In West Branch, football is more than a game. Check out our video feature about the 2023 motto: “More Than a Game”. 

In West Branch, football is more than a game.

In West Branch, football is more than a game.

More Than a Game

Strength, Family, Love

Butch and Lance Pedersen recently joined the Watts Happening Podcast to talk about their coaching careers, their family, and so much more. Take a listen!

Butch and Lance Pedersen joined the Watts Happening Podcast.

Butch and Lance Pedersen joined the Watts Happening Podcast.

Watts Happening Podcast - Butch & Lance Pedersen

The 2022 West Branch Football Highlight Film follows the Bears' journey from the beginning...

The 2022 West Branch Football Highlight Film follows the Bears' journey from the beginning of August through the last moments of the season at the UNI Dome with never before seen behind the scenes footage and player interviews, giving an in-depth look at the Bears' incredible 11-1 season.<a href="https://westbranch.football/posts/1615" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Order your own copy</a> of the film on Blu-ray and DVD.

Highlight Film 2022: All In

Highlights of the Bears' 48-17 loss to Van Meter in the semifinals of the 2022 playoffs.

Highlights of the Bears' 48-17 loss to Van Meter in the semifinals of the 2022 playoffs.

Highlights: West Branch vs Van Meter

Condensed, full game of West Branch's 48-17 loss to Van Meter in the semifinals of the 202...

Condensed, full game of West Branch's 48-17 loss to Van Meter in the semifinals of the 2022 playoffs.

Full Game: West Branch vs Van Meter

A community Pep Rally held for the Bears on Thursday, November 10 in the high school audit...

A community Pep Rally held for the Bears on Thursday, November 10 in the high school auditorium.

Pep Rally: 2022 Semifinals

Presented by Marcy Willier with Urban Acres, Jason Miller chats with Coach Pedersen ahead of his team's matchup with Van Meter.

Presented by Marcy Willier with Urban Acres, Jason Miller chats with Coach Pedersen ahead...

Presented by Marcy Willier with Urban Acres, Jason Miller chats with Coach Pedersen ahead of his team's matchup with Van Meter.

Talk with Coach: Pedersen previews Van Meter

Jason Miller chats with Defensive Coordinator Tyler Bailey for this week's EMS Detergent Services Assistant Coach Minute.

Jason Miller chats with Defensive Coordinator Tyler Bailey for this week's EMS Detergent S...

Jason Miller chats with Defensive Coordinator Tyler Bailey for this week's EMS Detergent Services Assistant Coach Minute.

Assistant Minute: Tyler Bailey

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile is with Carver Boelk.

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile is with Carver Boelk.

Player Profile: Carver Boelk, Pt. II

Highlights of West Branch's 27-24 victory over MFL MarMac in the quarterfinals of the play...

Highlights of West Branch's 27-24 victory over MFL MarMac in the quarterfinals of the playoffs. Played Friday, November 4, 2022 in West Branch.

Highlights: West Branch 27, MFL MarMac 24

Full game of West Branch's quarterfinals playoff victory over MFL MarMac, played Friday, N...

Full game of West Branch's quarterfinals playoff victory over MFL MarMac, played Friday, November 4, 2022 in West Branch.

Full Game: West Branch vs MFL MarMac

Jarod Tylee chats with Tye Hughes following the Bears' win over MFL MarMac.

Jarod Tylee chats with Tye Hughes following the Bears' win over MFL MarMac.

Player of the Game: Tye Hughes

Jarod Tylee chats with Reese Trepanier after his team's victory over MFL MarMac.

Jarod Tylee chats with Reese Trepanier after his team's victory over MFL MarMac.

Uncommon Play: Reese Trepanier

Jarod Tylee chats with offensive coordinator John Hierseman after his team's 27-24 win.

Jarod Tylee chats with offensive coordinator John Hierseman after his team's 27-24 win.

Coach Hierseman Postgame: MFL MarMac

Cornerstone Real Estate Consultants

EMS Detergent Services

Fidelity Bank and Trust

Fulwider Agency

Hodge Construction

Hoover Presidential Foundation

Main Street Sweets

Marcy Willier with Urban Acres Real Estate

Touched By Power

West Branch Times

Highlights of the Bears' 27-14 victory over Columbus Catholic, played Friday, October 28,...

Highlights of the Bears' 27-14 victory over Columbus Catholic, played Friday, October 28, 2022 in West Branch.

Highlights: West Branch vs Columbus Catholic

Check out video highlights of the Bears' first round playoff victory over South Hardin.

Highlights of the Bears' 42-0 victory over South Hardin in the first round of the 2022 pla...

Highlights of the Bears' 42-0 victory over South Hardin in the first round of the 2022 playoffs.

