George Palke is entering his 24th year of coaching for the University of Northwestern Football program. He currently serves as the Kickers and Punters Coach.
Coach Palke has been coaching for 57 years. He he has helped guide the Eagles to eight conference championships and seven appearances in the NCCAA Victory Bowl. The Eagles have also made two appearances in the NCAA tournament in 2016 and 2022. Coach Palke has also helped coached many All-Americans as well. His son, Joe, is a University of Northwestern Hall of Fame Athlete as a football player from the years of 2000 to 2002.
Coach Palke is a former Head Men's Basketball Coach and Athletic Director at Bethel University. He attended both Wheaton College and Bethel University, graduating with a history degree. He went on to earn his Master's Degree in Physical Education and Athletic Administration from Winona State University.
Coach Palke and his wife, Judy, currently reside in Roseville.
