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Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 rosters
Contact: B.J. Harris
E-mail: director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Office: 913-602-8656
Cell: 913-602-4359
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December 15th, 2018
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Players and Coaches
Topeka High’s Alexander and Hesston’s Bauerle set to lead All-Star lineups
KANSAS- The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors would like to announce the East and West teams for the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl. These players have been invited to participate in the 46th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to be played at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas, Saturday June 8th at 7:00 pm.
The 2019 Head Coaches for Kansas Shrine Bowl are Topeka’s Walt Alexander, leading the East Team and Hesston’s Tyson Bauerle, leading the West.
The Assistant coaches for the East team are; 6A Assistant, Steve Buhler (Washburn Rural); 5A Assistant, T.J. O’Neill (Olathe West); 4A Assistant, Robert Ebenstein (Louisburg); 3A Assistant, Beau Sarwinski (Galena); 2A Assistant, Logan Wyrick (Humboldt), 1A Assistant, Caleb Wick (Jackson Heights). The East coaching staff had a combined record of 62-17 in 2018, including three Sub-State Runner-Up finishes. The East staff has a combined eight Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
Assistant coaches for the West team are; 6A Assistant, Dave Foster (Dodge City); 5A Assistant, Gary Guzman (Maize); 4A Assistant, Tom Beason (Goddard); 3A Assistant, Jamie Cruce (Pratt); 2A Assistant, Steve Wagner (Riley County); 1A Assistant, Chris Hattabaugh (Elkhart). The West Coaching staff had a combined 63-18 record in 2018, with two State Runner-Up finishes and one Sub-State Runner-Up. The staff also has a combined six Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
(Full List of Players Above)
“We are very excited about the great group of young men selected for this year’s game,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “These players and coaches now have an incredible opportunity ahead of them, one that is sure to have a lasting impact in their life.”
All Shrine Bowl events are produced and presented to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children [SHC]. SHC is a health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients' ability to pay. The 46th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl will be played Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas. Kickoff will be at 7:00 pm. Tickets and additional information are available at www.kansasshrinebowl.com or by calling 800-530-5524.
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For more information contact B.J. Harris at 913-602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
The game has been played throughout Kansas each July, host cities have included Lawrence, Manhattan, Wichita, Topeka, Hays, Emporia, Pittsburg and Dodge City. The West football team camp is held at Kansas State Polytechnic in Salina, Kansas, and the East is held at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas. The East Camp Director is Jack Call, and immediate Past President of the Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors. The West Camp Director is Steve Travis, member of the Midian Shrine in Wichita.
Beginning in 1974, the flagship event has been the East/West All-Star Football Game. As of 2017, the West leads the series with 28 wins, the EAST has 17 wins, and there has been one tie. Notable alumni include current Oakland Raiders All-Pro Wide Receiver Jordy Nelson, NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders, former Kansas State and Kansas City Chiefs Linebacker Gary Spani, former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl Champion Linebacker Mark Simoneau and many others.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansa Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5K & Walk, Junior All-Star Challenge (ages 5–14), High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
E-mail: director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Office: 913-602-8656
Cell: 913-602-4359
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 15th, 2018
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Players and Coaches
Topeka High’s Alexander and Hesston’s Bauerle set to lead All-Star lineups
KANSAS- The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors would like to announce the East and West teams for the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl. These players have been invited to participate in the 46th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to be played at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas, Saturday June 8th at 7:00 pm.
The 2019 Head Coaches for Kansas Shrine Bowl are Topeka’s Walt Alexander, leading the East Team and Hesston’s Tyson Bauerle, leading the West.
The Assistant coaches for the East team are; 6A Assistant, Steve Buhler (Washburn Rural); 5A Assistant, T.J. O’Neill (Olathe West); 4A Assistant, Robert Ebenstein (Louisburg); 3A Assistant, Beau Sarwinski (Galena); 2A Assistant, Logan Wyrick (Humboldt), 1A Assistant, Caleb Wick (Jackson Heights). The East coaching staff had a combined record of 62-17 in 2018, including three Sub-State Runner-Up finishes. The East staff has a combined eight Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
Assistant coaches for the West team are; 6A Assistant, Dave Foster (Dodge City); 5A Assistant, Gary Guzman (Maize); 4A Assistant, Tom Beason (Goddard); 3A Assistant, Jamie Cruce (Pratt); 2A Assistant, Steve Wagner (Riley County); 1A Assistant, Chris Hattabaugh (Elkhart). The West Coaching staff had a combined 63-18 record in 2018, with two State Runner-Up finishes and one Sub-State Runner-Up. The staff also has a combined six Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
(Full List of Players Above)
“We are very excited about the great group of young men selected for this year’s game,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “These players and coaches now have an incredible opportunity ahead of them, one that is sure to have a lasting impact in their life.”
All Shrine Bowl events are produced and presented to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children [SHC]. SHC is a health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients' ability to pay. The 46th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl will be played Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas. Kickoff will be at 7:00 pm. Tickets and additional information are available at www.kansasshrinebowl.com or by calling 800-530-5524.
