Bulldog Athletic Association Member (BAAM) Athletes of the Week
Female: Bella Hedke, Volleyball
A senior from Marysville, Kan., Bella Hedke continued her strong play at middle blocker as the third-ranked Bulldogs went 1-1 last week while up against Waldorf/No. 2 Northwestern. For the week, the Elementary Education major posted 12 kills and six blocks while hitting .476. Hedke has tallied 118 kills and 66 blocks for the season.
Male: Jett Farwell, Football
A sophomore from Pawnee City, Neb., Jett Farwell made the game-defining play in last week’s 24-21 win at Dakota Wesleyan. Farwell emerged with a 79-yard third quarter pick-six that let to him being named the GPAC Defensive Player of the Week. The Pre-Pharmacy major played a key role in limiting the Tigers to 11-for-29 passing.
2026-27 BAAM Athletes of the Week
Oct. 6 – Ella Brueggemann, Volleyball / Joe McCarroll, Soccer
Sept. 29 – Elijah Fulton, Soccer / Seohyeon Jang, Tennis
Sept. 22 – Abby Haynes, Soccer / Kaden Thompson, Football
Sept. 15 – Seohyeon Jang, Tennis / Carter Wiebusch, Soccer
Sept. 8 – Laynee Baker, Volleyball / Kai Olbrich, Men’s Soccer
Sept. 1 – Myla Emery, Volleyball / Gideon Stark, Football
Aug. 25 – Shandy Fa’ali’i, Volleyball / Sean Stratman, Men’s Soccer
News and notes:
BAAM luncheons are held every Tuesday (when classes are in session) at 12 p.m. CT inside the Dog House Grill, located in the Janzow Campus Center. The luncheons feature reports from head coaches who are in season at the time. For information on how to join BAAM, click HERE. It is not a requirement to be a BAAM member in order to attend the weekly luncheons.
Jang, Thompson earn first BAAM Athlete of the Month awards for 2026-27: Two emerging student-athletes were recognized for making waves during the first full month of the 2026-27 academic year. Bulldog Athletics Association Member (BAAM) Athlete of the Month honors for September were handed out to Seohyeon “Lay” Jang of tennis and to Kaden Thompson of football.The winners emerged from a vote conducted on Tuesday (Oct. 6) among attendees at the BAAM luncheon. For more on Jang and Thompson, click HERE.
Powerlifting opens 2026-27 competition season: The competition season has officially started for Concordia Powerlifting. The Bulldogs hosted the CUNE Collegiate Powerlifting Meet on Oct. 3. Six Concordia freshmen competed and made their collegiate debuts. Freshman Jordyn Loseke accumulated the highest DOTS score among Bulldogs. All four freshmen women who competed posted totals that qualify them for the national championships. A recap of the meet can be found HERE. The next events on the schedule are the Iowa-Nebraska State Weightlifting Championships (Oct. 24) and the Central Collegiate Cup Series (Nov. 21-22) for powerlifting. Season previews for Head Coach Freddie Myles’ teams are linked below. On another note, senior Kaiden Mima traveled to Mexico recently and competed in the Pan American Junior Championships. He earned three gold medals (in weightlifting) for his efforts.
--2026-27 Powerlifting Season Preview
--2026-27 Weightlifting Season Preview
Jang readies for ITA Cup: The lightning fast fall season for Concordia Tennis is nearly complete. In dual action this past week, Head Coach Lisa Hart’s squads both defeated rival Midland, winning by scores of 6-1 on the women’s side and 5-2 on the men’s side on Oct. 1. It was the only dual action of the fall for the Bulldogs, who also competed at the GPAC Individual Tournament and ITA Regionals in September. The fall season will continue for Seohyeon Jang, the ITA Central West Regional singles champion. As a result of her regional championship, Jang will advance to play in the ITA Cup scheduled for this week (Oct. 15-18) in Rome, Ga. For complete regional results, click HERE.
Ballfield Project underway, funding still sought: Over the summer, Concordia University, Nebraska went public with the Shine Forth Campaign, an initiative that includes the hybrid baseball-softball Ballfield Project. Concordia continues to seek funding for the project, which will bring a state-of-the-art facility to the east part of campus. For more details on the Ballfield Project, check out the article that first appeared in the Broadcaster magazine HERE.
Concordia Athletics features: The Concordia Athletics website regularly spotlights Bulldog student-athletes, teams and alums with detailed profiles and feature articles. Recent feature stories are linked below.
