Football 2026

The Central College football program is developing uncommon men who are driven to achieve uncommon goals. Our program is committed to providing the best opportunity for success on the field, in the classroom and in our players’ personal lives. We are proud of the legacy of the program and determined to continue to build upon its success. We’re proud that we currently have not had a losing season since 1960. We have completed back-to-back successful recruiting cycles in terms of quality and numbers. Our team is composed of men who are focused on the process and possess an outstanding work ethic. We have a team GPA of 3.25 and recently had a player, Peyton Ritzert, make the All-State Good works team. We continue improving every day.

Central College football needs your help to advance our program. The areas of technology, equipment and team travel are categories that need support. Recently, the NCAA passed legislation allowing ‘coach to player’ in-game communication. This rule change has created a need for improved practice and game-day communication technology. To stay competitive with our opponents, we needed to purchase new headsets, belt packs, and helmet speakers. Our commitment to improving player skill and technique has created a need for additional blocking and tackling equipment along with leverage chutes. Our request for assistance with team travel expenses stems from Luther College's recent decision to leave the American Rivers Conference. This sudden departure resulted in our team adding an additional away game which increased this year’s travel costs.

We need your help. As we continue to develop our players and grow our program, we rely on the generous support of alumni, family and friends to provide our team with critical resources. We’re launching a new initiative to raise $50,000. Your gifts will significantly impact our ability to meet our needs. 

We appreciate your support as we develop men who are champions both on and off the field. Thank you!

Coach Jeff McMartin