Register for more free articles. Ashland University Copyright 2023. He was a high school assistant coach at Triway (1990), Liberty Benton High School (1991) and at Lyndhurst Brush High School (1992-94). We are truly celebrating the loss. For Geiser, being named Eagles head coach continues a football coaching ascent that began at his alma mater, Triway High School in nearby Wooster, Ohio, in 1990. "In retrospect, I probably did too much. It adds consistency and teaching and relationships, Geiser said. "Dr. Clayton, it started with him.". As a player, Scott played with grit and determination, and his coaching was no different. A private university located in the heart of Ohio, Ashland University values and encourages student individuality. Owens becoming AFCA president very much is a full-circle moment. Following five seasons as a high school assistant at three . To this day, Martinelli is one of only 61 head football coaches at all NCAA levels to win at least 217 games. But I really think it was that particular evening with coach Cooper that the seed was planted. "The state of Ohio has always been so well represented in our association," Owens said. But hell have to settle instead for helping the Eagles to a victory in their final regular-season game at 1 p.m. Saturday against Kentucky Wesleyan and then a potential regional postseason playoff berth. This is the 54-year-old's first head coaching job at any level. TOM E. PUSKAR/ASHLAND TIMES-GAZETTE They established the culture that is Ashland football. That wont change. Geiser came to Ashland with Owens, spending the last 16 years as associate head coach, and also serving as offensive line coach, run game coordinator and pro liaison. We never practiced on a lined field until we got to North Dakota State. In the 2022-2023 season, Owens won GMAC Coach of the Year, linebacker Michael Ayers won GMAC Player of the Year, and freshman center Ethan Enders won Freshman of the Year. Our vision, my vision is to build upon the foundation laid by the (George) Donges, the (Robert) Brownsons, the (Fred) Martinellis, the (Gary) Kellers, the (Lee) Owens, and take football to heights never foreseen here. Mount Union advances to Sweet 16 of NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Tournament; Case Western Reserve, John Carroll eliminated, Mount Union advances to Sweet 16 of NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Tournament, Moving on! The tradition of Ashland football is very deep and very strong, Geiser said. "The visibility of our program is unbelievable," Martinelli said. I had a rough year in 2019 but having people around me like Brenner and the coaches, those guys build your confidence. "There's only two Division II head coaches on the board, and there's a bunch of Division II schools. They preached that 'being an Eagle' was about the pursuit of excellence in all areas of your life on the field, in the classroom, and in the community. "It's a tribute, number one, to Ashland University," Owens said. "I'm excited to introduce Doug as our head football coach," King said. NORTH CANTON The Malone Pioneers had an NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Tournament berth in their grasp with just over six minutes left. That's first and foremost. One is a [College Football]Hall of Famer. Outside of players, he coached alongside countless coaches, faculty and staff and interacted with countless fans and media members. Keller was one of only three defensive coordinators Martinelli had at Ashland, along with two other Ashland Hall of Famers,Bob StokesandJohn Valentine. Keller was 51-55 (.481) at the Ashland helm, won the Midwest Intercollegiate Football Conference title in 1997and was the MIFC Coach of the Year that season. He'll represent Ashland University with class and poise.". Ashland rallied from a 14-point deficit in the final 6:24 and beat Malone 82-78 in Saturday's Great Midwest Athletic . AU won its opening-round NCAA Division II playoff game 20-13 over Notre Dame College. Personal life [ edit] A Shelby, Ohio native, Stepsis was a member of the football team and graduated from Ashland University. Football He worked his way up from graduate assistant to tight ends coach before following his mentor to Ashland, spending his entire tenure as offensive line coach while also adding the associate head coach title in 2007. He led the Eagles in all three receiving categories, and was named to the all-G-MAC second team. During his illustrious 19-year career at Ashland University, he had the opportunity to coach an NFL talent in tight end Adam Shaheen, numerous program record-setting players and players who have defied the odds when stepping onto the football field. 