Central Lakes College has named Mark Lindquist as its new Athletic Director and women’s basketball coach. Lindquist brings a long history with the college and deep experience in coaching and student development.

Lindquist has served as an assistant women’s basketball coach at 91�Թ��� since 2022. He previously coached as a men’s basketball assistant from 2018 to 2020. His coaching journey began in 1987, when he��worked��basketball camps while serving as co-captain of his high school State Tournament team.��

After graduating from Hamline University in 1992, Lindquist spent time as a freelance sportswriter in Duluth.��He joined Central Lakes College as a faculty member in 2017 and later earned a��master’s degree in Physical Education: Coaching of Sport from Southwest Minnesota State University in 2023.��

Beyond the college, Lindquist has made a strong impact as an AAU girls’ basketball coach with Lakes Area Minn Starks. He led his 13U and 14U teams to back-to-back Minnesota AAU championship game appearances, capturing the state title in 2023.��

“I appreciate the many opportunities Central Lakes College has offered me over the years,” said Lindquist. “In this new role, I look forward to supporting our student-athletes, coaches, and colleagues, and to continuing to build a culture of care that supports both academic and athletic success.”��

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The honored student-athletes listed for the All-Academic Team all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards established by the����members.

Honored Baseball athletes include:

• Nate Solinger
• Tristan Wilson
• Fedele Akakpo
• Asher Borle
• Micah Cosgrove
• Brady Dornseif
• Marshall Kalm
• Scott Lewis
• Anthony Micheli

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The honored student-athletes listed for the All-Academic Team all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards established by the����members.

The����Elite Team��is comprised of student-athletes who earned All-Division, All-Conference, All-Region or All-American honors, and were also named����All-Academic in the same competitive season.

Honored softball athletes include:

2025-26 MCAC All-Academic Team

• Cali Cross
• Lily Roehl
• Emily Rademacher
• Megan Hattenberger
• Lauren Soltis
• Brooke Soltis
• Joze Tautges
• Madilyn Molitor
• Alex Schmidtke
• Grace Rust
• Jenna Dykhoff

MCAC Elite Awards

• Lily Roehl
• Megan Hattenberger
• Lauren Soltis
• Joze Tautges
• Grace Rust
• Jenna Dykhoff

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The honored student-athletes listed for the All-Academic Team all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards established by the ��members.

The����Elite Team��is comprised of student-athletes who earned All-Division, All-Conference, All-Region or All-American honors, and were also named����All-Academic in the same competitive season.

Honored Men’s Basketball athletes include:

2025-26 MCAC All-Academic Team

• Wylee Dauenbaugh
• Eli Tautges
• Ethan Painter
• Royce Kytola

MCAC Elite Awards

• Wylee Dauenbaugh
• Eli Tautges

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The honored student-athletes listed for the All-Academic Team all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards established by the����members.

The����Elite Team��is comprised of student-athletes who earned All-Division, All-Conference, All-Region or All-American honors, and were also named����All-Academic in the same competitive season.

Honored Women’s Basketball athletes include:

2025-26 MCAC All-Academic Team

• Lex Vesel
• Gracie Mudgett
• Sophia DeRosa

MCAC Elite Awards

• Lex Vesel

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Megan Hattenberger
Joze Tautges
Morgan Kloss
Jenna Dykhoff
Lauren Soltis

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MCAC��North All-Division Team
First team:
Megan Hattenberger
Joze Tautges
Morgan Kloss
Jenna Dykhoff
Lauren Soltis
Lily Roehl
Grace Rust

Coach of the Year: Ray Austin
Player of the Year: Megan Hattenberger

All-MCAC Team
Megan Hattenberger
Joze Tautges
Morgan Kloss
Jenna Dykhoff
Lauren Soltis
Lily Roehl
Grace Rust

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“This is a tremendous opportunity, and I am extremely excited to take over the Raider football program,” Vesel said. “I was born and raised in Minnesota and am a graduate of Vermilion Community College. My goal is to elevate this program to��a high level��of excellence, and I am eager to build a competitive presence in the MCAC and develop a program that��represents��our community with pride.”��

Vesel will begin his first season at the helm of the Raiders this fall. Throughout his career, he has earned a reputation for transforming struggling programs into competitive teams while cultivating��strong team��culture and accountability.��

A Duluth native, Vesel began his collegiate playing career at��Vermilion Community College, where he played fullback for Vermilion Hall of Fame coach��Rudy��Semeja. Vesel earned��Region XIII honors��during his two seasons with the Ironmen before continuing his playing career at the��University of Wisconsin–Superior. Playing under legendary coach��Gil Krueger, Vesel transitioned from fullback to offensive guard and earned��all‑conference honorable mention��recognition with the Yellowjackets.��

