Coach: MARK MCFARLAND

2024 Record: 1-9

SCHEDULE
8-29 – at Osceola
9-5 – vs. Rich Hill
9-12 – vs. Lockwood
9-26 – vs. Liberal
10-3 – at Greenfield
10-9 – vs. Archie
10-17 – at NHCA
10-24 – vs. Appleton City

OFFENSE
Optimism is growing on the campus of Jasper High School as head coach Mark McFarland and the Eagles embrace the new season ahead. Coach McFarland and the coaching staff consisting of Justin Sentlinger, Tyler Gripka, Johnathan Nash, Travis Storm and Aaron Ritchhart have prepared the Eagles for another run at a tough schedule. Team chemistry, work ethic and never-quit attitude is what the coaching staff is preaching.

“Circumstance does not change responsibility, attitude, or effort. Constant pursuit of improving your very best effort and being a great teammate will transfer into the real world,” said coach McFarland. Players like Colt Clements (5-9, 160, So.) and William Ritchhart (6-2, 160, Jr.) are key players in helping the
Eagles have a great season. Gaige Mitchell (6-5, 200, Jr.) is a two-way player who could see time
at tight end and defensive end giving the Eagles a playmaker on both sides of the ball.
Ritchhart is an athletic player who can also play tight end, while Clements will see time at
running back. Kolby Duncan (5- 9, 160, Sr.) is a hard runner who can move the chains and help
this offense score points. Also look for Carson Lehman (5-7, 140, Sr.) at quarterback. A multisport athlete, Lehman has the athleticism to make plays in the backfield and keep himself out of trouble.

DEFENSE
Duncan is likely the starter at middle linebacker with Keilen Greene (5-10, 175, Jr.) seeing time at defensive end with Mitchell. The pair give the Eagles two pass rushers who can pressure opposing
quarterbacks and force mistakes. Coach McFarland expects the defense to be a strength this
season.

“Battle-tested experience and growth mentally and physically,” McFarland said. “[We have] a larger group of seniors with experience and the drive to succeed, supported by underclassmen who are willing to follow them into the fire.” Waylon Ritchhart (5-10, 160, Sr.) will help shore up the secondary with Lehman playing strong safety. The pair can limit the big play potential of their opponents. Greene is another player who will see time going both ways. Look for Greene to help the Eagle defense upfront at rush
end.

“We strive for daily improvements in all areas with a die-hard attitude. We will face every challenge
with a never-quit passion and bring our best efforts every play,” said McFarland.