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University of Nebraska at Kearney football recruiting info

University of Nebraska at Kearney is a NCAA D2 program in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) based in Kearney, Nebraska. Use this page to review coaches, recruiting actions, camps, and nearby programs in the same state.

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Ryan Held

Head coach

Head Coach / Quarterbacks Coach / Running Backs Coach

Emailhe***@un**.edu

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

Nate Baker

Run Game Coordinator / Offensive Line Coach

Emailba****@un**.edu

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

Tyler Harris

Offensive Coordinator / Pass Game Coordinator / Wide Receivers Coach

Emailha*****@un**.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Jake Mandelko

Special Teams Coordinator / Defensive Line Coach

Emailma******@un**.edu

X / Twitter@_c********

Tim Schaffner

Assistant Head Coach / Defensive Coordinator / Safeties Coach

Emailsc******@un**.edu

X / Twitter@ch********

Reagan Jones

Quarterbacks Coach

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X / Twitter@scout-locked

Courtney Ledyard

Defensive Line Coach

Emaille******@un**.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Ruzell Mccoy

Recruiting Coordinator / Linebackers Coach

Emailmc****@un**.edu

X / Twitter@scout-locked

Colten Gaines

Graduate Assistant / Tight Ends Coach

Emailga*****@lo****.unk.edu

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

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How many football coaches does University of Nebraska at Kearney have?

University of Nebraska at Kearney has 9 football coaches on staff.

What division is University of Nebraska at Kearney football?

University of Nebraska at Kearney competes in NCAA D2 football.

How do I contact University of Nebraska at Kearney football coaches?

SCOUT provides direct email addresses for 8 of 9 coaches at University of Nebraska at Kearney. You can also visit their recruiting questionnaire at https://lopers.com/sb_output.aspx?form=49.

What conference is University of Nebraska at Kearney in?

University of Nebraska at Kearney plays in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA).

Does University of Nebraska at Kearney offer football scholarships?

University of Nebraska at Kearney competes in Division II, where football programs can offer athletic scholarships, typically up to 36 equivalency scholarships.

School snapshot

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School type

Public

HBCU

Enrollment

5,021

Undergrad enrollment

3,932

Acceptance rate

86%

In-state cost

$14,260

ACT range

19-25

SAT math range

510-600

SAT reading range

490-600

Recruiting actions

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Athletics site

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High School Football Individual Camp

Jul 18, 2026

75.0

Cope Stadium, University of Nebraska at Kearney

High School Football Individual Camp for grades 9th - 12th. Check-In: 5:15pm - Testing to Follow Camp Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm. *Helmets and shoulder pads are strongly recommended. Camps are not refundable.

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