Coach Stugart is entering his second season at MidAmerica Nazarene University after leading the Pioneers to a record of 7-3 in 2006.  Coach Stugart came to MNU is 2006 after serving on staff at the University of Northern Colorado since 1999. He was the defensive line coach prior to being named defensive coordinator in 2003. While at Northern Colorado, Stugart was part of two North Central Conference championship teams and two post-season appearances.  The Bears made an NCAA Division II quarterfinal appearance in 1999 and an NCAA Division II semi-final appearance in 2002, where they fell to eventual nation champion Grand Valley State. In 2003, his first year as defensive coordinator, the UNC defense ranked 16^th in the nation in total defense (284.5 ypg), while allowing only 16.4 points per game to rank 13^th in the country.

In his last four years at UNC, Stugart produced three All-Americans: current MNU defensive line coach Paul Hubbard, who led the nation in sacks his senior year with 16.5; current Washington Redskins safety Reed Doughty, who was drafted in the sixth round; and Anthony Dunn, who served separate stints with the Tennessee Titans and Houston Texans before going on to be named Rookie of the Year of the Arena Football League for the Colorado Crush.

In his first season at MNU, Stugart helped lead two Pioneers to All-American Honors: HAAC Player of the Year James Perry, and defensive end Mike Deavours.

A native of Greeley, Colorado, Stugart played football at Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California.  He earned a bachelor's degree in communication fro APU in 1994 and a master's degree in communication from UNC in 2003.

Coach Stugart and his wife, Angie, have two kids: Gunner Lance & Gracie Marie.

Contact Coach Stugart at: jlstugart@mnu.edu

Coach Frisch enters his 14^th year of coaching and his second as Defensive Coordinator at MNU.  In his first year at MNU, Frisch helped lead the Pioneers to a 7-3 record. Prior to coming to the Pioneer football program, Frisch spent the last four years as the secondary coach at Plano West Senior High in Plano, Texas.  While at Plano, he was part of the staff which led its team to its first 10-0 regular season record, 8-5A District Championship, and a second round playoff appearance.

Frisch's college experience began in 1994 at the University of Northern Colorado where he was a Graduate Assistant under current University of Wyoming head coach Joe Glenn. While at UNC, Frisch assisted with the secondary. After spending a year coaching high school in Florida, Frisch became the Defensive Coordinator at NCAA DIII Luther College in Decorah, Iowa from 1996-1998. Coach Frisch's playing experience included being a 4-year starter at Pacific Lutheran University under legendary head coach Frosty Westering.  While at PLU, Frisch was part of the 1991 squad that advanced to the NAIA National Championship.  In 1992, he was elected Captain while helping PLU win the Columbia Football Association League Championship and a second round playoff appearance.

Coach Frisch earned his master's in 1994 at the University of Northern Colorado and his bachelor's degree in physical education from Pacific Lutheran University in 1993. Frisch and his wife Jennifer have a son and a daughter; Garrison & Landry.

Coach Quinn joined the Pioneer staff in 2006 as the quarterback coach. He will enter his second season as the offensive coordinator for MNU. Prior to MNU, Coach Quinn played quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, Chicago Bears, and Jacksonville Jaguars. He started his college ball at Tulane University, but transferred to Middle Tennessee State of his second year of college. Coach Quinn brings yet more professional experience to the Pioneer's staff. Quinn lives in Overland Park with this wife, Casi, and their four children: Dakota, Colton, Aidan, and Ellie.

Returning for his 30th year on the Pioneer coaching staff, Coach Fields also serves as the MNU Athletic Facilities Coordinator. Coach Fields has been a part of 3 conference championships at MNU. Pulling double duty is not a new thing for Coach Fields. From 1980-1998 he was as assistant football coach as well as the head baseball coach. Rick and his wife of 23 years, Priscilla, both former Pioneer athletes, have a daughter Laura, and they reside in Olathe.

Coach Rosegrant returns this season for his third year as the special team coordinator. Coach Rosegrant has been part of the MNU staff for seven seasons, having also coached defensive backs. Coach Rosegrant played college football for MNU as a defensive back from 1990-1993. Rosegrant lives in Olathe and has two daughters, Blakely and Ally.

Coach Anders joined the Pioneer staff in 2006 and is returning for a second season as the running backs coach. The former NFL Pro Bowl running back with the Kansas City Chiefs will bring years of playing experience and running back knowledge to the Pioneer staff. Ander made the Pro Bowl in '95, '96, & '97 and still holds the record for catches by a running back with 369. Coach Ander played college football at the University of Houston. Coach Anders resides in Blue Springs and has four kids: Basia, Kimbriel, Kayla, and Kreal Watson.

The former MNU quarterback is entering his second season as the receivers coach. Coach Booth finished up his playing career last year with the Kansas City Brigade of the Arena Football League after spending two seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. In 2003, Booth was an NAIA All American and led the Pioneers to the NAIA playoffs. Coach Booth lives in Spring Hill.

Coach Campbell begins his seventh season with the MNU staff in 2007 and will be coaching the offensive line. Coach Campbell was a First Team HAAC All Conference and NAIA All American lineman in 2000. He lives in Olathe with his wife Heather and their daughter McKenzie.

Coach Hubbard enters his second year at MNU after coaching at the high school level. In 2004 Hubbard was an assistant defensive line coach at Northern Colorado. While playing for Coach Stugart, Hubbard was an NCAA All American defensive end in 2003. Hubbard is working on his master's degree at MNU and resides in Olathe.

Coach Meinke comes back to MNU for a fifth year. Prior to coaching and MNU he coached high school baseball and football at Gardner Edgerton & MVHS. Meinke played football and baseball for MNU from 1994-1997 and was part of two bowl games & college world series, respectively. Coach Meinke is currently the Recreation Director at College Church on the Nazarene. Meinke resides in Olathe with his wife Angie and their daughter Mya.

Coach Robinson is in his second year at MNU. Robinson coached one season at East Texas Baptist University prior to coming to MNU. Coach Robinson was an All Conference corner back at EBTU and completed his playing career in 2004. Robinson is working on his master's degree at MNU as a graduate assistant and lives in Olathe with his wife Brandi and their son Vontay.

Coach Spellman begins his fourth year at MNU and will be coaching the linebackers and punters. This is Spellman's eleventh year coaching football, having spent seven years on the defensive staff at Baker University. Coach Spellman, a graduate of Central Missouri State University, coach at the high school level in Missouri for three decades. Spellman and his wife Sandra love in Lee's Summit and have three children: Chris, Scott, and Amie. Coach Spellman also has five grandkids: Michael, Matthew, Sam, Paige, and Grace.