Husband and father of two. Head football coach at the All-Time Winningest Football Program in the NAIA, Baker University. University of South Dakota graduate.
Clarke University has been my passion for the past five plus years. Do a good job where you’re at. Treat people right. Leave it better than when you found it. It is now in good hands with
@CoachHicksCU
🦁
Football: Pride overcome 23-8 deficit, post 28-23 win over Graceland. Pride score three touchdowns in final eight minutes, winning TD with nine seconds left.
◾️ 5 all-conference honorees
◾️ 4th-place finish in their division (picked to finish last)
◾️ 80+ outstanding student-athletes, on and off the field
In their inaugural season, Clarke Football built a foundation to be
#ClarkeProud
of. 💙
Congratulations to our defensive coordinator and family
@CoachAHicks
on the arrival of the newest member of the Pride family (Sloane) at 8:35pm tonight! Sleep fast coach Hicks! 🦁
I tell my kids all the time that they play in the best conference
@HeartSportsNews
in the country at our level
@NAIAFBALL
If you can play they will find you.
Some technical issues didn't allow me to post this back on Sunday, but
@ClarkePrideFB
is in just its 2nd season as a program.
@CoachMRegalado
talks about the challenges in taking that next step while dealing with the pandemic.
@ClarkeAthletics
We are excited to announced the beginning of our '21 signing class. So far, this class consists of student-athletes from 16 different states, 5 from the DBQ, and 5 mid-year enrollees.
#TheRISE
Presenting the
#PrideScholarAthletes
for the Fall 2019 Semester.
7 on the Dean’s List (3.65+)
39 with a 3.0 or higher.
1st season as a program
Over half the team getting a shirt
#StudentAthlete
First up is LB Logan Otting. Logan joined The Pride in January after transferring from Iowa State. Logan graduated from Cascade, IA in 2018 were he was a 1st Team All-State selection his SR year and Defensive MVP in 2017.
#TheRISE
When you can make a CU of student-athletes with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, you know you have a group that makes the ‘Student’ in
#StudentAthlete
a priority 🧠 💪
Welcome DL Jaquez Dorcent, Trey was a three sport athlete and teammate of signee Cori Davis at Lakeland Christian HS in Florida. He competed in football, basketball, and track and field. He will bring depth to the DL for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Before ➡️ After
Official Attendance: 2,236
History was made in front of a great crowd. Thanks to everyone that came out and supported us!
#GreatnessAwaits
"If
@ClarkeU
was looking for somebody that just cared about wins and losses, I'm not that coach"
Start a program ✔️
Build a culture ✔️
Shape lives ✔️
@CoachMRegalado
is checking all the boxes as he leads
@ClarkePrideFB
in their first year of the program
I am excited to announce that I am officially the first ever
@ClarkePrideFB
player accepted into the Clarke University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program! I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to continuing my education for the next 3 years
@ClarkeU
@ClarkeAthletics
Welcome WR/K Anthony Gomez. Anthony was a two sport athlete at Santa Ana HS in Cali. He was an All-League WR and Kicker for two straight years. He will be a great addition to the Special Forces Kicking Units in 2021.
#TheRISE
Next up is WR Hayden Dean. Hayden was 3 sport athlete at Eunice HS. Named All-District in football, basketball, and baseball. He also was a 3x State Champion on the gridiron for the Cardinals.
#TheRISE
#CUFB18
was treated to a steak dinner that was generously provided by Bob Johnson and Chuck Stoltz. The support for Clarke Pride Football is off the charts!
Welcome LB Manny Germain. Manny was a two sport athlete at North Miami Beach HS in Florida. He was a four year letter winner in football for the Chargers. He will bring depth to the LB room and to Special Forces for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
I was blessed with the opportunity to give back to my community by speaking about my student athlete experiences and to motivate the youth to stay away from the streets and in the books!
Welcome DL Josh Pote. Josh played football and wrestled at PHUHS. He finished his Sr. year with 25 tackles, 4 TFLs, and 3.5 sacks as a DT. Josh will be a great addition to the DL room for the Pride.
#TheRISE
As we begin a new semester, we want to recognize 21 🏈 STUDENT-ATHLETES that had a 3.0 GPA or higher in the Spring Semester.
#PrideScholarAthletes
(2 guys are missing due to RA training)
Some
#FridayMotivation
from
@CoachMRegalado
: "It’s never just about winning. You show a kid there's more than football; then, they realize, 'Okay, this is the place I want to be.'"
Take 10 to watch this and soak in some
#ClarkePride
: 💙💛🦁
Looking to improve your craft this Summer?
Looking for a camp without 300 other 🏈players?
Looking to be a part of building a program from the ground up?
Then the Clarke Pride Camp is what you are looking for...….
Register:
Next up is ATH Caden Miller. Caden was a 3 sport athlete at Texas HS. An All-District Honorable Mention in '19 and 1st Team All-District TE in 2020. He is an athletic body that can play TE or WR for The Pride next season.
