There's a new face on the campus of Concordia University as head coach of the Bulldogs — Vance Winter.

Winter opens his first season, taking over for Courtney Meyer who spent 19 seasons as head coach in Seward.

Last season the Bulldogs finished 1-9, tying for 11th place in the conference standings.

On the offensive side of the ball, senior center Dustin Ehlers will anchor a young, but promising line. The Bulldogs will look to wide receiver Jamarcus Walker and running back Derrick Woods for their offensive attack.

The Bulldogs will begin the 2009 season by traveling to Fremont to face Midland Lutheran, September 5. Concordia will host Doane College a week later, September 12.

Concordia will also host the University of Sioux Falls, Dordt College, Nebraska Wesleyan and Hastings College in Seward.