TOM E. PUSKAR/ASHLAND . That wont change. When you lose someone like Owens, you need time to process that. Mount Union advances to Sweet 16 of NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Tournament, Outdoor Classic at FirstEnergy Stadium ends with Cleveland Monsters victory in overtime, FORECAST | Conditions more subdued Sunday, sun peeks, Flood Warning issued for parts of several Northeast Ohio counties, What caused Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest? The Cavaliers came in as the conference's regular-season champion, and tournament number one seed, but the Pioneers ran away from Walsh in the second half for an . Ashland University Football Program Coaching & Recruiting Personnel For anyone who is hoping to get recruited it's important to understand who to talk to - and NCSA provides the info you need. [6] He is also father to a son, Zander, and daughter, Zoe. "I'm excited to introduce Doug as our head football coach," King said. This game was different. Regardless of how much success you have, you feel like you're always going to be in the shadows of a coach with that kind of recognition. Complete Release (PDF). I think (quarterback) Austin (Brenner) and he have a good connection and theyve got a lot of confidence in each other right now.. "We intend to build upon the legacy of those great men who have led the program in the past, men such asGeorge Donges,Bob Brownson, Hall of FamerDr. Fred Martinelli,Gary Keller, and future Hall of FamerLee Owens. 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. Owens is 89-42 (.679) at Ashland, with a pair of GLIAC titles and three GLIAC Coach of the Year honors to his credit. Full Bio. Dec 3, 2022. "That's awesome we were able to get those kinds of things done at AU. In the previous 39 years (minus nearly three full seasons due to World War II), there had been 11 head coaches for the Purple Titans/Eagles, for a grand total of two conference championships (1954-55 underRobert Brownson), 115 victories and a cumulative winning percentage of .441. 1 team in NCAA Division II for the ninth straight week by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). 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. Ashland University football coach Lee Owens announced Friday his retirement after leading the Eagles for the past 19 seasons. ", Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Its not easy for someone to do, and he stayed the course.. Doug exemplifies all of those attributes. It adds consistency and teaching and relationships, Geiser said. Our guided tour takes you through AU to explore our dynamic campus. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. With countless ups and downs, more ups than downs, Owens has decided after a stellar 2022-2023 to announce his official retirement. Being together at AU for five seasons has certainly helped that connection. "We'll obviously have to add a coach to fill my position, but the staff will stay intact for the most part," he said. 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 . We had a pretty long home winning streak [12 games]here.". "This is a dream job because Ashland is a very special place," Geiser said. The fact that I was at Ashland University and in the GLIAC was a big consideration when the coaches voted. 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. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Still, his legacy had not yet been written. "Throughout the search process, we talked about integrity, commitment and work ethic," Athletic Director Al King said in a press conference. 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. 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. Turnbaughs AU career started in 2018 when he played in nine games as a true freshman, catching 16 passes for 178 yards. It's something, as we start into the next 100 years of football here, that would be a goal, is to not only get into the postseason, but advance into regionals and semifinals and national championship game. I had a rough year in 2019 but having people around me like Brenner and the coaches, those guys build your confidence. They established the culture that is Ashland football. He played professionally with the Portsmouth Spartans, Cleveland Indians and Brooklyn Dodgers of the National Football League (NFL). AU won its opening-round NCAA Division II playoff game 20-13 over Notre Dame College. Owens is the third Ohio-based coach to be president of the AFCA this decade, following Cincinnati's Tommy Tuberville (2015) and Mount Union's Larry Kehres (2010). The only way to celebrate a loss is to know you really are not losing anything.. Needless to say, Sean Seder grew up in the shadows and footsteps of his family's legends, but they were role models for him to look up to. Owens reflected back on those people he had worked with at AU for nearly two decades, possibly none as important as when he first got his start by then-AU athletics director Bill Goldring. 3 ranked Eagles stun Drury and down Truman State to stay undefeated, Eagle wresting continues to strive for greatness in 2022-2023 season, The Student News Site of Ashland University, Cade Cracas, Sports & Breaking News Editor. "It was a real turning point in our program as you can imagine.". 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Geiser follows in the line of the previous three Eagle head coaches, who combined spanned more than six decades College Football Hall of FamerDr. Fred Martinelli(1959-93), Ashland University Hall of FamerGary Keller(1994-2003), and Owens. As for the coaching staff moving into the 2023, Geiser said the changes will be minimal. That sentiment always was been evident withDoug Geiserwhen it comes to Ashland University and its football program. I was Athletic Director, chair of the Physical Education department, taught 8-10 hours, and the head football coach. 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. Ashland traces its past 60-plus seasons through just four head coaches. 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. Following the season, Owens earned Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Football Co-Coach of the Year and AFCA Division II Region 3 Coach of the Year honors. An Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. Geiser, or a future replacement, will have massive shoes to fill in the 2023-2024 season. "Only three head coaches during that span stands as a testament to the quality of the football program. . Pour en savoir plus sur la faon dont nous utilisons vos donnes personnelles, veuillez consulter notre politique relative la vie prive et notre politique en matire de cookies. This past season, Owens, who had contemplated retiring several years ago but had to deal with Covid-19 and injuries among his players. In the 1960s, Elvis Presley sang "Home Is Where The Heart Is.". 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 . "Dr. Clayton, it started with him.". The Offensive Coordinator / Tight Ends / Fullbacks of the Ashland University Football program is Reggie Gamble. "There's only two Division II head coaches on the board, and there's a bunch of Division II schools. Owens held the position for 18 years, and is one of just three head coaches Ashland has employed since 1959. For the next yearI get a chance to help be a spokesperson for that. He's committed to giving our student-athletes a quality experience. - Seven All-American offensive linemen -Blake Dickson,Vince Cashdollar,Reggie Gamble,Justin Magruder,Zachary Douglass,Dominic GiuntaandJohn Conner. The assistant coach will be involved in drills and exercises that include the whole team and position groups. Martinelli,Gary KellerandLee Owensare the only head coaches of Ashland College/University football in the last six-plus decades. Ashland rallied from a 14-point deficit in the final 6:24 and beat Malone 82-78 in Saturday's Great Midwest Athletic . Ashland University football coach Lee Owens announced Friday his retirement after leading the Eagles for the past 19 seasons. Geiser officially takes over forLee Owens, who announced his retirement on Dec. 2 following a 19-year tenure leading the Ashland football program. AU athletics sees strong fall season in Learfield Directors Cup, Eagle basketball on the road in the 2022-2023 season, AU Call of Duty eSports team wins league championship, What is STUNT? "They have achieved at a high level in the past, and, out of respect for their efforts and with a sense of loyalty, I would love for them to be a part of our program moving forward. Meyer, Texas Christian University, 1997 Don Nehlen, West Virginia University, 1950 Lynn O. Waldorf, University of California, 1998 Roy Kidd, Eastern Kentucky University, 1952 Carl G. Snavely, University of North Carolina, 1954 George A. Munger, University of Pennsylvania, 2003 Phil Fulmer, University of Tennessee, 1958 Charles B. Wilkinson, University of Oklahoma, 2006 Mel Tjeerdsma, Northwest Missouri State University, 1959 Wallace Butts, University of Georgia, 1960 Charles A. Engle, Pennsylvania State University, 2008 Tyrone Willingham, University of Washington, 1961 Jack C. Curtice, Stanford University, 2009 Dick Tomey, San Jose State University, 2010 Larry Kehres, University of Mount Union, 1965 Abe Martin, Texas Christian University, 1967 Ben Schwartzwalder, Syracuse University, 1968 Murray Warmath, University of Minnesota, AU Football Coach Lee Owens Named AFCA President.