KANSAS (KansasShrineBowl.com) – The Kansas Shrine Bowl is proud to introduce the coaches who will lead the East and West teams in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Dodge City, Kansas. Each classification 1A through 6A is represented on the coaching staff, while the Head Coach of each team is selected from the previous year’s Kansas Shrine Bowl assistants.
The West team will be led by Dominick Dingle (Wichita Heights) and assisted by Russ Wells (Wichita South – 6A), Mike Vernon (Hutchinson – 5A), Daniel Myears (Mulvane – 4A), Tyson Bauerle (Hesston – 3A), Butch Hayes (Council Grove – 2A), and Alex McMillian (Plainville – 1A). Wells (2020), Vernon (2021) and Bauerle (2018) have all assisted on the West staff in previous Shrine Bowls, while Bauerle also led the 2019 West team to a 26-7 victory as the Head Coach at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City.
The East team will be led by Garrett Michael (Sabetha) and assisted by Josh Koerkenmeier (Blue Valley West – 6A), Jared Swafford (Seaman – 5A), Clete Frazell (Chanute – 4A), Mike Berg (Wellsville – 3A), Logan Wyrick (Humboldt – 2A), and Roger Holthaus (Centralia – 1A). Among the 2025 assistants, only Wyrick (2019) has previously coached in the Kansas Shrine Bowl.
“We’re thankful to have a great group of coaches willing to give of their time and talents to lead our teams in the 2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl,” said Brice Kesler, Executive Director of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. “It’s not an easy job to bring 44 players from different programs together and mold them into a team within one week. I have no doubt that these men will get that job done, while also exemplifying the mission behind the Kansas Shrine Bowl.”
The 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth will be played at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City, Kansas on Saturday, June 21st, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The initial rosters for the game will be announced during the annual Kansas Shrine Bowl Player Selection Show, which is set to air on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025, at 10:00 am. The selection show can be watched at www.KansasShrineBowl.com. For more information on the Kansas Shrine Bowl and all the additional camps, events and support opportunities surrounding the game, please visit www.KansasShrineBowl.com or call the Kansas Shrine Bowl office at 913-602-8656.
Shrine Bowl of Kansas Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that produces annual events and related activities, with net proceeds benefiting Shriners Children’s Hospital. Since 1974, nearly $4 million has been sent to Shriners Children’s thanks to the supporters of the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Shriners Children’s is a world-renowned healthcare system with hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe. Shriners Children’s is dedicated to improving the lives of children every day by providing pediatric specialty care, innovative research, and outstanding teaching programs for medical professionals. Children up to the age of 18 are eligible for care and receive all services in a family-centered environment, regardless of the patients’ ability to pay.
2025 KANSAS SHRINE BOWL EAST COACHING STAFF
Head Coach: Garrett Michael, Sabetha
2024 Record: n/a; Overall Head Coach Record: 104-59
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2018, 2024)
“The Kansas Shrine Bowl is #ForTheKids! It’s a life-changing experience, because you’re playing for a cause much bigger than yourself. The hospital kids have a spectacular view on life and their talents top the charts. When the world gives them setbacks, the Shriners gives them bounce backs. I’m so humbled and honored to be selected to participate in this great event. This is the pinnacle of high school football. My father was the East Shrine Bowl head coach in 1985, so this is a dream come true for me. I wouldn’t be able to serve in this role without my faith, family, our excellent players, our outstanding coaches and the wonderful community of Sabetha. I’m beyond excited for our 2025 Shrine Bowl players, to put on a show for the state of Kansas. Go East!”
6A Assistant: Josh Koerkenmeier, Blue Valley West
2024 Record: 10-2; Overall Head Coach Record: 40-49
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It is an honor to coach the 2025 Shrine Bowl. The mission and purpose of this event is truly special, and I am proud to be a part of it.”
5A Assistant: Jared Swafford, Seaman
2024 Record: 8-3; Overall Head Coach Record: 24-16
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It is a tremendous honor, and I am very humbled by the opportunity to coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl.”
