2019 RCTC Wrestling Season Program

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2019-20

SEASON PROGRAM

2019-20 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

WRESTLING FANS...

Welcome to another exciting year of Yellowjacket Wrestling! As president of this great institution, I am excited for what the year holds for our student-athletes, both on and off the mat.

RCTC strives to maintain an outstanding athletic program, which includes setting examples of good sportsmanship and providing personal growth opportunities for our student-athletes through both academic performance and team experiences. This is accomplished by living our values of being learner-centered, valuing excellence, respect, teamwork, innovation, and, along the way, having a little fun.

In addition to our athletic programs, student-athletes may choose from a variety of other student life activities to assist them in developing their leadership and other life skills. So, while on our campus, feel free to tour the RCTC Campus and check out what opportunities await you at RCTC. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll find.

TIME

PLACE

11/2

Yellowjacket Open 10:00am

Rochester, MN

11/9

Dakota Wesleyan University Open

9:00am

Mitchell, SD

11/16

Luther Open

9:00am

Decorah, IA

11/23

Augsburg Open

9:00am

Minneapolis, MN

12/8

Dragon Open

9:00am

Moorhead, MN

1/10-11 NWCA National Duals TBA

Louisville, KY

1/15

MCAC Conference 3:00pm Dual Championship

Rochester, MN

1/18

Worthington Open

9:00am

Worthington, MN

2/1

Harper Open

9:00am

Palentine, IL

2/8

Don Parker Open

9:00am

Eau Claire, WI

2/23

NJCAA National Qualifier

10:00am

Grand Rapids, MN

3/6-7 NJCAA National TBA Tournament

Council Bluffs, IA

GO YELLOWJACKETS!

Jeffery S. Boyd President

2018-19 Wrestling Recap 2019 NJCAA Nationals 3rd Place

2019 Minnesota College Athletic Conference Tournament Champions

Region XIII Wrestler of the Year: Shane Siewert

MCAC Coach of the Year: Randy Rager

2019 Region XIII Tournament Champions

2019 Minnesota College Athletic Conference Dual Champions

MCAC Wrestler of the Year: Shane Siewert

2019 NJCAA All-Americans: Shane Siewert Morgen Moreno

ROCHESTER YELLOWJACKETS

2019 YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING TEAM

TEAM ROSTER

NAME

CLASS HOMETOWN

NAME

CLASS HOMETOWN

Seth Bossard

FR

Kenyon, MN

Alexander Lloyd

FR

Shakopee, MN

Raymond Chester

FR

St. Paul, MN

Bryce Lofton

FR

New Prague, MN

Gavin Christoffersen FR

South St. Paul, MN

Sage Loredo-Hollon

FR

St. Peter, MN

Jeremiah Colon

SO

Madelia, MN

Dillon McGee

SO

Nevis, MN

Parker Dobrocky

FR

Anoka, MN

FR

Davenport, IA

Allen Evenson

FR

Lakeville, MN

Manuel McGowan- Serrano

Matt Frost

FR

New York Mills, MN

John Noll

FR

Lino Lakes, MN

Francis Fuenffinger

FR

Hibbing, MN

Noah Parish

FR

Mankato, MN

Charlie Gellerman

FR

Becker, MN

Braxton Roberson

SO

Greenville, SC

Zavier Grefe

FR

Parkers Prairie, MN

Tyler Schroer

FR

LeCenter, MN

Anthony Hall

FR

Virginia, MN

Levi Smith

FR

Eau Claire, WI

Richie Hammonds

FR

Anoka, MN

Zachary Stahl

FR

Marshall, MN

Elijah Hollins

SO

Rochester, MN

Carson Ties

FR

Rochester, MN

Brandon Kidd, Jr.

FR

Shakopee, MN

Braden Willis

FR

Isle, MN

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2019-20 WRESTLING SEASON PROGRAM

YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING STAFF Head Coach - Randy Rager – is in his fifteenth season at RCTC. Rager has coached 85 National Qualifiers, 18 NJCAA All-Americans, two NJCAA Individual National Champions, and many Academic All-Americans. Rager has built many nationally competitive teams over the years, winning the last seven MCAC State Championships and NJCAA Region XIII/North District Championships, and the NJCAA Division III Team National Championships in 2014 and 2017.

Rager was voted seven times as MCAC and Region XIII Coach of the Year; 2014 and 2017 NJCAA Coach of the Year; and 2018 NJCAA Man of the Year. Rager completed an undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota – Morris in the late ’90s. Rager was inducted into the U of M – Morris Hall of Fame in 2018 for his efforts as a Cougar: three-time NCAA DII Academic All-American, two-time U of M - Morris Wrestling MVP, and still the winningest wrestler in NCAA Division II history, with 162 wins.

