The Northeastern State RiverHawks football program represents

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. In 2012, Northeastern State became member of the

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(MIAA), and has remained in the league. NSU's football program will become an independent program, beginning in August 2024. NSU's home games are played at Doc Wadley Stadium in

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. Northeastern's football program dates back to 1909. The RiverHawks claim twenty-one conference championships, and appeared in four NAIA football championships in

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. The team is currently coached by Darrin Chiaverini, who began his tenure in 2024.

Conference affiliations

* 1914–1928: Oklahoma Intercollegiate Conference I * 1929–1973:

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* 1974–1996: Oklahoma Intercollegiate Conference II * 1997–2010:

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* 2011: NCAA Division II independent * 2012–2023:

* 2024–present: NCAA Division II independent

Championships

National championship seasons

* Conference championships (21)

Stadium

The Riverhawks have played their home games at Doc Wadley Stadium since 1964. The current capacity of the stadium is at 8,300. NSU Football

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