--Former teammates (Jason Weides and Bernie Ochoa) reunite over passion for Concordia, Bulldog Soccer
--Shandy Fa’ali’i takes on expanded on-court, leadership role
Bulldog Coaches Show airs every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. CT: The Bulldog Coaches Show has returned for a 12th year. The show airs live for a half hour every Thursday beginning at 5:30 p.m. CT on KTMX-FM 104.9 Max Country. The weekly feature can also be heard live via 104.9 Max Country’s website or by downloading the Max Country app. Throughout the 2026-27 season, Bulldog football, men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball contests will be aired live on Max Country. Parker Cyza serves as the host of the coaches’ show as well as the play-by-play voice for football and basketball. Eric Allgood will be the primary voice for volleyball.
Concordia Sports Network: Live webcasts for most home varsity contests can be accessed by visiting https://www.cune.edu/athletics/watch-bulldogs at game time. Beginning with the 2023-24 academic year, Concordia Athletics began a partnership with Hudl for live video streaming. Live webcast links for away contests are publicized in sport specific releases that preview action for that particular week. Scrimmages, exhibitions and junior varsity events are not broadcasted via the Hudl account. For select JV streams, check out that specific sport’s Facebook page. Starting in 2026-27, Concordia broadcasts are simulcast with the GPAC Network and Urban Edge Network.
Golf
· Most recent completed tournament:
o Men – Placed 6th/8 (321-311–632) at the Nebraska Intercollegiate on Oct. 5-6.
o Women – Placed 4th/10 (340-337–677) at the Nebraska Intercollegiate on Oct. 5-6.
· Men’s Links: 2026-27 Schedule | Roster | Statistics
· Women’s Links: 2026-27 Schedule | Roster | Statistics
· Notable: Head Coach Brett Muller’s squads wrapped up their fall seasons this past week at the Nebraska Intercollegiate in Cairo, Neb., where state bragging rights were on the line. On the women’s side, Concordia placed fourth out of 10 in-state programs while shooting 340-337–677 (+101) over the two-day event. The top three individuals in the Bulldog lineup were sophomore Olivia James (84-80–164; 14th), graduate student Maddie Lewis (85-80–165; 15th) and junior Savannah McFalls (80-87–167; T-16th). Meanwhile, the men’s team placed sixth out of eight squads at the Nebraska Intercollegiate, shooting 321-311–632 (+56). Jude Elgert emerged with a medal thanks to him placing in a tie for sixth (78-73–151). Two other Concordia players placed in the top 25: sophomores Tyler Weismann (78-78–156; 15th) and Logan Krabbenhoft (82-81–163; T-25th). Led by Lewis, the women put together a strong fall that included championships at the Frommelt Fall Classic and York Fall Invitational. The women posted a team scoring average of 332.6 during the fall – behind Lewis (81.8), James (82.8) and McFalls (83.0). As for the men, their fall scoring average rested at 308.2 while paced by the likes of Elgert (77.0), Weismann (77.2) and Calvin Zabloudil (77.8). Both teams will resume action next spring. Full schedules are yet to be announced, but the location of the 2027 GPAC Golf Championships will be Dakota Dunes Country Club in Dakota Dunes, S.D.
· Next up:
o The golf seasons will resume in the spring of 2027.
Women’s Soccer
· Current record: 7-2-3, 6-0-1 GPAC.
· Last week:
o Won at Mount Marty, 1-0, on Oct 7.
o Tied vs. Dakota Wesleyan, 2-2, on Oct. 10.
· Links: 2026 Schedule | Roster | Statistics | NAIA Selection Committee Poll
· Notable: A win and draw last week kept the Bulldogs atop the GPAC standings with four games remaining in the regular season. In a battle between teams with 5-0 league records entering the contest, Concordia defeated Mount Marty, 1-0, in Yankton, S.D., while getting a goal from freshman Molli Kalsbeck in the 30th minute. Three days later, the Bulldogs squandered a late 2-1 lead and settled for a 2-2 tie with Dakota Wesleyan in a game played in Seward. Both goals were scored by Concordia center backs off corner kicks: Evie Keller (33’) and Charli Preister (47’). The two goals were assisted by left back Triniti Rowe. Now 6-0-1 (19 points) in conference play, Head Coach Jason Weides’ squad has equaled the 2017 and 2018 squads (both coached by Greg Henson) for the best seven-game conference record in program history. The teams immediately behind the Bulldogs in the GPAC standings have each played one less game: Hastings (5-0-1; 16 pts), Mount Marty (5-1; 15 pts) and Morningside (4-1-1; 13 pts). Through 12 games overall this season, Concordia has outscored its opponents by a combined total of 22-14. Guadulupe Sanchez remains the team’s leading goal scorer with six goals (and three assists). Kalsbeck and Abby Haynes have both notched four goals. A pivotal rivalry clash is coming Wednesday night when the Bulldogs will host Hastings. The final road trip of the regular season will take place on Saturday with a trek to Waldorf for an afternoon tilt.