After his time in Morris, Minnesota, Rager coached for St. Cloud State University from 2001-2004, where he earned two master’s degrees.

Rager has been involved with developing local wrestlers through USA Wrestling since 2000. Coach Rager lives with his wife Abby, and their children: Carleen, Claire, and Ryder.

Coach – Travis Rutt is in his second season at RCTC. In the 2019 season, Rutt assisted in coaching the Yellowjackets to their seventh MCAC and Region XIII/North District Championships in a row, coached six National Qualifiers and two All-Americans at the NJCAA National Championships. Rutt was a NCAA Division I All-American for the University of Wisconsin before transferring to the University of Oklahoma, where he completed an undergraduate and master's degree from the University

of Oklahoma. As a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the University of Iowa and the Hawkeye Wrestling Club, Rutt coached multiple teams to the nation's top five, two NCAA DI National Champions, four Big Ten Conference Champions, a U23 World Team Member, a World Silver Medalist, and an Olympian. While on staff at Augsburg College, Rutt was a part of their 2015 NCAA Division III National Championship Team. Rutt finished his high school career as Minnesota’s winningest wrestler of all time. Rutt is also the Student Life Coordinator at RCTC. Coach Rutt lives with his wife Michele and their daughter Amilia.

Coach – Carson Henry is in his first season at RCTC. Henry competed for the Yellowjackets and Coach Rager from 2012-2015. As a Yellowjacket, Henry was a two-time individual and team MCAC State Champion, two-time MCAC All-Conference, NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Runner-up, NJCAA National Qualifier, NCWA All-American, and Academic All-American. Henry graduated with an associate's degree from RCTC, and an undergraduate degree from Northern State University. Henry finished his college wrestling career with 42 of his 47 wins coming by pinfall. Henry coached for NCAA DII schools, Northern State University and the University of Mary from 2016-2019. Henry has coached seven National Qualifiers, four All-Americans, 13 Academic All-Americans, and two top 20 academic and athletic teams.

YELLOWJACKET WRESTLERS Seth Brossard is a freshman from Kenyon, Minnesota.

Seth wrestled for Kenyon-Wanamingo High School, where he was MWCA All-Academic, team captain, four-time state qualifier, two-time state medalist, and Minnesota class A state champion. Seth enjoys strength training, rock music, drawing, and Taco Bell. Seth’s family includes his parents Dawn and Phil, and siblings Amber, Evan, and Trent. Seth came to RCTC to earn a quality education at an affordable price and wrestle for a successful team.

Raymond Chester is a freshman from St. Paul, Minnesota. Ray wrestled for Como High School, where he was a team captain, and conference finalist in high school. Ray enjoys strength training, rock music, drawing, and grilled cheese. His family includes Janis Smith. Ray came to RCTC to earn a quality education at an affordable price and wrestle for a successful team.

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Gavin Christoffersen is a freshman from South St. Paul, Minnesota. Gavin wrestled for South St. Paul High School, where he was a team captain, two-time All-Conference, two-time state qualifier, and Minnesota class AA state medalist. Gavin was also a MN/USA Wrestling state medalist in Greco and freestyle.

Academically, Gavin is a three-time academic all-section and academic all-state honorable mention. Gavin enjoys hunting, strength training, hip-hop music, and steak. His family includes Lisa Bostic and Virgil Christoffersen. Gavin chose RCTC because it is a good place to further his academic and athletic career.

ROCHESTER YELLOWJACKETS Jeremiah Colòn is from Madelia, Minnesota, and wrestled for Lake Crystal-Welcome Memorial Area High School. In high school, Jeremiah was a four-time Minnesota state entrant and two-time state place winner. Jeremiah’s family includes his parents Eric and Tamara Colòn, along with his siblings Eric, Melody, and Jacob. In his free time, Jeremiah enjoys driving around and hanging out with friends. His favorite food is sushi. Jeremiah’s major is building utilities mechanic. He came to RCTC for the great programs, college, and wrestling.

Parker Dobrocky is a freshman from Anoka, Minnesota.

Parker wrestled for Anoka High School, where he was a team captain and Minnesota class AAA state qualifier. Parker enjoys snowboarding, strength training, rap music, and chicken. His family includes Julie and Bill Dobrocky. Parker chose RCTC for the quality of the nursing program.

Allen Everson is a freshman from Lakeville, Minnesota.

Allen wrestled for Kennedy High School, where he was a team captain, two-time all-conference, and a Minnesota class AA state qualifier. Allen enjoys fishing, country music, and tacos. His family includes Tricia and Robert Everson.

Allen came to RCTC for the chance to continue his academic and athletic career.

Matt Frost is a freshman from New York Mills, Minnesota.

