Where did Kalen DeBoer go to college?

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Kalen DeBoer is a college football coach and the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide as of August 2025. He comes with an impressive head coaching record of 113-16 in his career, with a 25-3 record as the head coach for the Washington Huskies. He guided the Huskies to some memorable achievements, such as winning the Pac-12 conference and the Sugar Bowl game. His breakthrough period was during his time at Sioux Falls, where he won three NAIA National Championships as the head coach. As per his official Alabama Crimson Tide profile, during his collegiate career, he also played baseball and set various school records for receptions, batting average, home runs, and slugging percentage.

Kalen DeBoer finished the 2022 season with an 11-2 record for the Washington Huskies. That season was remarkable compared to their 2021 season, as they finished the season with a 4-8 record. In 2023, DeBoer posted a perfect 3-0 mark against some of the top-ranked teams and also won the Valero Alamo Bowl against Texas. DeBoer's team swept all three of its Northwest opponents and finished second in the Pac-12. For his impressive season, he won the Pac-12 Co-Coach of the Year.

Where did Kalen DeBoer go to college?

Kalen DeBoer graduated from the University of Sioux Falls and was a redshirt freshman for a year at Western Washington University. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education in 1998.

Where did Kalen DeBoer go to high school?

Kalen DeBoer attended Milbank High School before pursuing a career in football at Western Washington.

Where did Kalen DeBoer play college football?

Kalen DeBoer began his collegiate career for the Western Washington Vikings and later transferred to the Sioux Falls Cougars. He played as a wide receiver throughout his football career.

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