15 Indiana, Pa., at Frank Cignetti Field at George P. Miller Stadium. The times are going to change. The schedule we played, the people we beat … we beat Grand Valley when Brian Kelly was the head coach two out of four years. The assistant at Michigan [Frank Maloney]got it. "Ashland fans, Ashland people care about their program," Martinelli said, "and they have strongly supported the coach and the team throughout. Geiser had been the program's interim head coach for the last month, and had been on Owens' staff every year since both came to campus prior to the 2004 season. Geiser replaces Lee Owens, who announced his retirement in December after 18 seasons. And, as announced by AU Director of AthleticsAl Kingon Tuesday (Jan. 3) afternoon, Geiser will stay home and become the program's 15thhead coach. @Ashland_Univ Football Head Coach Lee Owens has announced his retirement after 19 years leading the Eagles.Coach Owens led @AshlandFB to a 137-61 record over 18 seasons, including six NCAA D-II Playoff appearances and four Conference titles! "Our coach is a woman!" is one of the first texts I received from a friend about my 7-year-old son's soccer team this past fall. Doug's vision aligns with the goals and objectives of the department and the university. You wont see me after it.. 2 in the country, Womens basketball sits No. Ashland University's head coach Lee Owens is seen on the sideline against Notre Dame College during college football action at Jack Miller Stadium, Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. Ashland continues to have a rich tradition as a private, comprehensive institution preparing students for exciting professions . . Then, in 1959,Dr. Fred Martinelliushered in what has continued to be one of the most impressive marks of head-coaching stability in all of college football. Dec 3, 2022. This past season he led our defense to Top 10 in the nation at one point, said Owens. This will be his first head coaching job at any level. "One, where Doyt Perry, who was the Athletic Director at Bowling Green, interviewed me, asked me if he offered the job to me … what would keep me from taking a job at Bowling Green? When Martinelli retired, it was a natural fit for Keller to take over the program. Looking back, I really wasn't prepared [to leave]. And, as announced by AU Director of AthleticsAl Kingon Tuesday (Jan. 3) afternoon, Geiser will stay home and become the program's 15thhead coach. That has been a factor.". Vous pouvez modifier vos choix tout moment en cliquant sur le lien Tableau de bord sur la vie prive prsent sur nos sites et dans nos applications. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. I think (quarterback) Austin (Brenner) and he have a good connection and theyve got a lot of confidence in each other right now.. . "There have been some wins like that that you look back on. Its a combination of all of those things. 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He succeeds Lee Owens, who announced his retirement on Dec. 2 following a 19-year tenure as Eagles coach. We think every single thing we do matters; thats what we believe at Ashland. In all, Owens guided his teams to four conference titles and six playoff berths, and his 137 victories are more than any Ashland coach except Hall of Famer Fred Martinelli. 1/12/2016 ASHLAND, Ohio - AU head football coach Lee Owens is entering his 13thseason leading the Eagles in 2016, but he is adding another title to the top of his resume this year, as well. Owens spoke at a press conference in the VIP Room in the Robert Troop Center on the Ashland University campus. The position will assist the head coach in developing the overall recruiting plan and in reaching the university's target roster goal for women's soccer . He's committed to giving our student-athletes a quality experience. He snagged eight catches for 103 yards and a 31-yard touchdown in a 14-7 win over Ohio Dominican, and then had five catches for 115 yards in a 28-20 victory over Tiffin as AU improved to 7-0 overall. On Tuesday (Feb. 28) afternoon, Ashland University's women's basketball team was announced as the No. He has over 20 years of experience as a defensive coordinator at the college level . Petzing and head coach Kevin Stefanski both coached for the Minnesota Vikings before being . "The thing that separated Bill Royce 71 sacks. Other major personnel are: He helped guide Ashland High School graduate Taylor Housewright that season as the former AU quarterback was a first-team All-American, and was named GLIAC Player of the Year. Another Eagle quarterback, AU alumnus Bill Cundiff had high praise for Owens. They established the culture that is Ashland football. The Eagles at one point had the No. When you lose someone like Owens, you need time to process that. "We'll obviously have to add a coach to fill my position, but the staff will stay intact for the most part," he said. Turnbaugh, a 6-1, 215-pound senior from Barberton, has been playing his best football as an Eagle lately, achieving three consecutive 100-yard receiving games before catching four passes for 62 yards and a touchdown Saturday in a 31-23 win over Lake Erie. And the