4A Assistant: Clete Frazell, Chanute
2024 Record: 8-3; Overall Head Coach Record: 45-14
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It is an exciting opportunity to coach some of the best players in the state with some of the best coaches in the state in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. It makes it an even better experience when it is all for a great cause helping children in need!”
3A Assistant: Mike Berg, Wellsville
2024 Record: 11-1; Overall Head Coach Record: 164-96 (Baldwin, Wellsville)
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It’s an honor to help raise awareness for the Shriner’s and their mission, while working with some of the best coaches and players in the State of Kansas.”
2A Assistant: Logan Wyrick, Humboldt
2024 Record: 10-1; Overall Head Coach Record: 73-30
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2019)
“I feel like the coaching in the Kansas Shrine Bowl is the highest level of recognition you can possibly receive as a Kansas high school football coach. But even more importantly, I believe that what the Shriner’s are able to do and provide is one of the most noble and compassionate things imaginable, and I’m truly humbled to have the opportunity to even help in this small way.”
1A Assistant: Roger Holthaus, Centralia
2024 Record: 11-2; Overall Head Coach Record: 30-5
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“Coaching in the Shrine Bowl is a great honor and privilege. There’s no better way of giving a little something back to others who are in need.”
2025 KANSAS SHRINE BOWL WEST COACHING STAFF
Head Coach: Dominick Dingle, Wichita Heights
2024 Record: 2-7; Overall Head Coach Record: 28-34
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2024)
“First, I would like to thank God for allowing me to be selected as the Head coach of the Shrine Bowl West team. I am honored and grateful that God continues to work exceedingly and abundantly in my life. This opportunity is more than I could ever ask or imagine (Eph. 3:20). I am truly blessed for the opportunity to serve a role in helping the Shriners and the Kansas Shrine Bowl continue to make a positive impact on the lives of so many young people in Kansas and around the world. I would also like to thank my family, Wichita Heights players, coaching staff, administration, and the entire Falcon Family. Without your continued support and dedication this opportunity to represent Wichita Heights in the 2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl would not be possible. Westside!”
6A Assistant: Russ Wells, Wichita South
2024 Record: 6-4; Overall Head Coach Record: 18-35
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2020)
“The Kansas Shrine Bowl has done a wonderful job serving kids in need for over 50 years. It is an honor to participate with so many great coaches and players.”
5A Assistant: Mike Vernon, Hutchinson
2024 Record: 8-3; Overall Head Coach Record: 68-49 (Inman, Nickerson, Hutchinson)
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2021)
“It’s truly an honor to coach in the Shrine Bowl. I look forward to a week of competition and fellowship. All of which is done for a special cause.”
4A Assistant: Daniel Myears, Mulvane
2024 Record: 7-3; Overall Head Coach Record: 31-35
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It’s an incredible honor to be selected as a coach for the 2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl. This game represents more than just football—it’s a chance to work with some of the most talented student-athletes in the state while supporting an amazing cause. The opportunity to contribute to the mission of Shriners Children’s Hospital is truly humbling.”
3A Assistant: Tyson Bauerle, Hesston
2024 Record: 8-2; Overall Head Coach Record: 58-40 (Sterling, Hesston)
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: Assistant (2018), Head Coach (2019)
“It is an honor to receive the opportunity to coach in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. I’m fortunate to be surrounded by a great staff at Hesston with great players and a supportive family. Many people have a large role in our overall success, and I am blessed to represent our program in the Kansas Shrine Bowl. Go West!”
2A Assistant: Butch Hayes, Council Grove
2024 Record: 8-4; Overall Head Coach Record: 74-67 (Ellis, Council Grove)
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“It’s a great honor that is a reflection of my assistant coaches, players and overall program that we are building at Council Grove.”
1A Assistant: Alex McMillian, Plainville
2024 Record: 8-3; Overall Head Coach Record: 67-26 (Madison, Plainville)
Kansas Shrine Bowl Experience: none
“I am extremely honored and humbled to be a part of this year’s Shrine Bowl Game. I know this game and organization has had such a positive impact on so many people over the years and I am looking forward to being a part of it this summer.”