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For more information contact B.J. Harris at 913-602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
The game has been played throughout Kansas each July, host cities have included Lawrence, Manhattan, Wichita, Topeka, Hays, Emporia, Pittsburg and Dodge City. The West football team camp is held at Kansas State Polytechnic in Salina, Kansas, and the East is held at Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas. The East Camp Director is Jack Call, and immediate Past President of the Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors. The West Camp Director is Steve Travis, member of the Midian Shrine in Wichita.
Beginning in 1974, the flagship event has been the East/West All-Star Football Game. As of 2017, the West leads the series with 28 wins, the EAST has 17 wins, and there has been one tie. Notable alumni include current Oakland Raiders All-Pro Wide Receiver Jordy Nelson, NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders, former Kansas State and Kansas City Chiefs Linebacker Gary Spani, former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl Champion Linebacker Mark Simoneau and many others.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansa Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5K & Walk, Junior All-Star Challenge (ages 5–14), High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
| For Immediate Release- Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Rosters |
| 2019 East Squad |
| 2019 West Squad |
kansas shrine bowl announces 2019 assistant coaches
Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 For Immediate Release
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Assistant Coaches
The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce the East and West Team assistant coaches for the 46th Kansas Shrine Bowl. East Head Coach Walt Alexander and West Head Coach Tyson Bauerle are pleased to welcome representatives from all six, 11-man classifications to round out two very qualified coaching staffs.
The West Team coaches will be Head Coach, Tyson Bauerle (Hesston); 6A Assistant, Dave Foster (Dodge City); 5A Assistant, Gary Guzman (Maize); 4A Assistant, Tom Beason (Goddard); 3A Assistant, Jamie Cruce (Pratt); 2A Assistant, Steve Wagner (Riley County); 1A Assistant, Chris Hattabaugh (Elkhart). The West Coaching staff had a combined 63-18 record in 2018, with two State Runner-Up finishes and one Sub-State Runner-Up. The staff also has a combined six Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
The East Team coaches will be Head Coach, Walt Alexander (Topeka); 6A Assistant, Steve Buhler (Washburn Rural); 5A Assistant, T.J. O’Neill (Olathe West); 4A Assistant, Robert Ebenstein (Louisburg); 3A Assistant, Beau Sarwinski (Galena); 2A Assistant, Logan Wyrick (Humboldt), 1A Assistant, Caleb Wick (Jackson Heights). The East coaching staff had a combined record of 62-17 in 2018, including three Sub-State Runner-Up finishes. The East staff has a combined eight Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
Head Coaches are selected by a vote of the coaching staff, camp directors, managers and trainers. Assistant coaches are invited based on their finish in the previous season and eligibility. Players selection is currently underway with final rosters set to be release during our 2nd Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl Selection Show on Saturday, December 15th at 10 a.m. The selection show will be streamed at www.kansasshrinebowl.com and www.youtube.com/kansasshrinebowl
The 46th Kansas Shrine Bowl is Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas.
West Team 6A representative Dave Foster will get to coach the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl on his home field at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City. Coach Foster lead the Red Demons to a 6-4 record in 2018 and into the second round of the 6A playoffs. Foster has a 48-40 record at Dodge City and is 114-99 overall. This will mark Foster’s second Kansas Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 1999 while at Ness city.
Maize Head Coach Gary Guzman is one of two former Kansas Shrine Bowl Head Coaches assisting in 2019. Guzman was an assistant for the West in 2007 and head coach in 2008 while at Wichita Southeast. In his 8th season with the Eagles, Coach Guzman led Maize to a 10-2 record and a Sub-State Runner-Up finish.
For the third straight year the head coach of the Goddard Lions will coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl as Tom Beason takes 2017 assistant and 2018 West Head Coach Scott Vang’s spot on staff. Coach Beason led the Lions to a 4A Runner-Up finish with a 10-3 record in his first season at the helm.
The 3A representative on the West Team will be Jamie Cruce of Pratt. Coach Cruce has turned the Greenbacks into a perennial power including a 3A State Runner-Up finish in 2018. In his six seasons in Pratt, Cruce has compiled a 42-21 record.
In 1994 the West beat the East 18-15, roaming the sidelines as a West assistant was Riley County’s Steve Wagner. Twenty-five years later, Wagner will be back on the West sideline representing 2A. Wagner’s twenty-five-year gap between Shrine Bowl’s is a record. Coach has compiled a 242-118 record in thirty-five seasons at Riley County, leading the Falcons to a State Runner-Up finish in 2018, with a 10-3 record. Wagner also served as an assistant coach in the 1988 Kansas Shrine Bowl.
In three seasons at Elkhart, Chris Hattabaugh has led the Wildcats to 23-7 record and back-to-back deep playoff runs, making it to the quarterfinals in 2018. Coach Hattabaugh brings a 50-36 overall coaching record to the West Team.
The West Team will be led by Head Coach Tyson Bauerle. This will Bauerle’s second Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 2018. In two seasons at Hesston, Bauerle has built the Swathers into a contender, finishing this season in the second round of the 3A playoffs with a 6-4 record. Bauerle is 14-8 at Hesston and 24-17 overall, beginning his career at Sterling. “I’m excited to work with so many quality coaches,” said Bauerle, “We’re looking forward to a great camp and experience.”
