchdowns while throwing for only four interceptions in 15 ballgames. MAXPreps had A.J. ranked 6th in Total Offense in Class AAA in Georgia. He will play quarterback and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  A.J. is the son of Cindy Barge.

Myint Maung #3
Maung is a 5'9, 170 lb, running back/kick returner from St. Paul Highland Park.  He is two-time St. Paul City Conference selection and was named to several All-State Honorable Mention teams last fall.  The Scot's under the direction of Head Coach Dave Zeitchick have enjoyed considerable success in the St. Paul City Conference including capturing the City Championship in Myint's junior season.  He had 1,152 yds in Total Offense last fall.  A great kick returner Maung had four touchdown returns as a senior.  Possessing great speed he placed 2nd last spring in the finals of the 100 meter dash at the Large School Minnesota State Track Meet, and placed in the finals as a freshman and sophomore.  Myint will play running back and receiver along with being involved in the kick return game, and plans to major in software engineering at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  He is the son of Patrick and Cho Hmwe Aung.

Lethzee Calderon #11
Calderon is a 6'0, 185 lb, defensive back from Eastview High School in Apple Valley,Minn.  He was an Honorable Mention All-Conference Selection in the "new" South Suburban Conference last fall.  The Lightning directed by Head Coach Kelly Sherwin finished with a 7-4 record in 2010 placing 2nd in the South Suburban and as the Section runner-up losing to eventual state runner-up Rosemount High School. Lethzee recorded 48 tackles along with three interceptions during the 2010 Lightning campaign.  He will play cornerback, and plans to major in marketing at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.  Lethzee is the son of Iris Baez.

Tyler Hansen # 21
Hansen is a 6'0, 195 lb, running back from Morris High School where he was a three-year starter. The Tigers under the direction of Head Coach Jerry Witt enjoyed an outstanding seven win season in 2010. Tyler was the West Central Conference "Player of the Year" last fall.  He is the all-time Career Rushing leader at Morris High School with over 2,700 yards.  In addition, Tyler is the first running back in Tiger history to rush for over a 1,000 yards in consecutive seasons.  He was selected to the West Central All-Area Team as a junior and a senior. Tyler served as the Tiger's team captain last fall.  He will play running back at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and plans to major in pre-veterinary medicine.  Tyler is the son of Gary and Marie Hansen.  

Tanner Dahlen #24
Dahlen is a 6'1, 205 lb, linebacker from East Grand Forks High School.  He was coached by Scott Oliver at East Grand Forks. The Green Wave under Oliver's direction reached the State AAA Play-offs this fall and finished with an 8-3 record. Tanner was named the 2010 Most Valuable Defensive Player in the Heart O' Lakes Conference. In addition, he was named to the All-Grand Forks Area Team along with several All-State Teams in Minnesota. This summer Tanner has been selected to play in the North Dakota State High School All-Star game. He will play linebacker at the University of Minnesota, Crookston and is undeclared on a major.  Tanner is the son of Jim and Jody Dahlen.

Dalton Hurn
Hurn is a 5'9, 155 lb, wide receiver/defensive back from Blue Earth High School.  He was coached by Randy Kuchenmeister at Blue Earth. As a senior, he was named a team captain and Defensive Back of the Year. Dalton plans to major in golf & turf management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Elaine and Dave Hurn.

Chris Marsh
Marsh is a 5'10, 175 lb, running back/ defensive back from Anoka Ramsey Community College (Anoka High School).  He was coached by Jeff Buerkle at Anoka. Chris plans to major in health sciences at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Diane Marsh.

Ethan Olson
Olson is a 6'2, 295 lb, offensive/defensive lineman from Cook High School.  He was coached by Mark Fabish at Cook. He was named All-Conference in 2009 and 2010 and was an All-Conference Lineman MVP following the 2011 season. Ethan plans to major in wildlife management at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. He is the son of Deb and Dan Olson.

Pronunciations:
Myint- Mint
Maung- Ma-ong
Emmerich- Em-er-ick
Lokken- Lock-en


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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- University of Minnesota, Crookston Head Football Coach Chuck Moller announced today that Golden Eagle Football will hold a meet & greet at the Crookston Eagles Club on Wednesday, February 2. The event begins at 5:30 p.m.
 
