Mike Scheper joined the staff in 2020 as defensive coordinator at Minot State University.
Heading into his 18th season coaching, Scheper most recently spent the majority of the last decade in the Canadian Football League where he worked directly with each of the three phases (Offense, Defense, and Special Teams) that spanned three different teams (Saskatchewan twice, Winnipeg, and Edmonton). He was a part of programs that appeared in three Grey Cup Title Games while winning a Championship with the 2015 Edmonton Eskimos.
Scheper also possesses noteworthy experience in the United States at a multitude of levels including the NCAA (Fresno State & Portland State), California JC (Glendale & Canyons), and High School (St. Francis). He has helped affect his players’ production at a consistent high level teaching both sides of the line of scrimmage (O-Line & D-Line) predominantly throughout his career. He has worked with numerous players that have enjoyed success garnering awards while also earning opportunities to advance their playing careers in the National Football League.
Scheper is originally from the Greater Los Angeles area in Southern California. He played college football at Utah State University and earned a full athletic scholarship as a former 300 lb. center on the offensive line after beginning as a walk-on.
Mike is married to his wife Manoah, they have two children named Elia (13) and Bobby (5).
Mike Scheper at a glance:
| Year |
School/Team |
Position |
| 2020 |
Minot State University |
Defensive Coordinator |
| 2016-2019 |
Saskatchewan Roughriders |
OL/DL Coach, STs Assistant |
| 2015 |
Edmonton Eskimos |
Offensive Line Coach |
| 2014 |
Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
Defensive Line Coach |
| 2012-2013 |
Portland State University |
Defensive Ends Coach |
| 2011 |
College of the Canyons |
Cornerbacks Coach |
| 2009-2010 |
Saskatchewan Roughriders |
Defensive Line Coach |
| 2008 |
Fresno State University |
Graduate Assistant – OL |
| 2006-2007 |
Glendale College |
Assistant Offensive Line Coach |
| 2003-2005 |
St. Francis High School (La Canada) |
Offensive Line Coach |