Washburn Rural’s Steve Buhler will bring the most Kansas Shrine Bowl experience to this year’s game, serving in four games, including one as head coach in 2008 while he was at Rossville. Coach Buhler led the Junior Blues to a 7-3 record in 2018, falling to Topeka High, led by East Head Coach Walt Alexander. Buhler is 30-27 at Washburn Rural and 150-81 overall.
If his first season as a head coach is any indication, Olathe West’s T.J. O’Neill has a bright future. In their first year of varsity football, O’Neill led Olathe’s newest school to a 5-7 record. But don’t let the record fool you, the Owls won the games that count and made it all the way to Sub-State before falling to eventual 5A Champion St. Thomas-Aquinas. O’Neill spent seven years as offensive coordinator and Associate Head Coach at Mill Valley, prior to taking over the fledgling Olathe West program.
The East 4A representative is Louisburg’s Robert Ebenstein. After serving under quality head coaches, Ebenstein has made the most of his two seasons leading the Wildcats, including a 10-1 record in 2018 and a run to the state quarterfinals. Coach Ebenstein is 16-4 while at Louisburg.
Galena’s Beau Sarwinski picked up his 100th career win with a one-yard plunge by quarterback J.C. Shelton on 4th and goal to beat Marysville in double overtime in the state quarterfinals. The win solidified Coach Sarwinski’s legacy at Galena, turning the Bulldogs into a Southeast Kansas power. Galena finished 11-1 in 2018 as Sub-State Runner-Up. This will mark Sarwinski’s second time as an East assistant, serving in 2010. Coach Sarwinski holds an overall 100-33 record.
The 2018 Season will be talked about for generations in the small southeast Kansas town of Humboldt. East Team 2A assistant Logan Wyrick is a big reason why. In four seasons in Humboldt, Wyrick has led the Cubs to a 26-15 record including their 11-1 record and a Sub-State runner-up finish in this year’s historic season.
East 1A assistant will be Caleb Wick of Jackson Heights. Wick led the Cobras to the state quarterfinals and a 9-2 record. In seven seasons at Jackson Heights Wick has compiled an impressive 48-21 record.
The East Team will be lead by Topeka High’s Walt Alexander. Coach Alexander will be coaching in his fourth Kansas Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 2005, 2015 and 2018. This past season, Alexander led the Trojans to a 9-2 record and the 6A quarterfinals in 2018. Alexander is 79-48 at Topeka High. “I couldn’t have a better group of men to work with, they all understand the importance of this game and how much it means to so many,” Alexander said of his 2019 East coaching staff. “They are excited and already working hard.”
Quick Facts
- Steve Wagner’s 25-year gap between Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching stints is the longest ever
- Galena High School, coached by East assistant Beau Sarwinski and Elkhart High School, coached by West assistant Chris Hattabaugh are 448 miles apart. Both representing extreme corners of Kansas. If we could have only had Troy and St. Francis, our map would stay up.
- East assistant Steve Buhler is among just a handful of coaches to return to the sidelines after serving as a head coach. Other include legendary Kansas coaches Larry Garman, Pittsburg; C.J. Hamilton, Silverlake; Chuck Smith, St. Mary’s-Colgan; and Bob Lisher, Lawrence Free State.
- For the second year in a row a first-year head coach has been selected to coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. T.J. O’Neill made it with Olathe West this year. Last year, Shawn Seematter of St. Mary’s-Colan made it in year one. However, I’m not sure how many coaches have made it the first year a school had varsity football. O’Neill might keep that record forever.
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansas Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For more information contact B.J. Harris at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Assistant Coaches
The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce the East and West Team assistant coaches for the 46th Kansas Shrine Bowl. East Head Coach Walt Alexander and West Head Coach Tyson Bauerle are pleased to welcome representatives from all six, 11-man classifications to round out two very qualified coaching staffs.
The West Team coaches will be Head Coach, Tyson Bauerle (Hesston); 6A Assistant, Dave Foster (Dodge City); 5A Assistant, Gary Guzman (Maize); 4A Assistant, Tom Beason (Goddard); 3A Assistant, Jamie Cruce (Pratt); 2A Assistant, Steve Wagner (Riley County); 1A Assistant, Chris Hattabaugh (Elkhart). The West Coaching staff had a combined 63-18 record in 2018, with two State Runner-Up finishes and one Sub-State Runner-Up. The staff also has a combined six Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
The East Team coaches will be Head Coach, Walt Alexander (Topeka); 6A Assistant, Steve Buhler (Washburn Rural); 5A Assistant, T.J. O’Neill (Olathe West); 4A Assistant, Robert Ebenstein (Louisburg); 3A Assistant, Beau Sarwinski (Galena); 2A Assistant, Logan Wyrick (Humboldt), 1A Assistant, Caleb Wick (Jackson Heights). The East coaching staff had a combined record of 62-17 in 2018, including three Sub-State Runner-Up finishes. The East staff has a combined eight Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching appearances.
Head Coaches are selected by a vote of the coaching staff, camp directors, managers and trainers. Assistant coaches are invited based on their finish in the previous season and eligibility. Players selection is currently underway with final rosters set to be release during our 2nd Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl Selection Show on Saturday, December 15th at 10 a.m. The selection show will be streamed at www.kansasshrinebowl.com and www.youtube.com/kansasshrinebowl
The 46th Kansas Shrine Bowl is Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at 7 p.m. at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas.