The meet & greet will be held in conjunction with the 2011 National Signing Day which is also on February 2. The coaches will answer questions, talk about the 2011 signing class and have a video presentation featuring the signees. Appetizers will be served and the event is open to all Golden Eagle fans.
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).
 
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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston football program announced today that Paul Miller and Sean Knox have been added to the Golden Eagle Football staff. Miller will be the offensive coordinator while Knox will work with defensive backs. Prior to their appointments at the University of Minnesota, Crookston, Miller worked with the South St. Paul High School football team as a volunteer offensive coordinator. Knox was the defensive backs coach at Marian University in Indianapolis, Ind. before coming to UMC.

Miller has been coaching football for over 35 years. He began his career as a graduate assistant at the University of Minnesota, Morris. He has worked with the Gophers (intern on Jim Wacker's staff), was an assistant coach at the University of St. Thomas and head coach at St. Olaf College and Hamline University. Football coaching honors he has attained include, Minnesota State Football Coaches Association Coach of the Year, University of Minnesota, Morris Alumni Coach of the Year, KARE TV "Metro Coach of the Year" and Section Football Coach of the Year (7 times). Miller earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, Morris. He was a triple major in physical education/health (K-12), political science and social sciences. He received his Masters of Arts in physical education (athletic administration emphasis) from Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Knox began his coaching career at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City as a student assistant. He was the head coach at East High School in Salt Lake City before becoming the defensive backs coach at Marian University. His career highlights include coaching three All-Conference defensive backs at Marian on a secondary that was ranked third in the country in interceptions (26). Knox received his Bachelor of Science degree in political science with an emphasis in international politics and coaching.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston football program announced today that Steve LeGrand has been hired as an assistant coach working with tight ends and running backs. Legrand was the assistant football coach for the offensive line and tight ends at Valley City State University prior to his appointment at the University of Minnesota, Crookston.

Before arriving at Valley City State University, LeGrand taught physical education in the Valley City public school system. He has over four decades of experience as a head or assistant football coach including stints with NSIC rivals University of Mary, Northern State and St. Cloud State. LeGrand's coaching honors include being named the 1996 North Dakota College Athletic Conference Football Coach of the Year, a Fergus Falls Community College Hall of Fame Inductee (1995), Minnesota Section 6B Football Coach of the Year, Minnesota Community College Football Coach of the Year, and Minnesota District 22 Football Coach of the Year.

LeGrand began his education at Fergus Falls Community College. He went on to double-majored in physical education and social studies at the University of North Dakota-Ellendale. LeGrand received his master's degree in physical education from St. Cloud State University.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

 

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Crookston, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston football program announced today that Josh Hager has been hired as the new defensive coordinator with Golden Eagle Football. Hager was a linebackers coach and recruiting coordinator at Michigan Tech for the past four seasons.

"Josh is an excellent football coach with tremendous talent and work ethic. Josh's background as a position coach and recruiting coordinator for Division II programs makes him the perfect fit for us," says Head Coach Chuck Moller. "I have known Josh for his entire professional career and feel very comfortable that he will be asset to the development of this program."

Before arriving at Michigan Tech, Hager spent a season as the wide receivers coach at NCAA Division I-AA Central Connecticut State, where he helped the Blue Devils to an 8-3 record. CCSU's offense set seven school records and finished among the top 10 in the country in Division I-AA in scoring (33.0 points per game) and total offense (386.8 yards per game).

Prior to his stint at CCSU, Hager worked at the University of Mary in Bismarck, N.D., from 2003 to 2005. He coached the linebackers, defensive line and tight ends during his tenure.

Hager played quarterback at Dickinson State University for four years and began his coaching career there in 1996. He moved to Valley City State University to complete a bachelor's degree in elementary education and physical education in 1999. Hager gained a master's degree in secondary administration from the University of Mary in 2006.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Photo: Josh Hager

 

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

CROOKSTON, Minn. (December 13, 2010) -  The University of Minnesota, Crookston announced this morning that Charles "Chuck" Moller has accepted the position of head football coach for the Golden Eagles.  Coach Moller will meet with members of the Golden Eagle Football Team this morning.