#TheRISE
Welcome LB Aidan Clinton. Aidan played football and baseball for the Grizzlies of Los Osos HS. He was a 3 year starter at LB and accumulated 113 tackles, 12 TFLs, and 6 sacks his Jr. year. Aidan will be a great addition to the LB room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
I remember when Michael and his mom traveled from Hawaii to visit us last spring. We knew immediately he was a piece of the foundation that we could build this program on. All he did was become an All-Conference player and Scholar-Athlete in year one. 🤙🏽🦁
0 D1 offers coming out of Abington. Kutztown was the only D2 school to offer me as a RB. After graduating took job interviews. Undrafted. P-Squad. Cut 7 times. God, Prayer & Hard Work… Anything Is Possible!🙏🏽
Welcome DL Fidel Martinez. Fidel was a 2 sport athlete at Farmersville HS in Texas. He played football and soccer during his HS career. He will bring added depth to the DL room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome TE James Powell Jr. James was a two sport athlete at Washington HS in Kansas. He played football and basketball for the Wildcats. He will bring depth to the TE/H Back room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
The 1st Summer Program in Clarke 🏈 history is almost in the books. The gains made by these dedicated players is off the 📈.
#LionPride19
#35Days
until Kickoff‼️
Welcome DL Vince Richardson. Vince was a Captain for the Blue Devils of West Memphis HS his SR year. He is an explosive, athletic DT that will bring quality depth to the DL room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome ATH Sage Hoyt. Sage was a three sport athlete at Anamosa HS in Iowa. He competed in football, basketball, and track. He played WR and DB for the Raiders.
#TheRISE
Welcome DB Noah Schoff. Noah was a two sport athlete, competing in football and track for the Crusaders. He was selected as an unanimous 1st Team All-Conference LB and All-County LB. He can play multiple positions in the back 7 for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome WR Connor Keating. Conner finished his senior year of football this spring for the Bulldogs of H.L. Richards in Chicago, IL. He will bring depth to the WR room this fall for the Pride.
#TheRISE
Welcome RB Jacorian Davis. Cori was a two sport athlete at Lakeland Christian School in Lakeland, FL. He competed in football and basketball for the Vikings. He will bring speed and athleticism to the RB room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome WR Jaquan Graham. Jaquan was a 3 sport athlete for the Patriots of Westover HS in Georgia. He played football, basketball, and ran track. Jaquan will bring added depth to the WR room and Special Forces Units for the Pride.
#TheRISE
Welcome WR Dobbin Cooper. Dobbin was a 2 sport athlete for the Chargers at Pearl City HS in Hawaii. He will add depth to the WR room and look to compete on the Special Forces Units for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome OL Zachary Rinehart. Zach was a three year varsity player and captain at Western HS in Davie, FL. He was also voted 1st Team Offense on the All-County Team his SR year. He will bring versatility and competitiveness to the OL room in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome RB Dakota Landry. Dakota was a two sport athlete at Mt. Carmel HS. He competed in football and wrestling for the Sundevils. Dakota played multiple positions in HS, and he will look to compete on the Special Forces Units this fall.
#TheRISE
Welcome WR Michael McCalister. Michael started in HS playing career in California and finished in Utah. He will bring depth to the WR room and to the Special Forces units for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
The newest member of the
#Pride
spoke with the TEAM last night.
@ThomChesney
had a great message for the guys. Less than 5 days until Kickoff.
#LionPride19
Welcome TE Calen Bennett. Calen a Colorado native, moved to TX to finish his SR year and played football for Waller HS. He also played baseball while at Legacy HS in Colorado. Calen is a big body athlete that will upgrade the TE room this fall for the Pride.
#TheRISE
To all the mothers and guardians of our Pride football players...Thank You for entrusting them to us. We promise to always have their health, safety, and wellbeing leading the PACK for us. Happy Mother’s Day and Go Pride!
Welcome OL Ahmed Shamila. Ahmed was a two sport athlete at Hoover HS in Des Moines, IA. He competed in football and track and field for the Huskies. Ahmed was born in Cairo, Egypt.
#TheRISE
Welcome DL Nick Conner. Nick played DL for the Raiders of East Paulding HS in Georgia. He will add depth to the DL room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome ATH Estefan Perez. Estefan was a two sport athlete at John Marshall HS in Texas. He was a 1st Team All-District RB his Senior year. Estefan will bring speed, athleticism, and versatility to the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome DB Mark Edwards IV. Mark was a two sport athlete at El Cerrito HS in Cali. He competed in football and track and field. He will bring speed and athleticism to the DB room and Special Forces in 2021 for the Pride.
#TheRISE
Welcome DB Sidney Wright. Sidney was a two sport athlete for the Longhorns at Cedar Hill HS. He will bring depth to the DB room and look to compete on Special Forces for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Welcome LB Jackson Durbin. Jackson played LB for one of the best HS in Texas, Coppell HS. He was a letterman award winner his SR year. He will add depth to the LB room for the Pride in 2021.
#TheRISE
Flat out thank you to
@CoachMRegalado
@CoachAHicks
for everything and embracing me with open arms and
@ClarkePrideFB
thankful for the Goon Squad (DL) for trusting me and growing with me each and everyday. Excited for the new chapter. This isn’t goodbye but a see you later 👏🏿👏🏿🙏🏿