West Team 6A representative Dave Foster will get to coach the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl on his home field at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City. Coach Foster lead the Red Demons to a 6-4 record in 2018 and into the second round of the 6A playoffs. Foster has a 48-40 record at Dodge City and is 114-99 overall. This will mark Foster’s second Kansas Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 1999 while at Ness city.
Maize Head Coach Gary Guzman is one of two former Kansas Shrine Bowl Head Coaches assisting in 2019. Guzman was an assistant for the West in 2007 and head coach in 2008 while at Wichita Southeast. In his 8th season with the Eagles, Coach Guzman led Maize to a 10-2 record and a Sub-State Runner-Up finish.
For the third straight year the head coach of the Goddard Lions will coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl as Tom Beason takes 2017 assistant and 2018 West Head Coach Scott Vang’s spot on staff. Coach Beason led the Lions to a 4A Runner-Up finish with a 10-3 record in his first season at the helm.
The 3A representative on the West Team will be Jamie Cruce of Pratt. Coach Cruce has turned the Greenbacks into a perennial power including a 3A State Runner-Up finish in 2018. In his six seasons in Pratt, Cruce has compiled a 42-21 record.
In 1994 the West beat the East 18-15, roaming the sidelines as a West assistant was Riley County’s Steve Wagner. Twenty-five years later, Wagner will be back on the West sideline representing 2A. Wagner’s twenty-five-year gap between Shrine Bowl’s is a record. Coach has compiled a 242-118 record in thirty-five seasons at Riley County, leading the Falcons to a State Runner-Up finish in 2018, with a 10-3 record. Wagner also served as an assistant coach in the 1988 Kansas Shrine Bowl.
In three seasons at Elkhart, Chris Hattabaugh has led the Wildcats to 23-7 record and back-to-back deep playoff runs, making it to the quarterfinals in 2018. Coach Hattabaugh brings a 50-36 overall coaching record to the West Team.
The West Team will be led by Head Coach Tyson Bauerle. This will Bauerle’s second Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 2018. In two seasons at Hesston, Bauerle has built the Swathers into a contender, finishing this season in the second round of the 3A playoffs with a 6-4 record. Bauerle is 14-8 at Hesston and 24-17 overall, beginning his career at Sterling. “I’m excited to work with so many quality coaches,” said Bauerle, “We’re looking forward to a great camp and experience.”
Washburn Rural’s Steve Buhler will bring the most Kansas Shrine Bowl experience to this year’s game, serving in four games, including one as head coach in 2008 while he was at Rossville. Coach Buhler led the Junior Blues to a 7-3 record in 2018, falling to Topeka High, led by East Head Coach Walt Alexander. Buhler is 30-27 at Washburn Rural and 150-81 overall.
If his first season as a head coach is any indication, Olathe West’s T.J. O’Neill has a bright future. In their first year of varsity football, O’Neill led Olathe’s newest school to a 5-7 record. But don’t let the record fool you, the Owls won the games that count and made it all the way to Sub-State before falling to eventual 5A Champion St. Thomas-Aquinas. O’Neill spent seven years as offensive coordinator and Associate Head Coach at Mill Valley, prior to taking over the fledgling Olathe West program.
The East 4A representative is Louisburg’s Robert Ebenstein. After serving under quality head coaches, Ebenstein has made the most of his two seasons leading the Wildcats, including a 10-1 record in 2018 and a run to the state quarterfinals. Coach Ebenstein is 16-4 while at Louisburg.
Galena’s Beau Sarwinski picked up his 100th career win with a one-yard plunge by quarterback J.C. Shelton on 4th and goal to beat Marysville in double overtime in the state quarterfinals. The win solidified Coach Sarwinski’s legacy at Galena, turning the Bulldogs into a Southeast Kansas power. Galena finished 11-1 in 2018 as Sub-State Runner-Up. This will mark Sarwinski’s second time as an East assistant, serving in 2010. Coach Sarwinski holds an overall 100-33 record.
The 2018 Season will be talked about for generations in the small southeast Kansas town of Humboldt. East Team 2A assistant Logan Wyrick is a big reason why. In four seasons in Humboldt, Wyrick has led the Cubs to a 26-15 record including their 11-1 record and a Sub-State runner-up finish in this year’s historic season.
East 1A assistant will be Caleb Wick of Jackson Heights. Wick led the Cobras to the state quarterfinals and a 9-2 record. In seven seasons at Jackson Heights Wick has compiled an impressive 48-21 record.
The East Team will be lead by Topeka High’s Walt Alexander. Coach Alexander will be coaching in his fourth Kansas Shrine Bowl, serving as an assistant in 2005, 2015 and 2018. This past season, Alexander led the Trojans to a 9-2 record and the 6A quarterfinals in 2018. Alexander is 79-48 at Topeka High. “I couldn’t have a better group of men to work with, they all understand the importance of this game and how much it means to so many,” Alexander said of his 2019 East coaching staff. “They are excited and already working hard.”
Quick Facts
- Steve Wagner’s 25-year gap between Kansas Shrine Bowl coaching stints is the longest ever
- Galena High School, coached by East assistant Beau Sarwinski and Elkhart High School, coached by West assistant Chris Hattabaugh are 448 miles apart. Both representing extreme corners of Kansas. If we could have only had Troy and St. Francis, our map would stay up.
