Mansfield Athletics

Luke Palmer enters his first season as a student assistant with the Mountaineer Sprint Football program.

Following in the footsteps of his father—former Mountaineer football player and coach Josh Palmer ’02—Luke is honored to continue the Palmer family’s deep-rooted connection to Mansfield University football. Josh was not only a player and coach for the Mountaineers, but also an inspiring figure in the Mansfield community. As a student-athlete, he faced—and overcame—Hodgkin’s disease, returning to the football field with resilience and heart. During his battle, he founded the Josh Palmer Fund in 1999, which has since raised millions to support local cancer patients and their families throughout the Twin Tiers region.

Inspired by his father’s strength and unwavering commitment to service, Luke brings dedication, integrity, and a heartfelt desire to give back. He is eager to support Mountaineer athletics and contribute meaningfully to the Mansfield community—both on and off the field.

A native of Elmira, N.Y., Luke is proud to carry on his family’s legacy at Mansfield.