"We feel fortunate to have someone of Chuck's caliber to lead our football program," said Athletic Director Steph Helgeson.  "We believe his passion for football and the accomplishments he's made over his career will enhance the experience for our student-athletes and will also help move Golden Eagle Athletics forward."

Originally from Eagle Bend, Minnesota, Moller has built a career coaching football that spans more than twenty years.  Most recently he has served as assistant football coach for Phoenix College, in Phoenix, Arizona, but he has been a member of the football coaching staff for the offensive line at Oklahoma State University (2001-2004); for the offensive line for tackles and tight ends at Stanford University in Palo Alto, California (1997-2001), where he helped coach a team to the Rose Bowl in 2000; for tight ends and kicking at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque (1991-1997); as assistant head coach at Texas State University in San Marcos (1989-1991); and at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas (1987-1989).

He also served as a graduate assistant football coach at North Dakota State University from 1985 to 1987 under then Head Football Coach Rocky Hagar.  Moller spent his first collegiate coaching season at his alma mater, the University of Minnesota, Morris.  As a college football player, he was a four-year letterman and two-time all-region player.  He was also named Academic All-American.

Moller earned his bachelor's degree in physical education, elementary through secondary, at the U of M, Morris, and pursued graduate work in athletic administration and physical education while he was at North Dakota State.  He also has experience in business as a realtor for Ridgecrest Realty in Cave Creek, Arizona.  He and his wife, Kris, have two children.

"Our athletics programs are an important part of our students' overall experience, and we believe Coach Moller can help us further establish a strong tradition for our football program," said U of M, Crookston Chancellor Charles Casey. "We look forward to having him on board."

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

Burnsville, Minn. -- The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference has announced its All-Academic Teams for the 2010 fall athletic season. To be eligible for this honor, the student-athlete must be a member of the varsity traveling team and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.20 or better. Furthermore, the athlete must have reached sophomore athletic and academic standing at her/his institution (true freshmen, red-shirt freshmen and ineligible athletic transfers are not eligible) and must have completed at least one full academic year at that institution. The Golden Eagles doubled their team members after finishing with eight on the team last fall.

Full Release can be found at:
http://www.northernsun.org/10_12_07_Fall_All-Academic.pdf

Golden Eagle Athletes Include:
Football:
Cody Brekken           Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Crookston, MN
Tim Ennis                  Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Lancaster, CA
Payton Kujava          So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Ada, MN
Keith McBride           So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Lodi, WI
Justin Overby           Jr.        Minnesota, Crookston         Langdon, ND
Brett Rice                   So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Poynette, WI
Chris Secrest            So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Hollywood, FL
Joseph Stearly         So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Blaine, MN

Soccer:
Katie Bowar              Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Moorhead, MN
Kayla Bowar             Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Moorhead, MN
Jensen Crots            So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Chesterton, IN
Megan Flynn             So.      Minnesota, Crookston         Chanhassen, MN
Anna Ogaard            Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Maple Grove, MN

Volleyball:
Janie Bauer              Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Durand, WI
Alyssa Krikke            Sr.       Minnesota, Crookston         Grand Rapids, MI
Danielle Rueter        Jr.        Minnesota, Crookston         Burlington, WI

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).
 
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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

   


(Burnsville, Minn.)- The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) has announced that three Golden Eagle Football players earned All-Conference recognition following the 2010 season. Cecil Brown (DB, 5-10, 205, So., Edison, Ga.), Cody Hendrickson (DB, 5-10, 185, Jr., Wright, Minn.) and Scott Steuck (OL, 6-6, 290, Jr., Dassel, Minn.) were all recognized as NSIC North All-Conference Honorable Mention team members.
 
Brown started in all 11 games for the Golden Eagles. He led the defense in tackles with 92 (46 solo, 46 assisted), over 30 more than the next UMC defender. The 92 tackles earned him the fourth spot on the single season tackles list. He earned 1.5 tackles for a loss, grabbed one interception for 32 yards, broke-up two passes and defended three passes.
 
