Harlan's Stephen Leinen Shines at Dordt College Football
Harlan's own Stephen Leinen is turning heads at Dordt College, soaring to the top with perfect extra points and impressive field goals. Recognized as GPAC Special Teams Player of the Week, he’s ready to tackle the next challenge against No. 14 Northwestern. Don’t miss his inspiring journey!
Former Harlan standout Stephen Leinen is making waves in his junior season at Dordt College's football team. After two games, he has earned the GPAC Special Teams Player of the Week award following both victories.
Leinen is off to a strong start, going 14-for-14 on extra points and 2-for-3 on field goals, contributing significantly to Dordt's 2-0 record. He attributes his success to the solid support from his teammates and coaching staff.
Reflecting on his growth since freshman year, Leinen noted a marked improvement in his kicking game, aided by mentorship from former NFL kicker John Kasay. With a big game against No. 14 Northwestern coming up, Leinen remains mentally prepared, knowing the pressure might fall on his kicking skills.
Catch more insights about Leinen's journey and upcoming challenges in the full article. Don't miss out on this inspiring story of a local athlete making a name for himself!
