Three Local Players to Join Viking Football

BLAIR, NE – The Dana College Football announced the signing of three players to national letters of intent on Tuesday.  Joining the Vikings for the 2008-2009 season are Cameron Boettcher, Rodney Guy, and Rob Hayduk.  All three were members of the Blair High School football team last season.

Cameron Boettcher is an offensive lineman from Blair.  He is the son of Robert and Tammy Boettcher.  He plans to major in Secondary Education and History during his career at Dana College.

“Cameron had great feet and can either help us at center or guard,” commented Head Coach Bill Danenhauer.  “We are very excited that Cameron has chosen Dana College to continue his academic and athletic career.”

Rodney Guy is a defensive lineman from Blair.  He is the son of Rodney Guy.  He plans to major in Criminal Justice during his career at Dana College.  Guy was a three year letter winner at Blair High.

“Rodney is a very strong inside player and will help to give us a presence inside,” commented Head Coach Bill Danenhauer.  “We are very excited that Rodney has chosen to stay close to home to play his college football.” 

Rob Hayduk is a defensive lineman from Blair.  He is the son of Bob and Lori Hayduk.  He plans to major in Athletic Training during his athletic and academic career at Dana College.  Hayduk was a two-year letter winner at Blair High School in football and a three year letter winner in track.  He was a part of the All-Conference, All-District and All-Omaha Area teams as a senior.

“Rob will bring speed to the defensive line and will help us with the outside pass rush,” commented Head Coach Bill Danenhauer.

“Overall, we are excited that all three are going to continue their football career here at Dana College and close to home,” added Coach Danenhauer.  “We feel they will be great additions to the 2008 recruiting class.”

The Vikings finished the 2008 season with a record of 4-7.  Dana College is a private, Lutheran college located in Blair, Nebraska.  They participate in the Great Plaines Athletic Conference and a member of the NAIA.  Dana College is a place where all students actively participate.

For more information please contact:

 Shad Beam, Sports Information 402-426-7389 or sbeam@dana.edu.