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South Dakota State University football recruiting info

South Dakota State University is a NCAA FCS program in the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) based in Brookings, South Dakota. Use this page to review coaches, recruiting actions, camps, and nearby programs in the same state.

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South Dakota NCAA FCS Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC)

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Head coaches

Coordinators

Position coaches

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Dan Jackson

Head coach

Head Coach

Emailda******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Brian Bergstrom

Defensive Coordinator/Safeties Coach

Emailbr******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Mike Bangston

Offensive Line Coach

Emailmi******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@co********

Vince Benedetto

Tight Ends Coach

Emailvi******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@co********

Luke Bengtson

Wide Receivers Coach

Emaillu******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@ld********

Zane Busekist

Linebackers Coach

Emailza******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Deontae Cooper

Running Backs Coach/Recruiting Coordinator

Emailde******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@co********

Logan Mccormick

Defensive Line Coach

Emaillo******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Marcus Mclin

Cornerbacks Coach

Emailma******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Ethan Beisner

Director of Football Operations

Emailet******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Tyler Wrice

General Manager

Emailty******@sd*****.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

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FAQs

Quick answers for families researching football programs, coaching staffs, and recruiting fit.

How many football coaches does South Dakota State University have?

South Dakota State University has 12 football coaches on staff.

What division is South Dakota State University football?

South Dakota State University competes in NCAA FCS football.

How do I contact South Dakota State University football coaches?

SCOUT provides direct email addresses for 11 of 12 coaches at South Dakota State University. You can also visit their recruiting questionnaire at https://college.jumpforward.com/questionnaire.aspx?iid=483&sportid=54.

What conference is South Dakota State University in?

South Dakota State University plays in the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC).

Does South Dakota State University offer football scholarships?

South Dakota State University competes at the FCS level where programs can offer athletic scholarships, traditionally up to 63 equivalency scholarships.

School snapshot

Academic and campus context helps families narrow down realistic football fit before sending outreach.

School type

Public

HBCU

Enrollment

9,465

Undergrad enrollment

8,403

Acceptance rate

86%

In-state cost

$12,809

ACT range

19-25

SAT math range

520-630

SAT reading range

500-615

Recruiting actions

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Questionnaire

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Athletics site

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Summer Camp

Jun 7, 2026 - Jun 15, 2026

Vermillion, South Dakota

PROSPECT CAMP

Jun 8, 2026 - Jun 18, 2026

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