Highlights: West Branch vs South Hardin

Highlights of the Bears' 54-7 victory over Wilton, played Friday, October 14, 2022 in Wilt...

Highlights of the Bears' 54-7 victory over Wilton, played Friday, October 14, 2022 in Wilton.

Highlights: West Branch at Wilton

In this week's Hodge Construction Player Profile, Jason Miller chats with senior QB Tye Hu...

In this week's Hodge Construction Player Profile, Jason Miller chats with senior QB Tye Hughes.

Player Profile: Tye Hughes, Pt. II

Jason Miller chats with this Holden Arnaman for this week's Hodge Construction Player Profile.

Jason Miller chats with this Holden Arnaman for this week's Hodge Construction Player Prof...

Jason Miller chats with this Holden Arnaman for this week's Hodge Construction Player Profile.

Player Profile: Holden Arnaman

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile segment is with senior Aiden Dingbaum.

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile segment is with senior Aiden Dingbaum.

Player Profile: Aiden Dingbaum

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile interview is with senior Jaxson Kaalberg.

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile interview is with senior Jaxson Kaalberg.

Player Profile: Jaxson Kaalberg

This week's Hodge Construction Player Profile segment is with quarterback Tye Hughes. Checkout the senior's interview

Jason Miller chats with senior Tye Hughes for this week's Hodge Construction Player Profil...

Jason Miller chats with senior Tye Hughes for this week's Hodge Construction Player Profile.

Player Profile: Tye Hughes

Full game of West Branch vs Columbus Catholic, played Friday, October 28, 2022 in West Bra...

Full game of West Branch vs Columbus Catholic, played Friday, October 28, 2022 in West Branch.

Full Game: West Branch vs Columbus Catholic

Full game of West Branch vs South Hardin, played Friday, October 21, 2022 at the Little Ro...

Full game of West Branch vs South Hardin, played Friday, October 21, 2022 at the Little Rose Bowl in West Branch.

Full Game: West Branch vs. South Hardin

Full game of West Branch at Wilton, played Friday, October 14, 2022 in Wilton.

Full game of West Branch at Wilton, played Friday, October 14, 2022 in Wilton.

Full Game: West Branch at Wilton

Playoffs 2022: All In

Senior Night 2022

Introductions from the entire team, including players, coaches, cheer squad, managers, and...

Introductions from the entire team, including players, coaches, cheer squad, managers, and more. Interviews from head coach Butch Pedersen, Steven Grace, John Hierseman, and more.

Media Day 2022: Main Program

At Media Day 2022, Kinnick and Carver Boelk reprise their roles after a successful paired video interview from the 2019 edition of Media Day. 

At Media Day 2022, Kinnick and Carver Boelk reprise their roles after a successful paired...

At Media Day 2022, Kinnick and Carver Boelk reprise their roles after a successful paired interview from the 2019 edition of Media Day. The brothers pair up and talk about how they learned to compliment each other with their skillsets, their positional transitions, and much more.

Media Day 2022: Boelk Twins, Pt. II

Jarod Tylee chats with offensive line coach, Ronnie Hughes. The well-respected coach talks about coming back to West Branch and coaching his grandson.

At Media Day 2022, Jarod Tylee chats with offensive line coach, Ronnie Hughes.

At Media Day 2022, Jarod Tylee chats with offensive line coach, Ronnie Hughes. The well-respected coach talks about coming back to West Branch and coaching his grandson.

Media Day 2022: Ronnie Hughes

Mike Quinlan talks with new Fresh/Soph head coach, Steven Grace. The first-year coach talks about his transition from the BearCast booth to coach and how his squad is looking so far this preseason.

At Media Day 2022, Mike Quinlan talks with new Fresh/Soph head coach, Steven Grace.

At Media Day 2022, Mike Quinlan talks with new Fresh/Soph head coach, Steven Grace. The first-year coach talks about his transition from the BearCast booth to coach and how his squad is looking so far this preseason.

Media Day 2022: Steven Grace

Senior Evan Striegel talks about his goals for the season, his observations of the West Branch offense, his time as a Bear, and much more.

At Media Day 2022, senior Evan Striegel talks about his goals for the season, his observat...

At Media Day 2022, senior Evan Striegel talks about his goals for the season, his observations of the West Branch offense, his time as a Bear, and much more.

Media Day 2022: Evan Striegel

Highlight Film 2021: R1SE

Highlight Film 2019: Unfinished Business

Trailer: 2020 Highlight Film

To keep your excitement up until the premiere of the 2019 Highlight Film, check out a trai...

To keep your excitement up until the premiere of the 2019 Highlight Film,&nbsp;check out a trailer for the film below.

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