Meet Coach Ben Startzer
Coach Ben Startzer has led the Northfield High School Nighthawk Football program since 2019. Built on a philosophy of “Building Winners and Winning Championships,” Coach Startzer and his staff foster a unique F.A.M.I.L.Y. environment centered on safety, security, and inclusivity. The program maintains a no-cut policy, focusing instead on developing every player and forging strength through exceptional teamwork.
Under Coach Startzer’s leadership, the Nighthawk Football program has established landmark successes, including multiple Colorado State Playoff qualifications, a Flatirons Conference Championship, and school season records for wins, total offensive yards, and scoring. His players consistently earn postseason honors, accumulating dozens of All-Conference awards, 3A Conference Special Teams Player of the Year honors, and CHSCA All-State selections. Coach Startzer was named the 2021 Flatirons Conference Coach of the Year.
Coach Startzer brings over three decades of high school and collegiate coaching experience across football, baseball, and wrestling. He began his coaching career in 1994 at Camp Pendleton while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. His background includes coordinator and head coaching roles across 11 Colorado high schools in 3A, 4A, and 5A classifications, as well as five years coaching NCAA Division II college football. Over his career, he has contributed to 10 Conference Championships and a State Championship appearance.
Nighthawk Football challenges student-athletes to achieve their absolute best under high program standards.
Contact Coach Startzer at ben_startzer8@dpsk12.net.