Matt wrestled for New York Mills High School, where he was a team captain, three-time all-conference, and a two-time Minnesota class A state qualifier. Matt was also a two-time MN/USA Wrestling national team member. Matt enjoys strength training, hanging out with friends, and burgers.

His family includes Danny and Sam Frost. Matt chose RCTC for the opportunity to experience new things.

Francis Fuenffinger is a freshman from Hibbing, Minnesota. Francis chose RCTC for the low tuition cost and great academic and athletic programs. In high school, Francis was a three-time Minnesota class A state qualifier for Hibbing. Francis was also a MN/USA Wrestling state medalist in Greco and freestyle. Francis was a National Honor Society member, and on the Hibbing High School Leadership Council. His is family includes his grandma Lucy, parents Leslie and Michele Fuenffinger, and siblings Mike, Tone, Morgan, and Ryan.

Charlie Gellerman is a freshman from Becker, Minnesota.

Charlie wrestled for Big Lake High School, where he was a three-time all-conference and a Minnesota class AA state medalist. Charlie enjoys adventuring, video games, hip-hop music, and Juicy Lucy burgers. His family includes Michelle, Ron, Sam, and Carson. Charlie chose RCTC for the chance to decide his own career path.

Zavier Grefe is a freshman from Parkers Prairie, Minnesota. Zavier wrestled for Bertha-Hewit/Verndale/ Parkers Prairie High School Co-op. Zavier was team captain, all-conference, and a Minnesota class A state qualifier.

Zavier was also a Northern Plains regional medalist in freestyle. Zavier enjoys hunting, fishing, hip-hop music, and pizza. His family includes Jill and Sean Grefe. Zavier chose RCTC for the coaches and to continue wrestling.

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Anthony Hall is a freshman from Virginia, Minnesota.

Anthony wrestled for Virginia High School. Anthony was a team captain and Minnesota section medalist. Anthony enjoys swimming, rock music, and nachos. His family includes Heather Lococo. Anthony chose RCTC for the low tuition cost and to become a better wrestler.

Richie Hammonds is a freshman from Anoka, Minnesota. Richie wrestled for Anoka High School where he was a Minnesota class AA state medalist. Richie enjoys staying active with friends, rap music, and steak. His family includes Renne, Richard, and John Hammonds.

Richie chose RCTC to achieve team and individual goals.

Elijah Hollins is from Rochester, Minnesota and wrestled at John-Marshall High School. While in high school, Elijah was a two-time Minnesota state entrant, placing his senior year. As a freshman at RCTC, Elijah was a NJCAA national qualifier. Elijah’s family includes his mother Dana Hollins and three siblings Leareem, Jerimiah and Janrah. His favorite movie is 21 Jump Street. Elijah’s major is business administration, and he came to RCTC because of the wrestling program and coaching staff.

Brandon Kidd Jr. is a freshman from Shakopee, Minnesota. Brandon wrestled for Shakopee High School, where he was a team captain, all-conference, and Minnesota class AAA team state champion. Brandon was also a two-time Northern Plains medalist. Brandon enjoys strength training, rap music, and chicken. Brandon came to RCTC because of the coaches.

Alex Lloyd is a freshman from Shakopee, Minnesota.

Alex wrestled for Shakopee High School where he was a five-time state medalist and three-time Minnesota class AAA champion. Alex was a fourteen-time USA/Wrestling All-American (FS 5, FR 4, Folk 5), two-time USA/Wrestling folkstyle national champion and Fargo Greco national champion. Alex enjoys Minnesota, rap music, and pasta.

His family includes Bill and Karen Lloyd. Alex chose RCTC because of the coaches and to achieve team and individual goals.

Bryce Lofton is a freshman from New Prague, Minnesota.

Bryce wrestled for New Prague High School, where he was a runner up at the Rumble on the Red tournament and two-time Minnesota class AAA section medalist.

Bryce enjoys dirt biking, strength training, classic rock music, and pasta. His family includes Katie and Wade Lofton. Bryce chose RCTC because he wanted to attend a community college and wrestle.

Sage Loredo-Hollon is a freshman from St. Peter, Minnesota. Sage wrestled for St. Peter High School, where he was a team captain, six-time all-conference, and Minnesota class AA state medalist. Sage enjoys traveling, hip-hop music, and burgers. His family includes Marygold Loredo-Hollon and Malik Hollon. Sage chose RCTC because he likes the campus, coaches, and wrestling program.

