Two teams searching for their first win of 2022 will meet in Mitchell, S.D., this Saturday. The Bulldogs hope for a similar result as 2021 when they defeated Dakota Wesleyan, 34-0, behind five total touchdowns from DJ McGarvie.
A rash of Northwestern turnovers helped the Bulldogs build a 10-0 lead at the half as they attempted to upset the fourth-ranked Red Raiders. The home team then dominated the final two quarters and won, 34-10, in Orange City.
On the heels of two down-to-the-wire losses to in-state GPAC rivals, the Bulldogs are preparing for the challenge of playing at No. 4 Northwestern on Saturday. Concordia is looking to defeat the Red Raiders for the first time since 2016.
Despite a big day from Korrell Koehlmoos and an overall solid outing from the defense, Concordia relinquished a 17-2 lead and lost on homecoming Saturday, 21-17, to visiting Hastings. The Bulldogs slipped to 0-2 in 2022.
It's homecoming week for the Bulldogs, who had a bye week to stew on their season opening loss at Doane. Concordia will try to bounce back on Saturday when it hosts Hastings at 1 p.m. CT.
Missed red zone opportunities and the leg of Doane kicker Kelen Meyer doomed the Bulldogs to a 12-10 loss in Crete on Saturday (Sept. 3) evening. Michael Grindey paced the Concordia defense with 13 tackles and a forced fumble.
The 67th all-time meeting between Concordia and Doane will kick off the 2022 season. It will mark the start of the 95th season of Bulldog Football as Coach Daberkow's squad aims to push its series win streak to three.
Featured StoryThe program made a significant leap forward in 2021 while going 7-3 and earning a clean sweep of Nebraska GPAC rivals. However, Coach Patrick Daberkow and the Bulldogs refuse to believe they've hit their ceiling as they enter 2022.
A season after tying for third place in the GPAC standings, the Concordia Football program has been slotted in at No. 4 in the 2022 GPAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll released on Thursday (Aug. 11).
Featured StoryHe’s arguably the most talented football player to ever don Bulldog blue. In the mid-1980s, Clarence Woods took a chance on Concordia and a community he grew to love. Thirty-eight years later, the memories remain rich in his mind.
Featured StoryIt was Concordia that opened the door for Randy Pospishil to experience gridiron glory while laying the groundwork for a 47-year teaching career. Pospishil reflected on those memories as he prepares to enter the Concordia Athletics Hall of Fame.
Featured StoryClad and blue blazers and khaki pants, three Bulldog seniors exuded confidence in discussing how Concordia Football will follow up a successful '24 season. Coach Daberkow and three Bulldogs spoke at the media day event.
Featured StoryAt just 12 years old, Cleve Wester aspired to play in the NFL and live a life of service caring for underprivileged children and families. With the help of four years at Concordia, Wester accomplished his goals.
Featured StorySouthwest of Seward, Blake Schlegel grew up on a farm. He didn't know it then, but he was everything Patrick Daberkow and his staff were looking for. Down to Earth. Blue collar. Hard-working. And a fun personality.
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After saying goodbye to a successful senior class, the Bulldogs began to answer questions this spring about what the 2025 team will look like. There will be a new QB and a host of new starters up front for Coach Daberkow's squad.
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For Head Coach Patrick Daberkow and 15 Concordia Football student-athletes, spring break was more about service than fun. The Bulldogs spent it rebuilding an LCMS camp devasted by Hurricane Helene.
Featured StoryThe 2024 Concordia Football team was the best that Coach Patrick Daberkow has ever been around. The Bulldogs went 8-2 and rewrote the program's offensive record books behind quarterback DJ McGarvie.
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After four-straight weeks of knocking on the door as a “receiving votes” team, Concordia Football has cracked the NAIA top 25. The Bulldogs landed at No. 23 while earning a top 25 ranking for the first time since 2017.
Featured StoryThough his football coaching career may be ending, Coach Meyer’s love for Jesus, family and Bulldog Football is eternal. "Mr. Concordia" leaves a legacy of service as a mentor to Bulldogs past and present.
Featured StoryNames like DJ McGarvie, Austin Jablonski and Mark Arp have earned well-deserved headlines, but the work of the big guys up front has been just as critical for Concordia Football. The Bulldogs' veteran lines have become a force.
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