· For additional news and notes, check out the program’s homepage HERE.
· This week:
o Wednesday, Oct. 14 vs. Hastings (10-1-2, 5-0-1 GPAC), 5:30 p.m.
o Saturday, Oct. 17 at Waldorf (2-10, 0-6 GPAC), 3 p.m.
Men’s Soccer
· Current record: 8-4, 6-0 GPAC.
· Last week:
o Won at Mount Marty, 5-2, on Oct 7.
o Won vs. Dakota Wesleyan, 3-2, on Oct. 10.
· Links: 2026 Schedule | Roster | Statistics | NAIA Selection Committee Poll
· Notable: Concordia has managed to pad its lead at the top of the conference standings. The league record moved to 6-0 as the Bulldogs earned wins last week over Mount Marty, 5-2 (away), and over Dakota Wesleyan, 3-2 (home). Concordia is followed in the standings by Dordt (4-2; 12 pts), Midland (3-1-2; 11 pts) and Northwestern (3-1-2; 11 pts). This past week, the Bulldogs were carried by an offensive onslaught. At Mount Marty, the Concordia goals were delivered by Elijah Fulton (25’), Joe McCarroll (48’), Sean Stratman (52’), Fulton (65’) and Connor Robbins (83’). In a back-and-forth affair with DWU, Kai Olbrich produced a goal apiece in the 45th and 65th minutes and Sebastian Montino found the back of the net in the 63rd minute. On the season, McCarroll leads the team with five goals. He’s followed in that category by Fulton, Olbrich, Sebastian Montino and William Preston with three apiece. In conference games only, the Bulldogs have outscored their opponents by a combined total of 19-5. Having played a challenging nonconference schedule, Head Coach Bernie Ochoa’s squad has been hovering near the top 25 in the official NAIA RPI. Concordia carries a seven-game winning streak into Wednesday’s rivalry clash with Hastings. The Bulldogs will then hit the road to play at Waldorf on Saturday. Concordia is 6-0 in league play for the first time in program history as it attempts to chase down the program’s first ever GPAC regular season championship.
· For a closer look at this week’s matchups, check out the game notes linked HERE.
· This week:
o Wednesday, Oct. 14 vs. Hastings (3-7-1, 1-4-1 GPAC), 8 p.m.
o Saturday, Oct. 17 at Waldorf (5-9, 0-6 GPAC), 5:30 p.m.
Football
· Current record: 3-3, 3-3 GPAC.
· Most recent:
o Won at No. Dakota Wesleyan, 24-21, on Oct 10.
· Links: 2026 Schedule | Roster | Statistics | NAIA Coaches’ Poll
· Notable: In the second of three straight road outings, Concordia shook off an early deficit and secured a 24-21 victory at Dakota Wesleyan. The game turned early in the third quarter when Tiger quarterback Jed Jensen was picked off by corner Jett Farwell, who gathered the ball and raced 79 yards for a touchdown. The play made it a 21-14 Bulldog lead at the 10:16 mark of the third period. Concordia’s first two touchdowns came on scoring tosses from quarterback Camden Jensen, who found receiver Adam Van Cleave from three yards out and tight end Maddox Rickertsen from six yards out. Jensen made his second career start and completed 20-of-35 passes for 140 yards and also rushed 17 times for 47 yards. Freshman Dylan Mika carried the ball 18 times for 66 yards in his second start. Van Cleave finished with 11 catches for 76 yards. Defensively, the Bulldogs came away with 11 tackles for loss, six sacks and two interceptions (including one from Luke Penrod). Both Dylan Meyer (nine tackles, three TFLs, one sack) and AJ Frazey (seven tackles, 3.5 TFLs, two sacks) both enjoyed productive games. The victory marked the 50th of Head Coach Patrick Daberkow’s tenure. He ranks No. 4 on the program’s all-time wins list behind past head coaches in Courtney Meyer (70), Larry Oetting (63) and Herb Meyer (62). Concordia hopes to get healthier this week with a bye. The Bulldogs will play at No. 6 Morningside on Oct. 24.
· For details on each week’s matchup, check out the game notes linked HERE.
· Next up:
o Bye; will play at No. 6 Morningside (6-1, 5-1 GPAC) on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Volleyball
· Current record: 18-3, 9-1 GPAC; ranked No. 3 in the NAIA selection committee poll.
· Last week:
o Won at Waldorf, 26-24, 25-21, 25-18, on Oct. 9.
o Lost at No. 2 Northwestern, 25-23, 25-15, 25-22, on Oct. 10.