- East assistant Steve Buhler is among just a handful of coaches to return to the sidelines after serving as a head coach. Other include legendary Kansas coaches Larry Garman, Pittsburg; C.J. Hamilton, Silverlake; Chuck Smith, St. Mary’s-Colgan; and Bob Lisher, Lawrence Free State.
- For the second year in a row a first-year head coach has been selected to coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. T.J. O’Neill made it with Olathe West this year. Last year, Shawn Seematter of St. Mary’s-Colan made it in year one. However, I’m not sure how many coaches have made it the first year a school had varsity football. O’Neill might keep that record forever.
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansas Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For more information contact B.J. Harris at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
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Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2019 Head Coaches
Alexander and Bauerle selected to lead Shrine Bowl squads
Thursday, September 27th, 2018
***** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *****
The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce the selection of Hesston’s Tyson Bauerle and Topeka High’s Walt Alexander to be the Head Coaches for the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl, to be held Saturday, June 8th in Dodge City. Bauerle will lead the West and Alexander the East.
A 1980 graduate of Beloit High School, Alexander is entering his 29th year as a head football coach. While at Beloit, Walt was part of three football state championships for the Trojans. A graduate of Kansas State University, Alexander player two years for the Wildcats and served one year as a student assistant before beginning his coaching career. In 2006, Alexander took over as the Head Coach at Topeka High, building them into a consistent program in 6A. The Trojans are currently 3-1 and ranked in the top 5. This will be this 4th time coaching in the Kansas Shrine Bowl, first as the head coach. After previous stints as a Shrine Bowl assistant, Alexander decided to become a Shriner and is a member of the Arab Shrine Center based in Topeka.
“I am extremely honored and blessed to be selected as Head Coach for the East Team, nothing I have done in my coaching career is more important and meaningful, said Alexander” “The passion and heart that goes into this event each year to help raise money for the kids and Shriners Hospitals for Children is truly amazing and what inspired me to become a member of the Shrine.”
Walt and his wife Tamara have five children and four grandchildren. His son Blake Alexander was an East All-Star in 2005 and son Tanner Mathias played for the East this past year.
A Nickerson, Kansas native, Tyson Bauerle is a 2003 graduate of Nickerson High School, where he was a three sport athlete. As a baseball player at his alma mater, Tabor College, Bauerle earned NAIA Academic All-American honors and 2nd Team All KCAC Utility Infielder in 2007. From Tabor, Bauerle began his coaching career at Sterling High School, serving as the strength coach and head softball coach. He joined the football program as an assistant in 2013 and was elevated to head coach in 2015. Bauerle helped the Black Beas snap a ten-game losing streak and compiled a 10-10 record. In 2017, Bauerle was named the head football coach at Hesston High School. In his first season, Bauerle led the Swathers to an 8-4 record and Regional Championship. “I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the West team in the Shrine Bowl this June,” Said Bauerle. “To have the chance to coach some of the best players in the state in such a meaningful game, on and off the field, is something I look forward to. Being able to experience the meaning behind the game last summer certainly had an impact.” Tyson and his wife Melissa have two children, Maya (8) and Maddux (6).
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansas Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For More Information Contact B.J. Harris, Executive Director at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce the selection of Hesston’s Tyson Bauerle and Topeka High’s Walt Alexander to be the Head Coaches for the 2019 Kansas Shrine Bowl, to be held Saturday, June 8th in Dodge City. Bauerle will lead the West and Alexander the East.
A 1980 graduate of Beloit High School, Alexander is entering his 29th year as a head football coach. While at Beloit, Walt was part of three football state championships for the Trojans. A graduate of Kansas State University, Alexander player two years for the Wildcats and served one year as a student assistant before beginning his coaching career. In 2006, Alexander took over as the Head Coach at Topeka High, building them into a consistent program in 6A. The Trojans are currently 3-1 and ranked in the top 5. This will be this 4th time coaching in the Kansas Shrine Bowl, first as the head coach. After previous stints as a Shrine Bowl assistant, Alexander decided to become a Shriner and is a member of the Arab Shrine Center based in Topeka.
“I am extremely honored and blessed to be selected as Head Coach for the East Team, nothing I have done in my coaching career is more important and meaningful, said Alexander” “The passion and heart that goes into this event each year to help raise money for the kids and Shriners Hospitals for Children is truly amazing and what inspired me to become a member of the Shrine.”
Walt and his wife Tamara have five children and four grandchildren. His son Blake Alexander was an East All-Star in 2005 and son Tanner Mathias played for the East this past year.
A Nickerson, Kansas native, Tyson Bauerle is a 2003 graduate of Nickerson High School, where he was a three sport athlete. As a baseball player at his alma mater, Tabor College, Bauerle earned NAIA Academic All-American honors and 2nd Team All KCAC Utility Infielder in 2007. From Tabor, Bauerle began his coaching career at Sterling High School, serving as the strength coach and head softball coach. He joined the football program as an assistant in 2013 and was elevated to head coach in 2015. Bauerle helped the Black Beas snap a ten-game losing streak and compiled a 10-10 record. In 2017, Bauerle was named the head football coach at Hesston High School. In his first season, Bauerle led the Swathers to an 8-4 record and Regional Championship. “I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the West team in the Shrine Bowl this June,” Said Bauerle. “To have the chance to coach some of the best players in the state in such a meaningful game, on and off the field, is something I look forward to. Being able to experience the meaning behind the game last summer certainly had an impact.” Tyson and his wife Melissa have two children, Maya (8) and Maddux (6).
