MFCA Executive Director Ron Stolski, who coached high school football in Brainerd for 46 years and whose overall [coaching career spanned 58](https://www.mshsl.org/about/news/johns-journal/johns-journal-honoring-ron-stolski-58-years-coaching-educating), has watched the association grow into what it is today and credits the Vikings for helping it continue its impact.
"We have acquired a number of sponsorships, but none is more valuable or appreciated than the Minnesota Vikings. They have been wonderful to us in every way," said Stolski, who has served in his current role for two decades. "What the Vikings have done for us is immeasurable in terms of financial contribution and support in all the things that we do."
Stolski pointed out the Vikings sponsor the annual Mr. Football banquet, which honors elite high school athletes across the state, and are consistently willing to support various fundraisers and initiatives.
"All that the Vikings do, we appreciate all of their entrances into Minnesota football at the youth level and all others," Stolski said. "To say they are a valuable partner would be understating it. We couldn't be who we are and what we are without the Minnesota Vikings."
Added Nelson: "Just to have that Vikings logo associated with our work goes a long, long way."
As the Vikings and the MFCA wrap up 2025, they look forward to many, many years of continued success supporting one another.
"Our mantra is, we call ourselves the 'keepers of the game,' " Stolski said. "And I think the Vikings are the keepers of the game, as well. I don't want to denigrate any other college or program, but nobody, nobody pays attention to the community, to the kids in the community, to the parents in the community, like the Minnesota Vikings."
Rush reiterated the Vikings are proud to stand alongside the MFCA in its mission.
"Together, we've been able to honor the extensive legacy of Minnesota high school football while also creating new opportunities for future generations," Rush said. "Our shared commitment continues to strengthen the game and its impact across Minnesota."