· Links: 2026 Schedule | Roster | Statistics | NAIA Selection Committee Poll
· Notable: A milestone win for Head Coach Ben Boldt highlighted the team’s weekend road trip that featured stops at Waldorf and No. 2 Northwestern. While taking care of Waldorf in three sets, Boldt picked up his 200th career win (winningest coach in program history). The Bulldogs limited the Warriors to a negative hitting percentage (-.035) while posting 11 blocks. The individual leader in that category was Makenna Starkey with seven (10 blocks for the week). Shandy Fa’ali’i tallied a team-high nine kills. On the other hand, the potent Red Raiders (20-1, 10-0 GPAC) stayed undefeated in conference play by handing Concordia a loss in straight sets. Northwestern leaned on superior passing and serving and the talents of Stella Winterfeld (15 kills and three aces). The Bulldogs missed out on opportunities in competitive first and third sets. The Red Raiders took over sole possession of first place in the GPAC and extended their conference regular season win streak to 51. Since the start of the 2024 season, Concordia has not dropped a match to a conference opponent other than Northwestern. This week’s slate shifts back to a Wednesday-Saturday alignment as the Bulldogs will host Mount Marty before making the short trip to College of Saint Mary. Concordia will be looking for season sweeps of both foes.
· For additional news and notes on Concordia Volleyball, check out the team’s homepage HERE.
· This week:
o Wednesday, Oct. 14 vs. Mount Marty (11-15, 1-9 GPAC), 7:30 p.m.
o Saturday, Oct. 17 at College of Saint Mary (14-10, 4-6 GPAC), 3 p.m.
Cross Country
· Most recent:
o Placed 5th/13 on the men’s side and 6th/13 on the women’s side at the Dordt Holiday Inn Express Classic on Oct. 10.
· Links: 2026 Schedule | Roster | NAIA Ratings: Men | Women
· Notable: The grueling stretch of three consecutive weekends with a meet has concluded for the Bulldogs, who entered 53 total runners into the field of competitors at last week’s Holiday Inn Express Classic hosted by Dordt. Head Coach Matt Beisel’s squads came away with place finishes of fifth out of 13 on the men’s and sixth out of 13 on the women’s side (in the Gold Divisions). The men’s team finished third among the six GPAC teams present at Dordt while led at the top of the lineup by junior Vaughn Hendrickson (25:32.6 8K) and seniors Trey Robertson (25:53.1) and Justin Sherman (26:32.7). Meanwhile, the women’s team placed fourth among seven GPAC teams behind its strong freshman class, spurred by Hope Beck (23:03.5 6K), Katie Johnsen (23:34.5) and Rachel Prince (23:38.7). Beck and Hendrickson were both named GPAC Runners of the Week following the Briar Cliff Invite. Beck has been the women’s team’s top runner at all four meets this season. In NAIA coaches’ polls released last week, Concordia received votes on the women’s side and did not receive any votes on the men’s side. The Bulldogs have a needed break in the schedule before returning to action on Oct. 24 when the Blazing Tiger Classic will take place in Ashland, Neb. It will be the final meet prior to the 2026 GPAC Championships in November.
· For additional news and notes on the Concordia Cross Country teams, click HERE.
· Up next:
o Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Blazing Tiger Classic (Mahoney State Park in Ashland, Neb.), 10 a.m.
Shooting Sports
· Most recent:
o Placed 2nd/12 at the Hastings Bronco Invite on Oct. 3-4.
· Links: 2026-27 Schedule | Roster
· Notable: In the second-to-last outing of the fall semester, the Bulldogs showed immense progress, placing second HOA (high overall) among 12 teams at the Hastings College Invitational (Oct. 3-4). Concordia busted 1,797 targets towards the team leaderboard while shining with a total of 461 in doubles skeet (second best in the field). Individually, Devin Harris placed as the HOA runner up and men’s sporting clays champion and Katie Welker-Luetje claimed women’s HOA and 5-stand championships. From an HOA perspective, Concordia’s top five competitors at the event in Grand Island, Neb., were Harris (367), Welker-Luetje (364), Clayton Gellerman (361), Jerry Kaibel (345) and Delayna Rife (338). The Bulldogs also shot team scores of 477 in trap, 447 in super sporting, 412 in sporting clays and 216 in 5-stand (and placed second in sporting clays and super sporting). Rarely included in collegiate shoots, 5-stand did not factor into HOA scoring. In doubles skeet, Concordia was paced by Harris (95), Gellerman (94), Welker-Luetje (92), Cody Carlson (90) and Faith Ritchie (90). Iowa Western Community College took the team title with a total of 1,835. Head Coach Dylan Owens’ Bulldogs were idle last week and will be again this week. The final event for the fall semester will be the Southeast Community College Invitational on Oct. 24-25.
· Up next:
o Southeast Community College Invitational on Oct. 24-25.