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansas Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For More Information Contact B.J. Harris, Executive Director at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces Future host sites
Topeka, Hutchinson and Pittsburg set to host Shrine Bowl in 2020, 2021, 2022
September 24th, 2018
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce it has selected three future game sites for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 Kansas Shrine Bowl. On Saturday, September 21st, the Board of Directors heard presentations from six potential hosts. The three future sites are Topeka and Washburn University in 2020, Hutchinson and Hutchinson Community College in 2021 and Pittsburg and Pittsburg State University in 2022. “We are very excited about all these future sites and humbled by the interest from other great Kansas communities,” said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “We believe awarding these bids for several years in advance will make for a better game day experience and lead to growth in our long-term corporate support.”
Scheduled for July 18th, 2020, Topeka will be hosting for the Kansas Shrine Bowl for the sixth time, first hosting the event in 1988. “Washburn University’s Yager Stadium at Moore Bowl will be a great backdrop for our game, with a true All-Star environment,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “We’re thrilled to welcome the Kansas Shrine Bowl back to Topeka for the first time since 2013,” said Mike Bell, V.P. of Sales for Visit Topeka. “It provides a great opportunity to host students and athletes in the capital city and we hope they’ll take full advantage of all Topeka has to offer.”
Hutchinson will host the Kansas Shrine Bowl for the first time on June 26th, 2021. No stranger to big sporting events, Hutchinson has been the home of the NJCAA Men’s Basketball tournament for more than 70 years. Gowans Stadium at Hutchinson Community College, which will serve as the game site, has hosted multiple junior college bowl games and KSHSAA State Championships. “We couldn’t be more excited to hear the news that Hutchinson was selected as the host City for the 2021 Kansas Shrine Bowl. A lot of collaboration and community support went into the proposal, and we’d like to especially thank the Reno County Shrine Club for all their assistance throughout this process. They were an integral part of our successful bid”, said LeAnn Cox, Vice President of Operations and Tourism for Visit Hutch. “Hutchinson prepared a terrific bid, it was clear that the city and surrounding area are eager to host our event and we’re equally excited to experience a new community,” added Harris.
The final city awarded this cycle was Pittsburg and Pittsburg State University. First hosting the game in 2002, Pittsburg has hosted every four years since, with the 2022 game being their sixth time. Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State, widely regarded as one the premiere facilities in small college football will host the game once again. “Our event in Pittsburg in 2018 was another success,” said Harris. “The community and businesses have been great supporters and the facilities are second to none.” "We are honored to be selected as the host for the 2022 Kansas Shrine Bowl," said Devin Gorman, Executive Director of the Crawford County Convention and Visitors Bureau. "Our community understands the importance of the Kansas Shrine Bowl, from the students participating in football, band, and cheer, to the ultimate goal of fundraising for Shriners Hospitals for Children. We guarantee students will have a one of a kind experience in Pittsburg, and they will take home memories that will last a lifetime.
“We are thrilled to take our game to these three cities and excited about the future of our event.” Said Harris. “We were impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment by all of the finalists and look forward to bringing the game to their communities in the near future.”
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The game has been played throughout Kansas each summer, host cities have included Lawrence, Manhattan, Wichita, Topeka, Hays, Emporia, Pittsburg and for the first time, Dodge City on June 8th, 2019.
Beginning in 1974, the flagship event has been the East/West All-Star Football Game. As of 2017, the West leads the series with 27 wins, the EAST has 17 wins, and there has been one tie. Notable alumni include current Oakland Raiders All-Pro Wide Receiver Jordy Nelson, NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders, former Kansas State and Kansas City Chiefs Linebacker Gary Spani, former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl Champion Linebacker Mark Simoneau and many others.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansa Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For More Information Contact B.J. Harris, Executive Director at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
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The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is excited to announce it has selected three future game sites for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 Kansas Shrine Bowl. On Saturday, September 21st, the Board of Directors heard presentations from six potential hosts. The three future sites are Topeka and Washburn University in 2020, Hutchinson and Hutchinson Community College in 2021 and Pittsburg and Pittsburg State University in 2022. “We are very excited about all these future sites and humbled by the interest from other great Kansas communities,” said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “We believe awarding these bids for several years in advance will make for a better game day experience and lead to growth in our long-term corporate support.”
Scheduled for July 18th, 2020, Topeka will be hosting for the Kansas Shrine Bowl for the sixth time, first hosting the event in 1988. “Washburn University’s Yager Stadium at Moore Bowl will be a great backdrop for our game, with a true All-Star environment,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “We’re thrilled to welcome the Kansas Shrine Bowl back to Topeka for the first time since 2013,” said Mike Bell, V.P. of Sales for Visit Topeka. “It provides a great opportunity to host students and athletes in the capital city and we hope they’ll take full advantage of all Topeka has to offer.”
