Bio

Sam Brandt enters his first season as Special Teams Coordinator/Assistant Quarterbacks/Director of Football Operations at Garden City Community College

Brandt is a former elite dual-threat quarterback and strong safety from Piedmont, Oklahoma. He
was a four-year varsity starter on both sides of the ball for Bethany High School (Class of 2020),
earning statewide acclaim as one of Oklahoma’s top Class 4A athletes.

College Career at Fort Hays State University (FHSU)
Brandt played four seasons (2021–2024) at Fort Hays State University in the MIAA as a defensive
back/safety. He appeared in 44 games and developed into a reliable, physical contributor in the
secondary.

Career Accolades • 2023 All-MIAA Honorable Mention – Defensive Back • MIAA Defensive Athlete
of the Week (10/24/22) • 5× MIAA Academic Honor Roll

2024 (Senior): Played in all 11 games with five starts… Recorded 38 tackles (5th on team) and 5.5
tackles for loss (4th on team)… Tied for the team lead with two interceptions (both vs. Northwest
Missouri State)… Season-high 10 tackles vs. Angelo State… One fumble recovery… Named to MIAA
Academic Honor Roll.

2023 (Junior): All-MIAA Honorable Mention… Started all 11 games… 56 tackles (3rd on team)…
Team-high seven pass breakups… 3.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks… Named to MIAA Academic
Honor Roll.

2022 (Sophomore): Played in all 11 games with three starts… 37 tackles (6th on team)… 3.0 tackles
for loss, one interception, and four pass breakups… Earned MIAA Defensive Athlete of the Week
honors after recording nine tackles, one INT, and two PBUs vs. Central Missouri… Named to MIAA
Academic Honor Roll.

2021 (Freshman): Played in all 11 games as a reserve… Recorded 13 tackles, with a high of five vs.
Lincoln… Named to MIAA Academic Honor Roll.

2020: Season canceled due to COVID-19 … Named to MIAA Academic Honor Roll.
High School Career (Bethany Bronchos)

Brandt was a dynamic 3-sport athlete (football, basketball, baseball/track) and a 4-year starter at
quarterback/running back on offense and free safety on defense. Known for his toughness, high
football IQ, and two-way production, he helped lead the Bronchos to multiple deep playoff runs.
High School Football Statistics

Career Totals (2016–2019) Offense:
 Passing: 6,478 yards and 70 touchdowns
 Rushing: 4,056 yards and 62 touchdowns
Defense:
 Tackles: 304 total tackles
 Interceptions: 19

Senior Year (2019) – 12-1 record, State Quarterfinals Offense: 2,486 passing yards and 25
touchdowns | 1,098 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns Defense: 95 tackles, 3 interceptions

Junior Year (2018) – 12-2 record, State Finalist Offense: 2,615 passing yards and 27 touchdowns |
1,262 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns Defense: 76 tackles, 7 interceptions (led Class 4A), 1
fumble return for touchdown

Sophomore Year (2017) – 10-3 record, State Semifinalist Offense: 1,290 passing yards and 16
touchdowns | 964 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns Defense: 76 tackles, 6 interceptions (2 returned
for touchdowns)

Freshman Year (2016) – 8-3 record, State Playoffs Offense: 89 passing yards and 2 touchdowns |
732 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns Defense: 57 tackles, 3 interceptions (1 returned for
touchdown)

2018 Athletic Honors:
 1st Team All-State Defensive Back – The Oklahoman
 1st Team All-State Quarterback – Tulsa World
 1st Team Little All-City Defensive Back – The Oklahoman
 4A Player of the Year – OKPreps.com
 OKPreps Player of the Year Finalist
 Skordle 4A Player of the Year
 OKC Area All-Vype Team (Athlete)

Personal Life:Brandt maintained a 3.71 cumulative GPA, was inducted into the National Honor Society, and
participated in the prestigious Israeli Ambassador Student Exchange Program.
Off the field, Sam is recognized for his strong character, leadership, work ethic, and faith. He
committed to FHSU after “much thought and prayer,” and coaches have long praised his maturity and
competitive fire. A proud product of the Piedmont/Bethany community, he values family support and
teamwork, using football as a platform to inspire the next generation. After his playing career, Sam
transitioned into coaching as a Graduate Assistant with the FHSU football program.
Sam Brandt’s journey—from record-setting dual-threat at Bethany to dependable college contributor
and now mentor—reflects his dedication, resilience, and love for the game. He remains a role model
for young athletes who prioritize character alongside on-field excellence.