'I always wanted this job.' Coach hits peak with promotion.

By JIM PAULSEN, Star Tribune, 04/17/24, 9:30AM CDT

When Maple Grove players head to the field in the fall, they'll be led by a new coach. (Alex Kormann, Star Tribune)

Adam Spurrell was Maple Grove's defensive coordinator last season.

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Edina sophomore two-sport standout on recruiting: 'It's gotten a little busy'
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Mason West quarterbacked the Hornets to the Class 6A football final and starred on the school's state champion hockey team.
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Focusing on bringing football game film into frame
By Jim Paulsen, Star Tribune 04/23/2024, 8:00am CDT
High schoolers will learn how to properly record coaching film at free training session hosted by the Football Film Federation at the Radisson Blu on Sunday.
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Maple Grove finds its new coach right nearby
By JIM PAULSEN, Star Tribune 04/12/2024, 10:15am CDT
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Lombardi leaving Maple Grove after 14 years
By JIM PAULSEN, Star Tribune 03/04/2024, 7:00pm CST
He went 102-37 with the Crimson, reaching the state tournament seven times and winning it once.
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Coach retires after leading program for 36 years
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