Hendrickson started in all eleven games this season. He finished second on the team in tackles with 60 (43 solo, 17 assisted) and led the team with four interceptions for 81 yards. The four interceptions tied him for third place on the single season record list. He broke up four passes and defended against eight others.
 
Steuck started in all eleven games this season at the left tackle position on an offensive line that was decimated by injuries. He was the key blocker for the Golden Eagle running attack that accumulated 1,157 yards and averaged over 100 yards per game.
 
For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at www.goldeneaglesports.com.
 
The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).

(Photos L-R)- Cecil Brown, Cody Hendrickson, Scott Steuck
 
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Contact: Andrew Svec, director of communications, 218-281-8438 (asvec@umn.edu)

CROOKSTON, Minn. (November 15, 2010) - The University of Minnesota, Crookston announced today that Head Football Coach Shannon Stassen's contract has not been renewed.  Stassen had served as the head football coach for the Crookston campus since 2002.  The search for a new head football coach will begin immediately.

"While we genuinely appreciate the effort, level of commitment, and loyalty Coach Stassen has shown during his tenure, the Golden Eagle football program has not reached established goals," said Steph Helgeson, director of athletics.

U of M, Crookston Chancellor Charles Casey, D.V.M., said, "As a campus we have strived to rise to the level of competition in all our varsity sports.  While we've made progress in some areas, the football program has simply not met the goals we had set for it.  We've determined a change in leadership of the football program is the decision we need to make at this time."  Casey added, "I do want to thank Coach Stassen for his service and contributions and wish him well."

Stassen joined the U of M, Crookston football program in 1998 as an assistant coach and defensive coordinator, and he continued in that capacity through the 2001 season.  He was named interim head coach in July of 2002, and in February of 2003 he was officially named head football coach for the Golden Eagles.

Helgeson said, "There is no question Shannon has been a positive role model through some very challenging times here at the Crookston campus and in the history of UMC football.  We sincerely wish him and his family the very best."

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Contact: Mitch Bakken- Sports Information Director (218) 281-8414

(Bemidji, Minn.)- The University of Minnesota, Crookston Football team closed out the 2010 season today at Bemidji State University. The Golden Eagles also said goodbye to five seniors. Lon Garfield (QB, 6-2, 215, Sr, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands), Tim Ennis (QB, 6-2, 210, Sr, Lancaster, Calif.), Cody Brekken (DB, 5-11, 185, Sr, Crookston, Minn.), Antonio Williams (WR, 6-2, 220, Sr, West Palm Beach, Fla.) and Chris Clay (TE, 6-6, 220, Sr, Ypsilanti, Mich.) each played their final game in maroon and gold. Ennis currently ranks second in Golden Eagle Football history in pass attempts, pass completions and passing yards. Brekken accumulated 159 total tackles good for seventh in UMC football history.

Bemidji State also closed out the 2010 season with a 45-3 victory over Minnesota, Crookston. After taking a 14-3 lead into the half, the Beavers scored 31 unanswered points to take the NSIC victory.

The Golden Eagles were led by Ennis who completed 10 passes for 117 yards. Keith McBride (RB, 5-11, 195, So, Lodi, Wis.) rushed 15 times for 57 yards and a long of 17 yards. Payton Kujava (WR, 5-10, 160, Fr, Ada, Minn.) caught four passes for UMC for 46 yards with a long of 19 yards. Cecil Brown (DB, 5-10, 205, So, Edison, Ga.) led the UMC defense with a game-high 13 total tackles (5 solo, 8 assisted). Brekken finished the game with nine total tackles.

Bemidji State was led by Steven Battle who rushed 15 times for 117 yards and two touchdowns and averaged 7.8 yards per rush. Quarterback Derek Edholm completed 13 passes for 152 yards and two touchdowns. Andrew Schultz caught five passes for 49 yards. Cory Crosby and Andrew Eagan led the BSU defense with eight tackles each.

The Golden Eagles are 1-10 overall and 0-10 in NSIC play. Bemidji State advances to 7-4 overall and 6-4 in conference play.

For more information, visit the Golden Eagle Athletics website at: www.goldeneaglesports.com.  

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is an NCAA Division II Institution and a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC). The Golden Eagle Equestrian team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).


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