Coach Hopson

🏈 Congrats to @UIndyFB's Gavin Sukup, the 2025 Harlon Hill Trophy runner-up! 🔗 athletics.uindy.edu/news/2025/12/1…

🟢 𝗡𝗝𝗖𝗔𝗔 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗦 🟢 Congratulations to our two LB’s and two Specialists for being selected to the @NJCAAFootball All-American Team! LB - @ak_cole23 LB - @wWillsierra15 K - @DannyDuray2024 P (QB) - @Justinbb124 #EarnedNotGiven

Jeff Thorne was my mentor and friend. He was a leader on the field, a builder of character, and a source of inspiration for everyone who wore the Cardinal uniform and the coaches who worked by his side. His passion for the game and his commitment to developing All-American teammates, husbands, and fathers will endure as part of his remarkable legacy at North Central. I am thankful for the precious time I and our entire team had with him this fall for his Hall of Fame induction, our “Refuse to Lose: Cardinals for a Cure” game dedicated in his honor, and his Friday night pregame message to our team. He lived his life as a faithful servant and devoted man of Christ. I am comforted knowing that he is now resting in the presence of our Savior. My deepest condolences to Jeff’s wife, Joanna, and their beautiful family, his siblings, and his parents, all of whom are forever part of the Cardinal football family. The Cardinals will carry Jeff’s relentless “Refuse to Lose” spirit into every snap, every game, and every season. #WeAreNC

Today we honor the life and legacy of Coach Jeff Thorne. His vision, leadership, tenacity, and heart built the foundation of the Cardinal football program we proudly represent. Earlier this season, Coach delivered an inspirational Friday pregame message that reminded us of his “Refuse to Lose” spirit and mantra. That spirit lives in every current Cardinal and the entire football alumni family. We extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the entire Thorne family. Thank you, Coach Jeff, for mentoring generations of Cardinals, for setting an example of integrity, character, and perseverance, and for living a life that inspired us all — on and off the field. Your enduring legacy will remain a pillar of our program. #WeAreNC #CardinalPride #RefuseToLose

I want to thank the entire College of DuPage coaching staff for bringing me in with open arms. I came to DuPage as a boy and I’m leaving as a man thank you. @CoachTCip @FBCoach_Rahn @Dupage_Football @JUCOFFrenzy Proud to have been a focal point of a program that won 5 national championships. Started every game at defensive tackle for the 5-time national champions since 8/22/25. Forever grateful.💚🏆 #GoChaps #recruitdupage Highlights from the national championship game ↘️ Season highlights-hudl.com/v/2Scf9t

National Championship Highlights 6’4 250 TE JUCO ALL AMERICAN 3x National Champion ⁦@Dupage_Football⁩ ⁦@FBCoach_Rahn⁩ ⁦@CoachTCip⁩ ⁦@jrniklos⁩ ⁦@JordanWesty1⁩

Transfer Tape - Gavin Sukup - 1 year of eligibilty 2025 D2 Harlon Hill Finalist Most Efficient QB in D2 Football (195.62) 2025 Season Stats: 3,695 Pass Yds, 41 pass TDs, 72.3 Comp. % 4,018 Total Yds, 46 Total TDs

I want to Thank College of Dupage for the opportunity of playing there and being apart of the amazing culture that was built. I’m proud to be a back2back national champion. National Championship vs. NDSCS 3 rec. 77yrds 6’2. 195lbs @Dupage_Football @JordanWesty1 @coachjbeard1

D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO, it don’t matter! Best Special Teams unit in the country, 5 years running! K - @DannyDuray2024 P - @Justinbb124 K/P - @JonasGregory7 LS - @mattclytn7 LS - @Jack_yenter KR - @GastonDaion KR - @Nate_Foster3k PR - @PatPitello Most Punt Blocks: @DexterStigall / @Daeveon3817 Leading Tackler: @JamesPenley5

Haiden janke #32 RB 210 True sophomore 2x natty champ Ready to play anywhere and any position just need a home!!! Just send a text!!! @Dupage_Football @coachjbeard1 @CoachFurco7 @FBCoach_Rahn @JUCOFFrenzy @JordanWesty1 @BStoynoff

Thank you for the graphic ! @EIU_FB @Dupage_Football @JUCOFFrenzy

6’0 298 JUCO/DT Explosive with short area quickness ✅ Ability towards getting towards the QB✅ Violent Hands ✅ Powerful ✅ AA be in hand in January ✅ 2 year starter ✅ @CoachTCip @FBCoach_Rahn @JordanWesty1 @CoachFurco7 @Coach_PauleyD @Coach_Nol @jrniklos @coachjbeard1 @FBCoachSush @JUCOFFrenzy @JucoHiddenGems @JUCOShowcase @247Sports @247recruiting

I will be at Eastern Illnois on November 8th for an official game day visit !! #WeNotMe #BleedBlue

Haiden Janke College of dupage RB 6’1 215 Sophomore Regular season highlights @Dupage_Football @CoachFurco7 @FBCoach_Rahn @JordanWesty1 @BStoynoff @coachjbeard1 @JUCOFFrenzy hudl.com/v/2T6V8i

IM BACK🌪️ THANK YOU GOD JUCO HIGHLIGHTS 🏄🏽‍♂️💥 VETERAN DT/DE AA IN HAND ‼️ 2 YEARS OF ELIGIBILITY 🌟🌟 6'0 286 LBS GET OFF💨 #JUCOPRODUCT @JUCOFFrenzy

Updated film still available DT

10.1.25 🏈👇🏾🎃 “Come and listen to my counsel. I’ll share my heart with you and make you wise.” Proverbs 1:23 NLT

Season highlights hudl.com/v/2Q3L8N 6ft 300lbs @CoachTCip @TomTrieb3 @Dupage_Football @FBCoach_Rahn @jrniklos @Coach_PauleyD @peter_hopson #nationalchamp @JUCOFFrenzy

9.24.25 🏈👇🏾 “Don’t excuse yourself by saying, “Look, we didn’t know.” For God understands all hearts, and he sees you. He who guards your soul knows you knew. He will repay all people as their actions deserve.” Proverbs 24:12 NLT

9.22.25 🏈👇🏾 “I am teaching you today—yes, you— so you will trust in the Lord. I have written thirty sayings for you, filled with advice and knowledge.” Proverbs 22:19-20 NLT