Osseo Football

The primary goal of Osseo Football is to have a successful championship team. This goal can only be achieved by every player and every coach, whether offensive, defensive or special teams, working together as one complete unit. We are neither an offensive team, defensive team, special team, nor a coaching staff – we are the Osseo Football Team! NEVER FORGET THIS!

As an offensive player you must realize the important of the defense. As a defensive player you must realize the importance of the offense. And both offense and defense must realize the importance of special teams. For Osseo to be successful all parts of the Osseo system must be hitting on all cylinders.

Every time an athlete goes out to play, he must do it from the ground up – from the soles of his feet right up to his head. Some guys play with their heads. That’s okay. You’ve got to be smart. But, more important, you’ve got to play with you heart and every other fiber of your body. Any time you can get a guy to play with a lot of head and a lot of heart, he’s never going to come off the field second.

Coach Lamker is in his fourth year as head coach. Coach Lamker was the 2007 NWSC Coach of the Year. He previously was the offensive coordinator at Armstrong High School 2002-2004. Before that he was the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Augsburg College from 1998-2002. Coach Lamker played football basketball and baseball at Augsburg College. In football he was the MIAC MVP and led his team to a MIAC title. He also received Kodak all American Honors in 1997. He currently holds all of Augsburg’s college’s career passing records. Coach Lamker currently teaches Physical Education and Health at Osseo High School. He resides in Plymouth with his wife Amy, and two daughters Jordyn and Shea.

Coach Crandall will be in his fourth year coaching football at Osseo High School. Dick has been an assistant coach at Armstrong for the past 2 seasons, prior to that Dick has been an Assistant Coach for 8 years at the University of St. Thomas, Dick has also coached at area community colleges. He currently is the Head baseball Coach at Osseo Senior High School. Coach Crandall lives in Plymouth with his wife, Nancy and 3 children Kelly, Katie, and Tyler.

Coaches and staff who the players know want the best for them on and off the field

A team and staff that keep their focus on team rewards rather that on individual rewards.

Teammates that are willing to sacrifice self for the team; who are there to support, encourage, build up, and hold each other accountable.

Eric Kalenze Offensive Line Coach
Coach Kalenze is in his 11^th year teaching English at Osseo high school. Coach Kalenze is in his fourth year as Offensive Line Coach at Osseo Senior High. Kalenze played football for and graduated from Carleton College. A 4-year letter winner and two-time All-MIAC selection (honorable mention in 1991 and second team in 1992) there, Kalenze was a member of Carleton's 1992 MIAC championship team. Kalenze lives in New Brighton with his wife, Sue and daughters Lydia and Ava.

Craig Oliphant Running Backs Coach
Craig teaches Physical Education at Osseo Senior High. He is in his tenth season on the Osseo Football staff. He received his Bachelor's Degree from Mankato State University, and his Master's Degree from St. Mary's University. Craig has been a head varsity coach in Football, Basketball and Golf. Craig and his wife, Larissa, live in Maple Grove with their two children, Eric and Lainey.

Jason Moden Defensive Line/Special Teams Coach
Coach Moden is the special teams coordinator and defensive line coach. He is entering his 17th year as a football coach and is proud to coach at Osseo for a ninth season. He has also coached at Minnetonka High School where he served in the same capacity and was a part of the 2004 State Champion team. Prior to these experiences Jason had coached at Roseville High School and at the youth level in Minneapolis. Jason has earned both a Bachelor and Masters degree from the University of Minnesota. He teaches social studies and coaches Speed and Strength at Osseo Senior High. Jason and his wife, Jessica, have three daughters; Josie, Janie. and Julia.

Tom Sanders Varsity Wide Receivers Coach
Coach Sanders is entering his fourth season as an Oriole coach. Coach Sanders was a Varsity football coach at Des Moines High school from 1998 through 2004. Coach Sanders has a BA in Education from Grandview College and formerly coached at Des Moines East. He currently lives in Dayton with his wife Stephanie and three daughters Emma, Lola and Amelia.

Ryan Collins Tight End Coach/Special Teams Assistant Coach
Coach Collins will be in his fourth year coaching with the Orioles. Ryan graduated from Robbinsdale Cooper High School. He attended the University of St. Thomas receiving a degree in communication and minor in Business. There, he was a two time All American as a tight end in '96 and '97. Ryan then played professional football for six years with the following teams... Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens, New York/New Jersey Hitmen, Dallas Cowboys, and the Amsterdam Admirals. He earned All NFL Europe League honors in '02 and '03 during his two seasons with Amsterdam. Coach Collins resides in St. Louis Park and works as a Medical Device Sales Representative for Stryker Orthopedics.

Mark Joseph Quarterbacks Coach
Coach Joseph is entering his second season as an Oriole football coach and 5th season overall as a football coach. Mark currently lives in Maple grove with his wife. Coach Joseph is employed as a Probation Officer.

Corey Boyer Varsity Assistant
Coach Boyer is in his second year coaching at Osseo High School. Corey is a graduate of Armstrong High School where he played football and baseball. Corey is recently engaged and lives in New Hope with his fiance Carrie and daughter Alexandra.

Tony Nelson Head Sophomore Coach
Coach Nelson is entering his second season as an Oriole football coach. Tony teaches at Armstrong High School and has coached football for 16 years at Cooper and Armstrong.. Tony also has coaching experience in baseball and hockey. Tony graduated from Willmar HS and Augsburg College. Coach Nelson lives in Plymouth with his wife Jill and daughters Samantha, Danielle, Lauren and son Luke.

Ron Segraves Sophomore Coach
Coach Segraves starts his sixth year as an Oriole coach. Ron played high school football at Merrillville High School in Indiana. He was a linebacker and tight end. Ron and his wife, Laura, have three children: Jordan, Tyler and Tucker. Coach Segraves also enjoys spending time with his family and spending time at their cabin. He also has a passion for hunting and fishing. He will help with offense and defense.

Nate Plasch Sophomore Coach
Coach Plasch is currently in his fourth year coaching football at Osseo. Nate is a graduate of Armstrong High School where he played football and baseball. He sells real estate with Edina Realty at the Plymouth Office. Nate recently got married and lives in New Hope with his wife Erin and they're expecting a baby in September.

Mike Johnson Sophomore Coach

A long time English teacher and coach in District 279, coach Johnson joins the Osseo staff this year for the first time. Coach Johnson coached football 11 seasons at Maple Grove and Park Center, and coached 7 years at Bethel University, where he played football and graduated in 1984. Mike currently teaches at Park Center and lives in Brooklyn Park with his wife Anne and two daughters, Ellen and Bea.

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Steve Meyer Freshman Coach
Coach Meyer is in his sixth year coaching freshman football at Osseo High school. Steve has been coaching football since 1993. Steve resides in Brooklyn Park with wife, Sundae and 14 year old daughter Ciara.

Joe Head Freshman Coach
Coach Head is entering his third season as an Oriole football coach. Joe teaches Physical Education in the Osseo District. Coach Head lives in Fridley with his wife.