Chris Sprague will begin his 13^th season of duty at Lock Haven University. Sprague will resume responsibilities as defensive line coach. He was the offensive line coach from 1999-2004.

Sprague has a vast deal of knowledge and experience in the game of football as both a coach and player. Before joining the LHU program, he served as a defensive/offensive, quality control assistant at Penn State from 1995-1997.

Among his duties at PSU, Sprague worked with the defensive line and special teams throughout the season. During the spring he took the opportunity to work with the offensive line. His administrative duties included overseeing the recruitment and tryouts of walk-ons, NCAA compliance for student-athletes, and assisting with summer camps and NFL workouts for PSU graduating seniors.

Prior to his position at Penn State, Sprague served as an assistant for four seasons as James Madison University. During his time at JMU, he was involved in many facets of the program, including coaching of the offensive and defensive lines, special teams, scouting and recruiting.

As a player, Sprague was a three-year starter as an offensive tackle at Ithaca College. His career highlights include playing on the 1988 NCAA Division III national championship squad as well as being a member of the 1985 NCAA Division III national runner-up team.

Sprague earned his bachelor of science degree in physical education from Ithaca in 1989 and received a master's degree in physical education from James Madison in 1992.

Sprague, a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, was the strength and conditioning coach for the Bald Eagles from 2000 through 2005.

Sprague is the recruiting advisor for Western Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington DC and northern Virginia.

Sprague, his wife Mary, and their three sons, Matthew, Sean and Thomas, reside in Lock Haven.