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Okoboji Pioneers aim for strong season after last year's success

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:19 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Okoboji Pioneers aim for strong season after last year's success

Summary

The Okoboji Pioneers open their football season at home on August 28 against Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn. After securing their most wins in a single season since 2008 last year, the team is focused on improvement following a disappointing end to the previous season. Key players returning include leading rusher Asa Jacobsen and quarterback Trey Vander Pol, who threw for over 1,400 yards and 14 touchdowns last season. The Pioneers are motivated to build on their past success and have several new players ready to contribute.

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By the Numbers

•Okoboji Pioneers finished last season with a 7-2 record.
•Returning key players include Asa Jacobsen and Trey Vander Pol.
•Season opener is against Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn on August 28.
•Team aims to improve after playoff loss last season.
•Strong community support is noted heading into the new season.

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2:19 AMYahoo Sports — Two-A-Days: Okoboji Pioneers

What they're saying

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OKOBOJI, Iowa (KCAU) – Last season was one to rembember for Okoboji football as the Pioneers secured the team’s most wins in a single season since 2008, but the team is far from satisfied. Okoboji rolled into mid-October with a 7-0 record, but tumbled in the team’s final two games – including a double-digit loss […]
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