IFCA Journal Podcast

Coach John Olson's BioGladbrook-Reinbeck: HC2 -State ChampionshipState Semifinals: 2023, 2024, 2025District Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearState Coach of The YearMarried to Cindy and they have 4 wonderful children.Contact Information

Coach Wieland's BioIC High Grad.IC Regina-5 yearsIC Liberty -OC/QB CoachState Finals (2025)2025 Broyles Award Winner-Top AssistantMarried to Madi. They have 2 little girls. Contact Information

Coach Don Hicks BioStanton-Head Football (42 years)33 years Basketball30 years Track25 years BaseballState Championship-2007Hall of Famer in Football and BasketballEberly Family Legacy Award (KMA)KMA-Hall of FameStadium Field named-Don Hicks FieldState Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearDistrict Coach of The YearRegional Athletic Director of The YearIowa Shrine Bowl CoachMarried to Linda (58 years), 2 kids, 3 grandkids, 2 great grandkids. Contact [email protected]

Coach Marty Wadle's BioDowling Catholic (Fresh Coach)Bish Garrigan (1992)2-State TitlesState Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearDistrict Coach of The Year(Track Coach)IFCA Board/ Chair-2016Iowa Shrine Boach Head Coach-2026 (Asst. 09)32 years married with 2 childrenContact [email protected]

Coach Mike Mertes BioKuemper Catholic (17 years)2 State ChampionshipsAssistant Coach of The YearSeveral All-State and All-District PlayersWife Jackie and 4 amazing kids.Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Tyrone Tyler's BioD1 Apex Performance Coach-RB/WR'sDowling Catholic JV Head Coach/WR CoachDM Hoover/DM East- Head FootballDes Moines Blaze: President/Head CoachIowa Barnstormers: Player/CoachCollege Gridiron Showcase Scout/Coach: 11 yearsDowling Catholic Hall of Fame AthleteAll-State and All-Conference HonorsState Championship-Dowling Catholic

(Coach Gordon shares his 5 Lessons of Leadership from his book)Coach Todd Gordon's BioIowa BoundAthletic DirectorTreynorCarlisleRooseveltGreen CountyRetired Athletic DirectorPresident of The Athletic Director AssociationHall of Fame Athletic Director-2022Married 42 years, 3 children and 6 grandchildrenCoach Todd Gordon has written 4 BooksMade New: A Teen's Journey Toward a Life God BlessesMade New: Living the Life God BlessesThe Power of One: One Word Leadership 16 Words to Being a Better Leader13,504: Lessons in Leadership, Faith, and the Moments That MatterContact [email protected] 

Coach Kelvin Bell's BioIowa City ReginaCornell CollegeWayne State UniversityTrinity International CollegeIowa University(Bill Walsh Minority Coaching Fellowship-Vikings, Giants, Dolphins, Bengals)Several All-American, All Big Ten Conference Players, NFL Draft PicksWife Natalee and son. Contact Information

Coach John Beck's BioMontezuma: Head Coach (6 years)District Coach of The YearPlayoffs (5 years)Married to Morgan and they have 3 boys.Fun Fact: Most Points scored in a playoff game 112-93Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Cory Faust's BioAHSTGlenwood (14 years)Playoffs 7 years2x Regional Coach of The YearDes Moines Register All-Iowa Girls Track and Field Coach of the Year (2019)Shrine Bowl Head Coach (2026)IFCA Board President

Coach Aundra Meeks BioWaterloo Columbus Catholic H.S. (Head Coach)District TitlesState Championship-2004(FIRST ONLY AFRICAN AMERICAN HEAD COACH TO WIN A STATE TITLE)IFCA Board President (First African American)IFCA Playoff Committee Chair District Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearState Coach of The YearNational High School Coaches Associates Award WinnerNational Coach of The YearShrine Bowl Coach"Known for his faith, strength, and ability to give back."Husband to Sarah and 3 amazing young ladies

Coach Lonnie Moore's BioDear Field, IllinoisWaterloo West (17 Years)Ed Thomas Coach of The WeekDistrict Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearShrine Bowl Coach6x Playoff AppearancesCoach Moore's Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Rich Mayson's Bio5 College Coaches AssignmentsOttumwa: Head CoachCardinal: OC/Head CoachOttumwa: Offensive CoordinatorHead Girls Track Coach"Coach Mayson is one of several African Americans to make an impact in our state. " Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Will Thornton's BioCedar FallsValley H.S. (Defensive Coordinator)5x State Football ChampionDistrict Championship5A Assistant Coach of The YearFort Dodge Alum (All-State QB)Husband to Michelle, 4 kids, and 3 grandchildren."A true pioneer of our sport."Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Tom Wilson's BioEnglish ValleyWiltonDikeDowling Catholic (21 Years)Hall of Fame CoachState Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearDistrict Coach of The YearNational Coaching Recognition Iowa Board of Directors9 State Titles(Multiple) District Championships*8 Former players continued their playing careers in the NFL or CFL. Proud Husband, father, and grandpa. Contact [email protected]

Coach Brian Wilken's BioMVAOCOUNewell-FondaRidge ViewHall of Fame CoachState Championship (2014)Regional Coach of The YearDistrict Coach of the YearState Coach of The YearIFCA Board SecretaryHusband to Pam, 5 kids, and new grandparent.Contact [email protected]

Coach Al Smith's BioSt. Scholastica: Defensive Coordinator DB, LB CoachDrake University: Defensive Coordinator/LB CoachUNI: Defensive Coordinator/LB Coach"Known as a great leader of men."Contact Information:[email protected]

Coach Mike Morrissey's Bio4 Head Coaching Positions including Illinois (2x), Iowa, and Arizona.6x Coach of The Year2x Regional Coach of The Year13 Playoff AppearancesSon of Hall of Fame Football Coach Ed Morrissey of Pleasant ValleyContact Information:[email protected]

Coach Rob Luther's BioVan Meter H.S., Woodward Granger H.S. Des Moines East H.S.CMB H.S., Head Football CoachBaxter H.S., Head Football CoachAnkeny H.S., Offensive CoordinatorCoach of The Year4x District Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearAll-Area Coach of The YearPresident of The IFCA (Iowa Football Coaches Association)Committee ChairContact Information:[email protected]

Coach Jeter's BioHigh School Coach (Des Moines Area)Drake University: Asst Coach/Defensive CoordinatorCentral Missouri: Defensive CoordinatorSimpson College, Head Football CoachWaukee High School, DB CoachD1 Apex/Academy InstructorAmerican River Conference Coach of The Year (2018)First African American Head Coach at Simpson College and Among Colleges in the State of Iowa.Contact Information: (515) 537-5469Email: [email protected]

Coach Torrey's Bio:Intern at Nebraska/Worked 3 Super BowlsCoached Football and WrestlingEducator of The Week by KDSNBook: More Than the Game: Building Relationships for a Winning CultureCoaches contact Information: [email protected]

Coach Burns Bio:Head Football Coach at BGM (21 years)7x District Coach of The YearRegional Coach of The YearState Semifinals, 2012State Championship Game, 2013Contact Information: [email protected]

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