beat goes on. Hes a big part of the reason I went to Ashland, to begin with, and the program/culture that he has built at Ashland was also a big part of why I wanted to go here. That sentiment always was been evident with Doug Geiser when it comes to Ashland University and its football program. "It definitely speaks to the quality of life in Ashland, Ohio. His nine years at the helm saw the Zips post a 40-61 record (7 . "I would say that the coaches that have been a part of Ashland's proud past had a great love for not only the football program, but the types of young men that we had the opportunity to work with on a daily basis. Former Ashland University football coach Dr. Fred Martinelli was honored in 2017 with a pillar for his years of service at AU. Ashland University seeks candidates for the head football coaching position. Geiser came to Ashland with Owens, spending the last 16 years as associate head coach, and also serving as offensive line coach, run game coordinator and pro liaison. Geiser is taking over an AU team that went 10-2 overall in 2022, with its 7-1 mark capturing the Great Midwest Athletic Conference title. "There's only two Division II head coaches on the board, and there's a bunch of Division II schools. Joining the volleyball program are Fairfield outside hitter Henlie Krause, Tri-Valley outside hitter Lexi Howe and Olmsted Falls outside hitter/setter Kylee Urban. - Twelve 1,000-yard rushing seasons, the program's all-time rushing yards record has been broken, the program record for rushing yards in a season has been broken three times, the program mark for rushing yards by a freshman was beaten twice, and the AU mark for single-game rushing yards has been eclipsed twice. All Rights Reserved, Linebackers coach/freshman defensive coordinator, Offensive line coach/defensive coordinator, Offensive coordinator/offensive line coach/head junior varsity coach, Graduate assistant (1995-96)/tight ends coach/video coordinator (1997-2003), Associate head coach (2007-22)/offensive line coach/run game coordinator/pro liaison/interim head coach. That sentiment always was been evident withDoug Geiserwhen it comes to Ashland University and its football program. Martinelli's 1967 (8-0-1) and 1972 (11-0) teams finished their schedules without a loss. 3 in the AFCA Division II Top 25 poll. Its a great place to start, and gives me a lot of peace of mind at night knowing I can trust those men., Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Hell outwork anyone on the field and he loves the game.. Geiser had been the program's interim head coach for the last month, and had been on Owens' staff every year since both came to campus prior to the 2004 season. He'll represent Ashland University with class and poise.". Bill Seder Sr., Sean's grandpa, was also a head football coach and now resides in Ashland. Dougs vision aligns with the goals and objectives of the department and the university. Ashland Universitys newest sport, Eagle womens basketball ranked No. In 2015, Owens led the Eagles to a 10-0 regular-season record and a 10-1 overall mark, including three home wins against nationally-ranked teams, and their fourth NCAA Division II postseason appearance in his 12 seasons. "John Saccomenwas a part of my coaching staff for 22 years, and now I believe he is closing in on 40 years of coaching at Ashland. But there's been a bunch of them," said Owens. "Thank goodness, Bill Goldring literally recruited me, sold me, and convinced me this was a good place. Saturday's game was Ashland's 31 st of the season, tying the program record set in 1990-91 and matched in 2015-16. If a team competed at a time before the official organization of either of the two groups but is generally accepted as a "college . Coach has helped shape my life and many other kids, coaches, supporters and fans alike that have come through the program over the years, said Cundiff. Two of the philosophies which have carried over from Martinelli to Keller to Owens, despite the changes in the sport in more than a half-century, are have great defenses and run the football well. Ashland University Football Tight Ends & Fullbacks Coach 2014-Present Linebackers Coach 2013-2014 Defensive line Coach 2012-2013 Santa Barbara City College Offensive Line Coach 2011-2012 West Hills College Coalinga Offensive Line Coach 2010-2011 Show Bases Loaded Podcast, Ep #66 - Reggie Gamble Jr- Football- Ashland University Coach (TE/FB . Petzing, 35, was a football operations intern for the Browns in 2013 then joined the Vikings in 2014. We would do good things together, build a stadium together, and we would take the program together where it needed to go. The Ashland University football team has checked off its early season goals en route to an impressive 2-0 start. Ashland University's head coach Lee Owens on the sideline against Northwood University during college football action at Jack Miller