Football
Football Teams
First Day of 2022 Season
August 15
Schedule
Coaches
Chad Abbott '94
Offensive Coordinator
Tim Flynn '88
Defensive Backs Coach
Abbott Bio
Years of Experience: 25 years
High School attended: Saint Thomas Academy
College and Major: Concordia University - Broadcast Journalism
Why Saint Thomas Academy? The impact the school and football program had on me as a student is something I wanted to share with others. It's a special place and tradition rich program that has helped produce thousands of successful, hard working young men.
A fun fact about yourself: Favorite job as a kid was a shoe repairman.
Family: Best Football Wife on the Planet and 3 Supportive Kids
Flynn Bio
Years of Experience: 30 years
High School attended: Saint Thomas Academy
College and Major: University of St. Thomas, Criminal Justice Law Enforcement
Why Saint Thomas Academy? Values, Discipline, Teamwork
A fun fact about yourself: Enjoy woodworking as a hobby
Family: Wife Ann, children Jack, Olivia and Sean
Justin Larson
Wide Receivers Coach
jlarson@cadets.com
Luke Marks '11
Offensive Line Coach
lmarks@cadets.com
Nick McCarthy '02
Running Backs Coach
nmccarthy@cadets.com
Larson Bio
Years of Experience: 12 years
High School attended: Spring Valley High School, Spring Valley, WI
College and Major: University of Wisconsin - River Falls - Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education. Major: Health & Human Performance. Graduate: University of Wisconsin - River Falls. Masters of Science Education - School Counseling
Why Saint Thomas Academy? Saint Thomas Academy has a prestigious history, outstanding facilities, and high expectations. It is a privilege to work here, with this coaching staff, and high quality student-athletes.
A fun fact about yourself: Coach Larson was a tight end and linebacker on a record setting high school football team. The Spring Valley Cardinals won 29 straight games and two state championships during his junior and senior seasons.
Marks Bio
Years of Experience: 9 years
High School attended: saint Thomas Academy
College and Major: University of St. Thomas, Communications and Journalism
Why Saint Thomas Academy? Saint Thomas Academy provides boys with an opportunity to lead in a host of different areas and isn't afraid to hold its Cadets to a high standard.
A fun fact about yourself: I have coached alongside almost every single one of my high school coaches.
Family: Wife Samantha and daughter Magdalen
McCarthy Bio
Years of Experience: 17 years
High School attended: Saint Thomas Academy
College and Major: Marquette University - History and Spanish
Why Saint Thomas Academy? I have taught here for 13 years and I attended school here for 6 years. I firmly believe in the mission of the school and I love getting to know my students better as their coach as well.
A fun fact about yourself: I love to travel and have travelled to 18 different countries. I have also coached a state championship wrestling match and 3 state championship football games.
Family: Wife Mary, children Anna, Abby, and Lizzy
Jon Springer
Defensive Coordinator
Dave Ziebarth
Special Teams Coach
dziebarth@cadets.com
Mike Rogalski
Secondary Coach
Springer Bio
Years of Experience: 15 years
High School attended: Owatonna
College and Major: Hamline University - Economics and Business
Why Saint Thomas Academy? Great kids, supportive parents & administration, and passionate alumni!
A fun fact about yourself: I once won a Pass, Dribble, Shoot contest.
Family: My wife Andrea and I have two children, Jack & Isabelle.
Ziebarth Bio
Years of Experience: 44 years of coaching multiple sports and levels
High School attended: Le Sueur High School
College and Major: Gustavus Adolphus College, BA, U. of St. Thomas- masters in educational technology
Why Saint Thomas Academy? I started at Saint Thomas Academy in the fall of 1980. I found a home. At STA, I made deep and lasting friendships with colleagues, a number of students that I taught and coached eventually became teachers and coaches at STA and became close friends. I cherished the community and the relationships I formed.
A fun fact about yourself: Hobbies include fishing, hunting, gardening. I also once got into a ring to wrestle a 900 lb bear!
Family: My wife is Colleen and I have three stepchildren; Jack, Molly, and Katie and 4 grandchildren.
Rogalski Bio
Years of Experience: 11 years
High School attended: Marshall High School
College and Major: University of Minnesota - BS Computer Science
Why Saint Thomas Academy? Excellence is expected in every aspect of the school from the administration, teachers, coaches, and students.
A fun fact about yourself: 1986 MN State Class AA Track and Field Long Jump Champion
Family: Wife Shari and I have two boys, Mark and Todd.
Gabe Henderson
Tight Ends Coach
Tim Hernandez '77
Quarterback Coach
Derek Wilson
Defensive Line Coach
Hernandez Bio
Years of Experience: 38 years
High School attended: Saint Thomas Academy
College and Major: Carleton College, Psychology
Why Saint Thomas Academy? I was fortunate to have had a Saint Thomas Academy education along with my 3 brothers. I was also fortunate to have outstanding faculty and coaches who mentored me. This is my opportunity to pay it forward.
A fun fact about yourself: I have 14 grandchildren
Family: Wife Midge, sons Tony ‘97, Andy ‘98, Zach ‘02, John ‘04, and daughters Miquela ’00, Chelsea ‘05 and Jackie ‘07 at Visitation.
Wilson Bio
Years of Experience: 5 years
High School attended: Eagan High School
College and Major: Hamline - Economics and Finance
Why Saint Thomas Academy? It's a great football program with tremendous leadership. I enjoy working with such a passionate group of young men.
A fun fact about yourself: I was initially a QB, until moving to D line which became my passion
Dan Shuster
Inside Linebackers Coach
Duane Jourdeans
Wide Receivers Coach
Shuster Bio
Years of Experience: 20 years
High School attended: Orr High School
College and Major: Concordia University St. Paul B.A. Education
Why Saint Thomas Academy? The culture and environment of the STA is outstanding and contagious.
A fun fact about yourself: I love to take Hot Yoga classes.
Family: Kate is my wife and we have three girls Avery, Adelle, and Amaya and a dog named Josey!
Jourdeans Bio
Years of Experience: 27 years
High School attended: St. Croix Central (WI)
College and Major: UW-River Falls, English Education
Why Saint Thomas Academy? I love the focus on creating great leaders and great men.
A fun fact about yourself: I've been a part of three high school state football championships: one as a player and two as a head coach (and I was fortunate enough to coach Coach Larson).
Family: Wife: Heather; 2 sons: Zak and Trey
Results
Fall 2022-23 Season
Opponent | Date | Time | Location | Score |
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vs.
Tartan
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Tartan | 49 - 3 |
vs.
Apple Valley
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St. Thomas Academy | 42 - 7 |
vs.
Mahtomedi
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Mahtomedi High School | 28 - 14 |
vs.
Irondale
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St. Thomas Academy | 38 - 7 |
vs.
Hastings
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Hastings - McNamara Stadium/Todd Field | 48 - 13 |
vs.
Cretin-Derham Hall
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St. Thomas Academy | 34 - 0 |
vs.
Two Rivers High School
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Two Rivers | 51 - 0 |
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