Mike Wolfe

Now entering my second year as head coach and fourth year coaching football, my mission remains clear: while football isn’t life, it teaches life’s most important lessons. My focus this season is twofold—build winners on the field and shape strong, confident young men off it. We’re here to compete, to grow, and to create a culture where these boys learn to push beyond their limits, forge lasting friendships, and fall in love with the game. Winning is our goal, but building character is our purpose. 

Chris Zoccoli

My name is Chris Zoccoli (Coach Z), and I am super pumped to be your Jr. Rhino Jr. Midget Head Coach. This will be my second year coaching for the Jr. Rhinos, 4 th season coaching youth tackle football. I am excited to kick off the season, and I have a great group of assistant coaches that share the same excitement. On the field, we will teach proper fundamentals while focusing on individual physical and mental growth. My goal is to instill confidence and respect, not just on the field, but off. We aim to build a brotherhood, boost morale, and most importantly, have fun! Seeing the team progress throughout the season is the real reward. I believe that hard work and dedication pays off in the end. When not coaching, I am a superintendent for a large electrical union contractor. I enjoy Hot Rods, playing golf, lifting weights, eating good food, and spending time with my wife Stefanie, and kids, Nicko, and Gia. The bar is set high with this great origination, and I am honored to be your coach. GO RHINOS!! 

Nathan Richmond

My name is Nathan Richmond and I am excited to be heading into my third season as a Jr. Rhino Head Coach, previous 2 as the Jr. Pee Wee head coach. Player safety is my number one priority. I believe in instilling the proper fundamentals and techniques as well as teaching the valuable life lessons that come through the game of football. Along with coaching for the Jr. Rhinos, I have also coached Lincoln flag football as well as football, baseball and basketball. I began playing football in Jr. Pee Wee’s and continued through youth levels. I then attended Del Oro High School and received 1st team all league honors. I continued football in college at Azusa Pacific University. For 8 years, I represented the firefighters in the Guns vs Hoses Pig Bowl game and was awarded most valuable player. I live in Lincoln with my wife of 13 years and 4 kids. It is a blessing to be able to be a part of this great Rhino family and I look forward to coaching your young athletes!

Spencer Schalch

My name is Spencer Schalch, and I am proud to be the Jr. Rhino Jr. Pee Wee Head Coach. Football has been a passion of mine since I first put on pads at 8 years old. I played throughout my youth and high school years, which eventually led to the incredible opportunity to work as a team assistant for the San Francisco 49ers for two seasons. Those years gave me a unique perspective on the game and a deep respect for the discipline, effort, and teamwork it takes to succeed at every level. I’ve lived in Lincoln since 2012 with my amazing wife, Elena, and our two sons, Cameron and Carson. As both a father and a coach, I understand the importance of balancing athletic development with creating a supportive, family-centered environment. I’ve had the privilege of coaching four seasons of youth flag football here in Lincoln, which has deepened my connection to this community and its families. My coaching philosophy is grounded in fundamentals, discipline, teamwork, and character. I believe youth football is more than just the game - it’s about building confidence, teaching accountability, and creating meaningful experiences. I’m excited to be a part of the Rhino family and to help guide and support your children as they grow into skilled athletes and even better young people!

JR PEE WEE COACHING STAFF