LINCOLN, Neb — The Nebraska Shrine Bowl Executive Board has announced the coaching staff for the 68th Annual Nebraska Shrine Bowl.

Bennington head coach Kameron Lenhart will lead the North team. Under Lenhart, the Badgers have become a Class B powerhouse, winning multiple state titles and producing college-level talent.

Seward head coach Jamie Opfer will guide the South team. Opfer has led Seward to consistent postseason success and is known for developing disciplined, fundamentally strong teams.

“We are honored to have two of Nebraska’s finest high school coaches leading our Shrine Bowl teams,” said Dr. Jon Cerny, executive director of the Nebraska Shrine Bowl. “Kameron Lenhart and Jamie Opfer exemplify competitive excellence, integrity and a passion for helping young people succeed on and off the field.”

The Nebraska Shrine Bowl is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Ron and Carol Cope Stadium on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus.

News Channel Nebraska will televise the game statewide and stream it online.

North Team Assistant Coaches

  • Kurt Altig - North Platte
  • Troy Schlueter - Arlington
  • Tony Kobza - Raymond Central
  • Jim Clarkson - Clarkson-Leigh
  • Brandon Mimick - Bennington
  • Zach Byrd - Fort Calhoun

South Team Assistant Coaches

  • Aaron Thumann - Bellevue East
  • Josh Lewis - Adams Central
  • Jake McLain - Holdrege
  • Mitch Shepherd - Thayer Central
  • Wade Miller - Seward
  • Brian Lauck - Lincoln Northwest