Stadium Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. For Geiser, being named Eagles head coach continues a football coaching ascent that began at his alma mater, Triway High School in nearby Wooster, Ohio, in 1990. As for the coaching staff moving into the 2023, Geiser said the changes will be minimal. He felt committed to returning this season, partly due to fifth-year senior Austin Brenner coming back to quarterback the Eagles. Hell represent Ashland University with class and poise.. "There's no question, Ashland's had a reputation for great defense," said Owens. Overview. He begat Gary Keller, who coached the team . "It's always about a fit," Owens said. It's one of the best jobs in Division II football. Raymond John Novotny Sr. was an American football player and coach. He said I'm going to live up to that promise and that commitment, which was a really big deal when that happened. He is the only football coach in school history to direct more than one team to the NCAA playoffs (2007, 2008, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2022). Cade Cracas, Sports & Breaking News EditorDecember 2, 2022. A program which began in 1920, Ashland football has won 520 games all-time, and boasts three undefeated seasons, two other undefeated regular seasons, eight NCAA Division II postseason appearances, three D-II postseason wins, 17 conference championships, two College Football Hall of Famers, 19 first-team All-Americans, 22 Academic All-Americans, and three members of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Good Works Team. The sports at Ashland are led by 21 head coaches, 10 of whom coach male teams, 10 of whom spearhead women's teams, and 1 of whom leads a coed team. By far the greatest place I have ever worked at.. Keller turned the program over to Owens, who now passes the baton to Geiser. 1 team in NCAA Division II for the ninth straight week by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). The pressure of trying to win … has really eliminated the opportunity for someone to go into a program and stay at that program. That wont change. "When you reflect back, it's not what level you coach at, it's not how big the job is or what the job is all about, it's where you're at, and what you can get done where you're at," Owens said. We could provide a good argument for Bill Royce because of the great schedule we played, and the great coaches [we played]. He served as the head football coach at the University of Akron from 1995 to 2003 and Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio from 2004 to 2022, compiled a career college football coaching record of 177-122. dvelopper et amliorer nos produits et services. "The tradition of Ashland football is very strong," said Geiser. YEAR: 19th in 2022-23 (first as head coach in 2023) PREVIOUS COLLEGE: Cornell '92 In the 1960s, Elvis Presley sang "Home Is Where The Heart Is." That sentiment always was been evident with Doug Geiser when it comes to Ashland University and its football program.And, as announced by AU Director of Athletics Al King on Tuesday (Jan. 3) afternoon, Geiser will stay home and become the program's 15 . I have a special thing for that team.". Ashland University's football team announced its 2022 recruiting class on Wednesday. Lee Owens (born July 17, 1956) is a former American football coach. Ashland's first NCAA playoff team was the 1986 squad and the way the Eagles found out about their postseason berth was much different that it is today. Head Coach Lee Owens has officially retired as the head coach of the Ashland University football team. I had five or six players in 1972 who could have played in the Mid-American [Conference], easily.". That stability in leadership is key for our current players and our recruits." Fresh off his ouster in Summit County, Ashland brought Owens in to resurrect a program that had fallen into mediocrity, and it didn't take long for him to do just that. Owens held the position for 18 years, and is one of just three head coaches Ashland has employed since 1959. Si vous ne souhaitez pas que nos partenaires et nousmmes utilisions des cookies et vos donnes personnelles pour ces motifs supplmentaires, cliquez sur Refuser tout. His 2012 Eagles squad completed the regular season unbeaten at 11-0, with AU winning its first GLIAC football championship in school history, and ended the season ranked fourth in the nation. TOM E. PUSKAR/ASHLAND . Martinelli lauded then-Ashland College PresidentGlenn Claytonand Athletic DirectorRobert Brownsonfor the emphasis they put on the football program in the 1950s, giving rise to what is seen today. - Twelve 1,000-yard rushing seasons, the program's all-time rushing yards record has been broken, the program record for rushing yards in a season has been broken three times, the program mark for rushing yards by a freshman was beaten twice, and the AU mark for single-game rushing yards has been eclipsed twice. The entire AU