Kalen DeBoer is the coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. He joined the University of Alabama earlier this year following Nick Saban’s retirement after 17 seasons as Alabama’s coach. DeBoer began his college coaching career at the University of Sioux Falls where he served as the head football trainer from 2005 to 2009. In his 26 years of coaching, DeBoer has succeeded at multiple levels and different roles. In his nine seasons as a head coach, DeBoer has managed a record of 104-12.
He took up his first head coaching job at Fresno State where he executed compelling techniques and led the program to a superb run for the next two seasons. In 2021, he was hired as the head football coach for the Washington Huskies. In the next two years with the Huskies, the team had lost only three games. Last year, DeBoer won the Pac-12 Championship and led the Huskies to the national title game. Kalen DeBoer was also named Pac-12 Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season. Following the retirement of Nick Saban, DeBoer became the head coach for the Alabama Crimson Tide in 2024.
Kalen DeBoer’s Wife
Nicole Tendler is the wife of Kalen DeBoer. She graduated with a degree in fitness management from Augustana College and played in 109 games for the college basketball team between 1997 to 2001.
| Name | Kalen DeBoer |
| Birthplace | Milbank, South Dakota |
| Age | 49 |
| Overall Record | 104-12 |
| Wife | Nicole Tendler |
| Kids | Alexis and Avery |
| Teams Coached | Fresno State (2020-2021) Washington (2022-2023)Alabama (2024-present) |
| Profession | College football coach |
| Nationality | American |
Nicole Tendler’s Parents
Terry and Lori Tendler are the parents of Nicole Tendler. Nicole was born in December 1978 and was raised in Sioux Falls by her parents who were committed to give her a quality education from reputed schools.
Nicole Tendler’s Social Media
Nicole Tendler DeBoer is not quite active on social media. Her Instagram account is @nicoletendlerdeboer with almost 1000 followers and she has made only a post on it.
| Social Media | Social Media Profiles |
| @nicoletendlerdeboer |
How long have Kalen DeBoer and Nicole Tendler been married?
Kalen DeBoer has been married to his wife Nicole Tendler for the last 22 years. The couple tied the knot on December 29, 2001 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with Reverand Don Lehmann officiating the ceremony. They are the proud parents of two daughters - Alexis and Avery DeBoer.
Kalen DeBoer and Nicole Tendler Pictures
FAQ's On Kalen DeBoer Wife
A. Kalen DeBoer transferred to the University of Alabama after two seasons with the Washington Huskies.
A. Kalen DeBoer’s Wife is Nicole Tendler.
A. Kalen DeBoer was born in Milbank, South Dakota.
A. Kalen DeBoer has two daughters, Alexis and Avery.
A. Kalen DeBoer has managed a record of 104-12 in nine years as a head coach.
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