The legendary status of Logan-Magnolia's Matt Straight continues to grow.
During his playing days, he led the Panthers to their first State Playoff appearance, a their first state championship game apparearance (1989), the school's first state championship (1990).
After a successful playing career at Iowa State University, and a couple stops around the state of Iowa, he returned to his alma-mater and to the sidelines of the Bob Evans Memorial Field. He's led the Panthers to 16 state playoff berths, including a spot in the 2012 State Semifinals, and 2014 State Championship. The only coach and player in the state of Iowa to accomplish such a feat.
Now, he adds another to his incredible resume.
Matt Straight has been selected to coach in the 2025 Shrine Bowl on July 19th at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, Iowa.
Straight will head the South team for the first time as a head coach, and second time overall on the coaching staff. A tradition since 1972, the Iowa Shrine Bowl is an all-star football game recognizing senior athletes and coaches across the State of Iowa.
Funds raised benefit Shriners' Children and its mission to provide the best pediatric care anywhere, regardless of the families’ ability to pay. A wide range of services includes care for orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip, and palate.
