Coach Rollinger recognized for his retirement

For 40 years, Joel Rollinger had been a fixture in the Decorah boys track and field program as an assistant and head coach. At the conclusion of the 2024 season, coach Rollinger decided to retire from the coaching ranks after an extremely successful run and his accomplishments were recognized before Friday’s football game.
In his 28 years as a head coach, Rollinger helped lead the Vikings to 15 conference championships and five state qualifying meet championships.
Over 100 individual and relay events placed at the state track meet during his tenure, with eight individual and relay events winning state championships.
Amongst multiple top five finishes at the state track meet, Rollinger helped lead the Vikings to Class 3A State Championships in 2004 and 2012.
In addition to his service to the track and field program, Rollinger has served as assistant football coach side by side with former head coaches Bill Post and Pat Trewin. His efforts have been instrumental in 17 playoff appearances including 11 district titles, five state championship games and a state championship in 2012.

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