Flag Football Coach Bios

Born and raised in El Paso, Texas, my mother taught me gratitude, strength, and belief without doubt. That mindset shaped my life and coaching philosophy. Coaching began as a way to spend time with my sons but grew into a passion for giving back. I blend old-school discipline with a new-school approach, meeting athletes where they are and helping them grow. Feedback is key—players always know how to improve. In sports and life, we don’t just show up—we get better every day.

From Boston, Massachusetts lived in Kansas now for 15 years. Coach Donovan is a proud union iron worker. Coach Donovan has 3 kids with one on the way. Donovan prides himself on pushing kids to be great, he preaches toughness and hard work. Coach Donovan’s passion in life is to coach our youth and help them be able to do things they think they cannot on and off the field.

Van Love-Scott, I have been coaching in Eudora for 8 years. I have so much knowledge of the game and would like to pass that down to young athletes. Football is a game that teaches you multiple life lessons. It shows you how to overcome adversity and creates a disciplined mind. Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard!

Ben Koehn is a business owner, lifelong entrepreneur, and proud University of Kansas graduate. A passionate supporter of the Chiefs, Jayhawks, and Royals, Ben enjoys cooking, BBQing, and spending time with his family at local sporting events. He volunteers as a coach to help instill lifelong values in young athletes and finds real joy in seeing their growth from day one to the end of the season. His coaching style is fun, high-energy, and rooted in accountability.

Coach Jeff Scott, born and raised in Strong City, KS, is a KU grad with a B.S. in Biology. He’s lived in Lawrence since 2001 and works for the City. A proud husband and father, Jeff values family above all. Now in his third year as a volunteer coach, he’s passionate about helping young athletes grow in skill, confidence, and character. His coaching focuses on fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship, and he takes pride in building future leaders through Legion.

Bobby grew up playing little league football with his dad as his coach. He played through HS. Bobby volunteers because he believes that young athletes learn life lessons from sports. Sports teaches them time management, dealing with success and adversity, team work, and being a part of something bigger than themselves. Bobby’s coaching style is accountability through encouragement and positive reinforcement. 

Coach Craig, born in southwest Missouri and a KU grad, has lived in Lawrence for 19 years. He has two sons, ages 6 and 8, who enjoy football, basketball, and baseball. With playing experience in football and baseball, Craig is passionate about youth sports and community involvement. He believes youth sports should build confidence and strong character, emphasizing that every kid deserves a chance to shine. Wins and losses come second to these goals.

Ricky Lockner is a dedicated coach and U.S. Army veteran, retiring in 2025 after two overseas tours. Raised in Lawrence, KS, he excelled in football, wrestling, and track through high school and competed in college track and field. Married for 13 years with three children, Ricky’s disciplined coaching style blends military experience and passion for sports. He’s committed to building strong character and helping athletes grow on and off the field.

A lifelong resident of Lawrence, Andrew is excited to join the team as an assistant coach and give back to his community.

While new to coaching, Andrew is passionate about fostering a strong sense of teamwork, instilling a solid work ethic, and helping players develop the resilience to push through adversity.

When he's not on the field, Coach Lenz enjoys spending time outdoors, grilling, and playing games with his friends and family.

Hi, my name is Randal McCrea. I’m originally from Ft. Benning, Ga. I have a wife and 5 daughters. Devyn, Dakota, Dylan, Demi, and Dani. I have always enjoyed the game of football, and so grateful for the opportunity to play a role in the development of your child’s understanding of the game of Flag football. Most importantly help build their confidence and self worth! 

Becca has lived in Lawrence for over a decade and is excited to coach the first Legion girls’ flag team. A KU physical education alum, this is her first year coaching, driven by a lifelong passion for sports and empowering kids. She aims to show that girls love sports and can play just as well. Becca is committed to building strong work ethic, teamwork, confidence, and decision-making skills throughout the season.