Hutchinson will host the Kansas Shrine Bowl for the first time on June 26th, 2021. No stranger to big sporting events, Hutchinson has been the home of the NJCAA Men’s Basketball tournament for more than 70 years. Gowans Stadium at Hutchinson Community College, which will serve as the game site, has hosted multiple junior college bowl games and KSHSAA State Championships. “We couldn’t be more excited to hear the news that Hutchinson was selected as the host City for the 2021 Kansas Shrine Bowl. A lot of collaboration and community support went into the proposal, and we’d like to especially thank the Reno County Shrine Club for all their assistance throughout this process. They were an integral part of our successful bid”, said LeAnn Cox, Vice President of Operations and Tourism for Visit Hutch. “Hutchinson prepared a terrific bid, it was clear that the city and surrounding area are eager to host our event and we’re equally excited to experience a new community,” added Harris.
The final city awarded this cycle was Pittsburg and Pittsburg State University. First hosting the game in 2002, Pittsburg has hosted every four years since, with the 2022 game being their sixth time. Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State, widely regarded as one the premiere facilities in small college football will host the game once again. “Our event in Pittsburg in 2018 was another success,” said Harris. “The community and businesses have been great supporters and the facilities are second to none.” "We are honored to be selected as the host for the 2022 Kansas Shrine Bowl," said Devin Gorman, Executive Director of the Crawford County Convention and Visitors Bureau. "Our community understands the importance of the Kansas Shrine Bowl, from the students participating in football, band, and cheer, to the ultimate goal of fundraising for Shriners Hospitals for Children. We guarantee students will have a one of a kind experience in Pittsburg, and they will take home memories that will last a lifetime.
“We are thrilled to take our game to these three cities and excited about the future of our event.” Said Harris. “We were impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment by all of the finalists and look forward to bringing the game to their communities in the near future.”
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an all-star high school senior, East vs. West, football game put on each year in Kansas, by the Kansas Shrine. It is a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Hospitals for Children. The Kansas Shrine Bowl has sent over $2M to Shriners Hospitals for Children since its inception in 1973.
The game has been played throughout Kansas each summer, host cities have included Lawrence, Manhattan, Wichita, Topeka, Hays, Emporia, Pittsburg and for the first time, Dodge City on June 8th, 2019.
Beginning in 1974, the flagship event has been the East/West All-Star Football Game. As of 2017, the West leads the series with 27 wins, the EAST has 17 wins, and there has been one tie. Notable alumni include current Oakland Raiders All-Pro Wide Receiver Jordy Nelson, NFL Hall of Famer Barry Sanders, former Kansas State and Kansas City Chiefs Linebacker Gary Spani, former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and Super Bowl Champion Linebacker Mark Simoneau and many others.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl also includes the Kansas Masonic All-State Marching band camp, held annually at each host site. The week also includes the Kansa Shrine Bowl Cheer Camp, which culminates with performances at each game.
Other bowl weekend activities include, the Kansas Shrine Bowl Appreciation Banquet, the state’s largest Shrine Parade, Shriner's Hospitals for Children Free Screening Clinic, Strong Legs Run 5k, 1 Mile Walk for Love, Junior All-Star Challenge, High School Football Combine/Clinic and 4-Man Golf Scramble.
For More Information Contact B.J. Harris, Executive Director at (913) 602-4359 or email director@kansasshrinebowl.com
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Shrine Bowl partners with stormont vail health
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Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces New Partnership
Stormont Vail Health becomes Official Provider of Sports Medicine for the Kansas Shrine Bowl
The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is pleased to announce a three-year agreement to make Stormont Vail Health the “Official Provider of Sports Medicine” for the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Under the agreement physicians from Stormont Vail Health will serve as team doctors during game week activities, to ensure timely, expert care on the field.
“We are excited about this new partnership,” said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “Stormont Vail Health has a tremendous reputation and I’m excited to see the positive impact their support has on our organization.”
“The Kansas Shrine Bowl highlights some of the best athletes, cheerleaders and band members in Kansas. We are proud to support these talented young people both on and off the field,” said Randy Peterson, president and CEO of Stormont Vail Health.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an All-Star Charity Football Game taking place each summer. The event also includes a cheer camp, band camp, 5K, golf tournament, parade and more. The event includes nearly 500 high school aged participants annually with representation from across Kansas.
“Companies and organizations are starting to realize the positive impact a partnership with the Kansas Shrine Bowl can have for their business,” Added Harris. “I think this new multi-year agreement with Stormont Vail is great example of that.”
The 2018 Kansas Shrine Bowl will take place on July 28th at 7 p.m. at Carnie Smith Stadium in Pittsburg, Kansas. Tickets and event information can be found at www.kansasshrinebowl.com.
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For information contact B.J. Harris at (913) 602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces New Partnership
Stormont Vail Health becomes Official Provider of Sports Medicine for the Kansas Shrine Bowl
The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors is pleased to announce a three-year agreement to make Stormont Vail Health the “Official Provider of Sports Medicine” for the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Under the agreement physicians from Stormont Vail Health will serve as team doctors during game week activities, to ensure timely, expert care on the field.
