Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

[MilwaukeeJacksAlum]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Played for him for 4 1/2 years and was recruited by him while in high school (he was the D-cord and LB coach then). While it was no secret of his religious beliefs, the only level of preaching Coach Stig ever put on anyone was simply to get them to reach their fullest potential. "You only get so many opportunities in life, men" is a line that is uttered quite often by Stig. He hugs his former players instead of impersonal handshakes and tells them to be good family men above anything else because he believes those things are important. That probably is tied into his religion beliefs, but is due more to him simply being a good man above anything else. If you have young children and get an opportunity to introduce your kids to Stig, do so. Watch how well he relates to kids. I brought my oldest daughter (then 5) to the UNI loss two seasons ago. I talked to him after the game and he was very disappointed in letting that game slip away. He pushed that disappointment aside, kneeled down to get to eye level with my daughter and had a 5 minute conversation with her. He gave me a hug and told me that talking to my daughter and seeing me as a dad made his day...and he meant it. That's just who he is.

Great football coach, better person.

[JACKGUYII]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Played for him for 4 1/2 years and was recruited by him while in high school (he was the D-cord and LB coach then). While it was no secret of his religious beliefs, the only level of preaching Coach Stig ever put on anyone was simply to get them to reach their fullest potential. "You only get so many opportunities in life, men" is a line that is uttered quite often by Stig. He hugs his former players instead of impersonal handshakes and tells them to be good family men above anything else because he believes those things are important. That probably is tied into his religion beliefs, but is due more to him simply being a good man above anything else. If you have young children and get an opportunity to introduce your kids to Stig, do so. Watch how well he relates to kids. I brought my oldest daughter (then 5) to the UNI loss two seasons ago. I talked to him after the game and he was very disappointed in letting that game slip away. He pushed that disappointment aside, kneeled down to get to eye level with my daughter and had a 5 minute conversation with her. He gave me a hug and told me that talking to my daughter and seeing me as a dad made his day...and he meant it. That's just who he is.

Great football coach, better person.

Wow. That gives you chills. Wished I could have played for such a man!

[jack power]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Played for him for 4 1/2 years and was recruited by him while in high school (he was the D-cord and LB coach then). While it was no secret of his religious beliefs, the only level of preaching Coach Stig ever put on anyone was simply to get them to reach their fullest potential. "You only get so many opportunities in life, men" is a line that is uttered quite often by Stig. He hugs his former players instead of impersonal handshakes and tells them to be good family men above anything else because he believes those things are important. That probably is tied into his religion beliefs, but is due more to him simply being a good man above anything else. If you have young children and get an opportunity to introduce your kids to Stig, do so. Watch how well he relates to kids. I brought my oldest daughter (then 5) to the UNI loss two seasons ago. I talked to him after the game and he was very disappointed in letting that game slip away. He pushed that disappointment aside, kneeled down to get to eye level with my daughter and had a 5 minute conversation with her. He gave me a hug and told me that talking to my daughter and seeing me as a dad made his day...and he meant it. That's just who he is.

Great football coach, better person.

That was fantastic. Thanks for sharing

[Jacks99]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Stig is a big reason I am such an avid fan 10 years removed. He is one of the coaches that has it figured out off the field and not too bad on the field either!

[Jack4Life]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Been a little busy lately and haven't been keeping up on the forum. I go to Calvary and last year when Stig was in Yankton I asked him if he spoke to church groups and if so, would he be interested in speaking to a father/son program at our church. He said "He would be honored if we asked him" and yes, he would do it. I asked what kind of compensation he gets and he answered, "I don't charge anything, cause it makes not difference, my wife gets it anyway." We are going to give him an honorarium and mileage, but it was so cool that when I asked him, he made it an honor for him to be asked. Unfortunately when we scheduled this I did not know I was going to be in Fargo for the week at meetings, so I will miss hearing him. Oh well, I have heard him before and hope a lot of men and young men from the community come and here him.

[MaddogJack]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Been a little busy lately and haven't been keeping up on the forum. I go to Calvary and last year when Stig was in Yankton I asked him if he spoke to church groups and if so, would he be interested in speaking to a father/son program at our church. He said "He would be honored if we asked him" and yes, he would do it. I asked what kind of compensation he gets and he answered, "I don't charge anything, cause it makes not difference, my wife gets it anyway." We are going to give him an honorarium and mileage, but it was so cool that when I asked him, he made it an honor for him to be asked. Unfortunately when we scheduled this I did not know I was going to be in Fargo for the week at meetings, so I will miss hearing him. Oh well, I have heard him before and hope a lot of men and young men from the community come and here him.

I agree - the more young men you can put in front of him when they are still in question as to who would be good to play for, the better. As a father, there is no one I hold in higher regard in his profession.

[MaddogJack]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Played for him for 4 1/2 years and was recruited by him while in high school (he was the D-cord and LB coach then). While it was no secret of his religious beliefs, the only level of preaching Coach Stig ever put on anyone was simply to get them to reach their fullest potential. "You only get so many opportunities in life, men" is a line that is uttered quite often by Stig. He hugs his former players instead of impersonal handshakes and tells them to be good family men above anything else because he believes those things are important. That probably is tied into his religion beliefs, but is due more to him simply being a good man above anything else. If you have young children and get an opportunity to introduce your kids to Stig, do so. Watch how well he relates to kids. I brought my oldest daughter (then 5) to the UNI loss two seasons ago. I talked to him after the game and he was very disappointed in letting that game slip away. He pushed that disappointment aside, kneeled down to get to eye level with my daughter and had a 5 minute conversation with her. He gave me a hug and told me that talking to my daughter and seeing me as a dad made his day...and he meant it. That's just who he is.

Great football coach, better person.

Couldn't have said it better, GW! DITTO!

[jackmd]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

Coach Stig did an absolutely amazing job and left an impression on a number of men and young men that they will never forget. He really is a remarkable man who is unselfish, strong in his conviction and unafraid of doing the right thing.

200 people attended his talk and I guarantee you everyone of them would jump at the chance to hear him speak again.

[Jack4Life]

Re: Coach Stiegelmeir in Yankton

I was unable to attend Monday night, but did watch the DVD last night. Stig is truly a humble man that is unashamed of his faith. I talked with several who attended and like MD said, all were touched by Stig's words.