Mitch Dahlen is headed home.

The former Alabama assistant quarterbacks coach and assistant offensive coordinator — a product of Redmond High School — was officially named the offensive coordinator for Oregon State on Thursday by new head coach JaMarcus Shephard. It marks Shephard’s first announced hire as coach.

The Oregonian/OregonLive first reported the news .

“I’m really excited to bring Mitch Dahlen in as our offensive coordinator,” Shephard said in a press release. “He’s a bright, passionate coach who will help us take this offense to the next level. His ability to connect with players, teach the game and build a creative flexible system is exactly what we need as we set the foundation for this new era of Oregon State football. I can’t wait to see the impact he will make on our

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