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Russell Broncos Football
Building Champions On and Off the Field With The FAM.
F.A.M. — Family. Accountability. Mindset.
“We commit to being a Family that puts we over me, supporting and uplifting one another in everything we do. We embrace Accountability by holding ourselves and each other to high standards, striving every day to be better for everyone. We cultivate a strong Mindset rooted in belief—believing in ourselves, believing in each other, and believing in what we can achieve together. Through unity, responsibility, and confidence, we work to grow, lead, and succeed as one.
This is who we are. This is how we operate. F.A.M. — Family. Accountability. Mindset.”
2025 Season Statistics
7-3
Season Record
Best record in 25 years
246
Points Scored
Averaging 24.6 per game
219
Points Allowed
Averaging 21.9 Per Game
3,683
Total Yards
Offensive powerhouse
12
Interceptions
5 More than National Average
15
Sacks
76 Sack Yds Lost
30 QB Hurries
56
TFL
6 More than National Average
41
Total TD's
4 more than National Average
The 2025 Season
The 2025 season proved to be a remarkable chapter in our program's history, marked by outstanding individual performances and significant team achievements.
Mid-Continent League All-League Selections
  • First Team: Trey Zorn (QB), Sam Thielen (WR/DB – Unanimous Selection), Walker Middleton (WR – Unanimous Selection), Wyatt Harmon (LB), Ian Strobel (OL/DL)
  • Second Team: Wyatt Harmon (RB), Dominick Hernandez (WR), Alex Krug (Punter)
  • Honorable Mention: Max Evans (WR), Jamis Self (OL), Alex Krug (LB), Corbin William (DL)
Season Achievements
  • Achieved a stellar 7-3 record, marking the best season in 22 years.
  • Advanced to the Regional round of the Class 2A State playoffs.
  • Secured four road victories, including a dominant performance in the season opener at TMP-Marian.
  • Celebrated the program's first road playoff win since 1979 against Cimarron.
  • Defeated Norton for only the second time in program history.
All-State Recognition
Sam Thielen earned All-State honors as a wide receiver in Class 2A. The Bronco senior had 31 receptions for 660 yards and 8 touchdowns, plus 70 rushing yards and a score, helping Russell to a 7-3 record and the second round of the playoffs.
Media All-State Selections
Trey Zorn earned Media All-State honors as an Athlete, while Walker Middleton was recognized as a Return Specialist. Dominick Hernandez, Wyatt Harmon, and Ian Strobel received Honorable Mention recognition on the Media All-State lists.
2025 Season Schedule
Week 1 - 9/4
@ Thomas More Prep-Marian
Away • 7:00 PM • W 29-22
Week 2 - 9/11
@ Oakley
Away • 7:00 PM • W 33-0
Week 3 - 9/19
vs. Plainville
Home • 7:00 PM • W 28-6
Week 4 - 9/26
vs. Larned
Home • 7:00 PM • W 52-0
Week 5 - 10/3
@ Phillipsburg
Away • 7:00 PM • L 29-28
Week 6 - 10/10
vs. Norton
Home • 7:00 PM • W 46-14
Week 7 - 10/17
@ Minneapolis
Away • 7:00 PM • W 37-36
Week 8 - 10/25
vs. Beloit
Home • 7:00 PM • L 26-20
Week 9 - 10/31
@ Cimarron
Away • 7:00 PM • W 25-14
Week 10 - 11/7
vs. Southeast of Saline
Home • 7:00 PM • L 44-12
Meet the 2025 Broncos Roster
Coaching Staff
Cole Greenwood
Head Coach
Our dedicated coaching team is committed to developing our athletes both on and off the field.
Assistant Coaches
Wyatt Lanning
OC - Offensive Coordinator
Sloan Hayden
LB/TE Coach
Dylan Plummer
DB/WR Coach
Wyatt Middleton
S/QB Coach
George Gibson
OL/DL Coach
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Broncos Culture: The Russell Way
Compete Every Day
We bring relentless effort to every practice, every drill, and every snap. Excellence is earned through consistent hard work and unwavering commitment.
Brotherhood First
We play for each other. The bonds we forge on this team last a lifetime, built on trust, respect, and shared sacrifice for a common goal.
Champions Mindset
We prepare to win championships. From film study to weight room to game day, we expect excellence and hold ourselves to the highest standards.
Student Before Athlete
Academic success is non-negotiable. We develop scholar-athletes who excel in the classroom and carry their discipline into every area of life.
Athletes Recruiting Page
Check out our recruits
Contact: Coach Cole Greenwood
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 785-393-2455
Broncos Alumni: Where Are They Now?
The Russell Broncos have a proud tradition of sending student-athletes to compete at the next level. Our alumni play across Division II, III, and NAIA programs throughout the region. More importantly, they become leaders in their communities, successful professionals, and proud ambassadors of the Broncos legacy.
Braydon Gibson
Kansas Wesleyan University
Safety
2021 Conference Champion
Charlie Krug 23'
Nebraska Wesleyan/Nebraska Lincoln (Non-Football)
Line Backer
Wildlife Biology Major
Mason Rohr 25'
Washburn university
Baseball (Catcher)
Accounting Major
1
  • 19 NAIA scholarships
  • 3 Division III program Offers
2
Academics
  • 0 Members of the team on the academic ineligibility list
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