“We are excited about this new partnership,” said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “Stormont Vail Health has a tremendous reputation and I’m excited to see the positive impact their support has on our organization.”
“The Kansas Shrine Bowl highlights some of the best athletes, cheerleaders and band members in Kansas. We are proud to support these talented young people both on and off the field,” said Randy Peterson, president and CEO of Stormont Vail Health.
The Kansas Shrine Bowl is an All-Star Charity Football Game taking place each summer. The event also includes a cheer camp, band camp, 5K, golf tournament, parade and more. The event includes nearly 500 high school aged participants annually with representation from across Kansas.
“Companies and organizations are starting to realize the positive impact a partnership with the Kansas Shrine Bowl can have for their business,” Added Harris. “I think this new multi-year agreement with Stormont Vail is great example of that.”
The 2018 Kansas Shrine Bowl will take place on July 28th at 7 p.m. at Carnie Smith Stadium in Pittsburg, Kansas. Tickets and event information can be found at www.kansasshrinebowl.com.
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For information contact B.J. Harris at (913) 602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com
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Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2018 Players and Coaches
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December 27th, 2017
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2018 Players and Coaches
Nemaha Central’s Seitz and Goddard’s Vang set to lead All-Star lineups
KANSAS- The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors would like to announce the East and West teams for the 2018 Kansas Shrine Bowl. These players have been invited to participate in the 45th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to be played at Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State University on July 28th, 2018 at 7:00 pm.
The 2018 Head Coaches for Kansas Shrine Bowl are Nemaha Central’s Warren Seitz, leading the East Team and Goddard’s Scott Vang, leading the West. Both coaches will bring a unique perspective into this year’s game, as both competed in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Warren Sietz played for the East in the 1981 game representing Topeka West and Scott Vang played for the West as a graduate of Wichita Northwest. “There are players from every level and they get the chance to shine at the Kansas Shrine Bowl,” said Coach Seitz. “That’s one of the many things that makes this such a special game.”
The Assistant coaches for the East team are; Walt Alexander, Topeka High; Tom Nickelson, Pittsburg; Mark Smith, Frontenac; Garrett Michael, Sabetha and Shawn Seematter, St. Mary’s-Colgan (Pittsburg). Assistant coaches for the West team are; Steve Martin, Wichita Northwest; Dusty Trail, Bishop Carroll; Tim Lambert, Smoky Valley; Tyson Bauerle, Hesston; Darren Sasse, Smith Center.
“We are very excited about the great group of young men selected for this year’s game,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “These players and coaches now have an incredible opportunity ahead of them, one that is sure to have a lasting impact in their life.”
All Shrine Bowl events are produced and presented to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children [SHC]. SHC is a health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients' ability to pay.
The 45th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl will be played Saturday, July 28th, 2018, in Pittsburg, Kansas, at Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State University. Kickoff will be at 7:00 pm. Tickets and additional information are available at www.kansasshrinebowl.com or by calling 800-530-5524.
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For more information contact B.J. Harris at 913-602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com
E-mail: director@kansasshrinebowl.com
Office: 913-602-8656
Cell: 913-602-4359
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December 27th, 2017
Kansas Shrine Bowl Announces 2018 Players and Coaches
Nemaha Central’s Seitz and Goddard’s Vang set to lead All-Star lineups
KANSAS- The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors would like to announce the East and West teams for the 2018 Kansas Shrine Bowl. These players have been invited to participate in the 45th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl to be played at Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State University on July 28th, 2018 at 7:00 pm.
The 2018 Head Coaches for Kansas Shrine Bowl are Nemaha Central’s Warren Seitz, leading the East Team and Goddard’s Scott Vang, leading the West. Both coaches will bring a unique perspective into this year’s game, as both competed in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Warren Sietz played for the East in the 1981 game representing Topeka West and Scott Vang played for the West as a graduate of Wichita Northwest. “There are players from every level and they get the chance to shine at the Kansas Shrine Bowl,” said Coach Seitz. “That’s one of the many things that makes this such a special game.”
The Assistant coaches for the East team are; Walt Alexander, Topeka High; Tom Nickelson, Pittsburg; Mark Smith, Frontenac; Garrett Michael, Sabetha and Shawn Seematter, St. Mary’s-Colgan (Pittsburg). Assistant coaches for the West team are; Steve Martin, Wichita Northwest; Dusty Trail, Bishop Carroll; Tim Lambert, Smoky Valley; Tyson Bauerle, Hesston; Darren Sasse, Smith Center.
“We are very excited about the great group of young men selected for this year’s game,” Said B.J. Harris, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “These players and coaches now have an incredible opportunity ahead of them, one that is sure to have a lasting impact in their life.”
All Shrine Bowl events are produced and presented to benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children [SHC]. SHC is a health care system of 22 hospitals dedicated to improving the lives of children by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients' ability to pay.
The 45th Annual Kansas Shrine Bowl will be played Saturday, July 28th, 2018, in Pittsburg, Kansas, at Carnie Smith Stadium on the campus of Pittsburg State University. Kickoff will be at 7:00 pm. Tickets and additional information are available at www.kansasshrinebowl.com or by calling 800-530-5524.
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For more information contact B.J. Harris at 913-602-4359 or director@kansasshrinebowl.com