Dan Larson is in his fifth year as the team’s offensive coordinator. Under Larson’s leadership, the Macalester offense set school records in 2010 for points and total yards. Macalester offense in 2010 had the unique distinction of averaging both 200 yards rushing and 200 yards passing per game.
Larson came to Macalester from Colgate University in Hamilton, New York, where he served as running backs coach and special teams coordinator.
"Dan has proved to be an excellent addition to our coaching staff," said Coach Tony Jennison. "Dan has the offensive background, recruiting experience, and the right mentality to lead our offense.
“He is a perfect fit for our team, our staff and the Macalester campus. What really is evident is Dan's passion for the game and his ability to motivate and lead our student-athletes. He has done a tremendous job in leading our offense and this program to new heights."
A 2003 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Larson was a team captain and all-conference performer. He began his collegiate coaching career at Marietta College (Ohio) while working on his Master’s degree there. He was the strength and conditioning coach at Marietta and also coached running backs and punters. He received his Master’s from Marietta in 2005.
Larson joined the University of Wisconsin-Stout staff where he worked with the wide receivers and various special teams for the 2005 season before joining the Division I-AA Colgate Red Raiders of the Patriot League. As running backs coach at Colgate, he coached an ’06 and ’07 All-Patriot League running back, including the 2007 Division I subdivision national leader in rushing yardage.
"I am extremely excited to be a part of the Macalester football program,” says Larson. “I truly believe that football is about playing with pride and passion, and both are evident here, not only with the coaches and players, but with the administration and student body. The administration and Coach Jennison are building something very special here."
Larson and his wife Erin have one child.