As a high school head football coach, Vesel achieved historic success��at��multiple programs. He led the��Carlton Bulldogs (Carlton, Minn.)��to the only State��Tournament��appearance in school history. At��La Crosse Logan High School (La Crosse, Wis.), Vesel guided the Rangers to the best finish in program history, reaching the��State Quarterfinals, a milestone that was not matched for 12 years after his departure. He later led the��La Crescent Lancers (La Crescent, Minn.)��to their most successful stretch ever, posting a��9–2 record��and advancing to��two Section Championship games.��

“We are excited to welcome Coach Brett Vesel as the next head football coach at Central Lakes College,” said��Krystal Brodeen, Director of Athletics. “Throughout this process, it was important for us to��identify��a leader who prioritizes accountability, strong character, and the overall development of our student‑athletes. Brett has a proven commitment to mentoring young men and fostering a positive and competitive team culture. His approach to player development aligns with our department’s values, and we are confident he will have a meaningful and lasting impact on our football program and campus community.”��

Vesel’s coaching resume extends well beyond football. He has served as a��Head Wrestling Coach, Head Boys & Girls Track Coach, Head Girls Basketball Coach, Head Girls Hockey Coach, and Head Girls Flag Football Coach, while also working with��numerous��youth athletic programs throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin.��

Beyond wins and losses, Vesel has committed his career to developing student‑athletes both on and off the field. His philosophy emphasizes motivation, leadership, accountability, and personal growth, encouraging athletes to��“Dare to Be Great”��in every aspect of their lives.��

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Wylee Dauenbaugh, a sophomore guard, was selected as this season’s MCAC North Player-of-the-Year. Dauenbaugh started in all 29 games for the Raiders this season, and he hit 134 of his 279 shots from the field, connecting on 48% of his shots. He also shot 42% from the three-point arc and 80.3% from the free-throw line. Dauenbaugh scored 389 points this season, averaging 13.4 points per game. He grabbed 107 rebounds, stole 31 balls, and blocked 11 shots. He also assisted on 71 made baskets, which ranked him 12th in the MCAC North in assists. Under Dauenbaugh’s leadership, the Raiders put together an 18-11 overall record and 11-1 North Division record. Central Lakes claimed the MCAC North Division title.

Jim Russell, head men’s basketball coach, was named the MCAC North Coach-of-the-Year. Russell led the Raiders to the MCAC North Division title, compiling an 18-11 overall record and an 11-1 record in the MCAC North this season. Central Lakes College entered the NJCAA Region 13 Men’s Basketball Tournament last week as the #1 seed from the North, and defeated St. Cloud Technical and Community College on a buzzer-beater to advance to the tournament semifinals. Russell’s team then lost a close semifinal game to Ridgewater College, 105-97, ending their season.

North Division Team
Wylee Dauenbaugh
Korde Roseman
Lake DeJongh
Eli Tautges

All-MCAC Team
Wylee Dauenbaugh
Korde Roseman

All-Defensive Team
Anthony Giadyu
Korde Roseman

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Recognized individuals combined athletic and academic accomplishments while competing at a member MCAC institution during the Fall 2025 semester. This conference honor demonstrates the commitment of the member institutions, administration, coaches, and student-athletes to provide and engage in a balanced educational experience, which is integral to the philosophy of the Minnesota College Athletic Conference.

The honored student-athletes listed all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards established by the Minnesota College Athletic Conference members.

The athletic component combined with a strong GPA standard exemplifies the balanced excellence promoted by the MCAC and the NJCAA Division III philosophy.

Raiders honored include:

Jaykwon Armour, Football, Chicago, IL

Antonio Davis, Football, Daytona Beach, FL

Colin Schack, Football, St. Francis, MN

Josh Gallashaw, Football, Philadelphia, PA

Barrett Katzenberger, Football, Ironton, MN

Alex Hart, Football, Minneapolis, MN

Anthony Micheli, Football, Oak Grove, MN

Paul Jackson IV, Football, Akron, OH

Keyuandre Watkins, Football, Wayzata, MN

Scott Lewis, Football, Houston, TX

Samuel Brown, Football, Naples, FL

Javon Glaspie, Football, Indianapolis, IN

Tayler Hill, Football, Colorado Springs, CO

Jaxson Tohm-Jung, Football, Minot, ND

Maddie Lochner, Volleyball, Pierz, MN

Megan Matarelli, Volleyball, Carlton, MN

Baylie O’Neil, Volleyball, Aitkin, MN

Danielle Kocur, Volleyball, Pillager, MN

Gracie Mudgett, Volleyball, Pillager, MN

Jada Loucks, Volleyball, Pillager, MN

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