Harvey/Wells County's Bret Dockter back for his 30th season
Aug. 20—HARVEY, N.D. — Back in December, Harvey/Wells County football coach Bret Dockter didn't know if he would be back to coach in 2026. Last summer, Dockter was diagnosed with pulmonary artillery hypertension. This is the constriction of the arteries between the lungs and the heart. Toward the end of last year's football season, Dockter had to have an oxygen tank with him. "In November, I ...
Harvey/Wells County football coach Bret Dockter is returning for his 30th season after overcoming a serious health scare. In December, Dockter was diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension, a condition causing constriction of the arteries between the lungs and the heart. His health deteriorated to the point where he had to be airlifted to Bismarck, where he spent three days in a medically induced coma.
Despite the near-death experience, Dockter returned to the team, feeling rejuvenated and reinvigorated by the support of his players. The Harvey/Wells County Hornets started their preseason practices on August 6, with Dockter noting an increase in offseason workout participation. The team currently expects around 40 players to join them, including several returning All-Staters.
Dockter emphasizes that the team's success is not just about winning but about appreciating the opportunity to be together.
Written by urgent.news from Yahoo Sports's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