coaching staff is expected to be back in the fold for the upcoming season, and a new coach will be hired to fill Geiser's former position. So if you want to take that beyond, youve got to find a way to go beyond your preparation, so thats what we want to instill in this new group of Eagles.. In his opening remarks, King said Geiser was the man for the job after a month-long search. Keller's defenses led NCAA Division II in total defense in both 1991 and 1992, and rushing defense in 1992. "Our goal is to build upon that legacy and to take Eagle football to heights it's never before seen, on and off the field." Prior to Ashland, Geiser was at the University of Akron from 1995-2003 as a graduate assistant (1995-96), and tight ends coach/video coordinator (1997-2003). "Our family's been blessed.". Ashland University Coaches. "Our goal is to build upon that legacy and to take Eagle football to heights it's never before seen, on and off the field.". But I look back at the IUP game, it didnt seem like a loss, said Owens. As far as what were going to ask from those players, and the thing I challenged them about when Lee stepped down and I was in the interim position, if you want to do something thats never been done here or go beyond, youre preparation this offseason has to be at a level beyond, he said. Someone stood up at the end and said, coach congratulations and thank you we love you. Then other fans stood and applauded me.. He had just been let go by the University of Akron. "It was a real turning point in our program as you can imagine.". He had five starts in 11 games in 2019, with 17 receptions for 266 yards. Fortunately, we've had those kind of people.". I think just something hes always had is the way he competes. But Owens, who will begin his 19th season at AU this fall, said things are a bit different . I am very happy for John, but even more pleased for all the kids' lives that he has influenced as a coach during that time. If you can't make it yet, take our virtual campus tour to get a quick look at the university. This is a man who has set an example for others and cares about this place. Our guided tour takes you through AU to explore our dynamic campus. On the money side of things, the Ashland football program brought home $2,079,102 in revenue and paid out $2,079,102 in total expenses. Doug exemplifies all of those attributes. A program which began in 1920, Ashland football has won 520 games all-time, and boasts three undefeated seasons, two other undefeated regular seasons, eight NCAA Division II postseason appearances, three D-II postseason wins, 17 conference championships, two College Football Hall of Famers, 19 first-team All-Americans, 22 Academic All-Americans, and three members of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Good Works Team. A Wooster area native who attended Triway High School and later played at Cornell, Geiser worked for various high school teams in Northern Ohio before joining Owens' staff at the University of Akron in 1995. As long as I coach, I would like to continue to serve. The official 2022 Football Roster for the Skip To Main . Geiser had previously served as AU's interim head coach for the last month, and also was on Owens staff every year since both came to the university before the 2004 season. Hes been getting open. Graduate Assistant Esports Coach Football; Doug Geiser: Head Football Coach 419-289-5437 419-289-5437: Tim Rose: Assistant Football Coach - Defensive Coordinator / Linebackers 419-289-5278 419-289-5278: Tom Stacy: Assistant Football Coach - Quarterbacks / Passing Game Coordinator PREVIOUS COLLEGE:Cornell '92. "What a great advantage it is to have them continue as a part of Eagle football. Larry Stine. mesurer votre utilisation de nos sites et applications. 2012 also produced the first GLIAC football championship in school history. Wash. FSP 7-on-7 / San Mateo Community College. [6] He is also father to a son, Zander, and daughter, Zoe. He begat Gary Keller, who coached the team from 1994-03. Former defensive end Bill Royce was also honored. Also, the personal relationship with coach Martinelli and his wife Ruth was and is something very special to me. Owens moved on to the college game as an assistant at Ohio State under John Cooper before being hired as Akron's head coach in 1995. Football Roster Coaches Schedule Statistics News Doug Geiser Press Conference Battle of Champions Link Record book through 6-17-22 Camps Prospective Player Events Recruitment Form . Following five seasons as a high school assistant at three stops, Geiser joined the University of Akron coaching staff under Owens first as a graduate assistant in 1995-96, then as tight ends coach and video coordinator from 1997-2003. "I grew up 10 miles south of here, and watched games as a high school player here, and followed the team when coach Martinelli was here," Owens said.
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