2019-20 WRESTLING SEASON PROGRAM Dillon McGee is from Nevis, Minnesota, and wrestled for Walker-Hackensack-Akeley/Nevis High School. In high school Dillon was a three-time Minnesota state entrant and two-time place winner. In 2019 Dillon was an MCAC Champion and NJCAA National Qualifier. His family includes his parents David and Rhonda McGee along with his siblings Sam, Dustin, and Dawson. Dillon’s favorite movie is Trailer Park Boys, and his favorite food is French toast. Dillon’s major is building utilities mechanic (BUM), and he came to RCTC for the BUM program and wrestling.

Manuel McGowan-Serrano is a freshman from Davenport, Iowa. Manny wrestled for Davenport Central High School, where he was a three-time state qualifier and Iowa state medalist. Manny enjoys the outdoors, rap music, and Chinese food. His family includes Debbe McGowan, David Serrano, and Travis Pulse. Manny came to RCTC for the coaches and to achieve team and individual goals.

John Noll is a freshman from Lino Lakes, Minnesota.

John wrestled for Centennial High School where he was a team captain, five-time Minnesota AAA state qualifier, and Minnesota Class AAA Medalist. John enjoys his friends, learning, 60’s music, and pizza. His family includes Valerie and Eugene Noll. John chose RCTC for the exceptional nursing program.

Noah Parish is a freshman from Mankato, Minnesota.

Noah wrestled for Mankato East High School, where he was a team captain, three-time All-Conference, Rumble on the Red medalist, and four-time Minnesota section medalist.

Noah enjoys his friends, hunting, video games, rap music, and chicken alfredo. His family includes Becky and Blaine Parish. Noah came to RCTC to continue his wrestling career at the next level.

Braxton Roberson is from Greenville, South Carolina.

Braxton wrestled for Berea High School where he was a two-time state medalist and South Carolina class AAA state champion. Braxton enjoys swimming, strength training, team bonding, hip-hop music, and sushi. His family includes Tina and Tyrone Bryan, and Bethany. Braxton came to RCTC to achieve team and individual goals.

Tyler Schroer is a freshman from Le Center, Minnesota.

Tyler wrestled for Tri-City United High School where he was All-Conference. Tyler enjoys fishing, pop music, and chicken strips. His family includes Jaime and Andrew Harmon. Tyler came to RCTC because the coaching staff wants to see their athletes grow.

Levi Smith is a freshman from Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Levi wrestled for Memorial High School where he was a team captain, All-Conference, and a Wisconsin class DI state medalist. Levi enjoys cooking, video games, strength training, rap music, and pasta. His family includes Levi Smith, Sr. Levi chose RCTC to wrestle at the next level.

Zach Stahl is a freshman from Marshall, Minnesota.

Zach wrestled for Marshall High School, where he was a Minnesota class AA state medalist. Zach enjoys skating, hiphop music, and alfredo. His family includes Francine and Bill Stahl. Zach chose RCTC for its great academic programs.

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Zach Stahl is a freshman from Marshall, Minnesota.

Zach wrestled for Marshall High School, where he was a Minnesota class AA state medalist. Zach enjoys skating, hip-hop music, and alfredo. His family includes Francine and Bill Stahl. Zach chose RCTC for its great academic programs.

Carson Ties is a freshman from Rochester, Minnesota. Carson wrestled for Mayo High School, where he was a team captain, two-time AllConference, and Minnesota class AAA state qualifier.

Carson enjoys strength training, hanging out with friends and family, rap music, and pasta. His family includes Rick and Sheryll Ties. Carson chose RCTC for an affordable education in his hometown and to wrestle for the same school as his brother Ricky, who is now a member of Team USA Paralympic Judo.

Braden Willis is a freshman from Isle, Minnesota.

Braden wrestled for Isle High School where he was a team captain, conference wrestler of the year, two-time state qualifier, and Minnesota class A state medalist. Braden enjoys watching sports, video games, going to the cabin, rap and country music, and Chinese food. His family includes Amy and Josh Willis. Braden chose RCTC because of the coaches.

ROCHESTER COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE WRESTLING ALL-AMERICANS National Champions 1964 George Ceplecha 123 1965 Don Mullenbach 130 1966 Don Mullenbach 130 1966 Jim Johnson 152 1966 Jack Radabaugh 137 1967 Rick Mihal 160 1968 Darrel Hartle 152 1982 Randy Wirtjes 167 2006 Kasey Meiners 174 2009 Devin Clark 184 Second Place Finish 1964 Lee Aadahl 167 1965 Pete Middleton 191 1966 Rich Mihal 145 1968 Wiley Lodge 115 1975 Jeff Nelson 142 1976 Greg Moe 190 1979 John Ohly 158 1995 Karl Jones Hwt. 1998 Randy Smith 142 1999 Travis Wiuff Hwt. 2007 Nathan Clements 184 2009 Parker Brand 197 2017 Brett Bradford 157 Third Place Finish 1963 Gary Ingalls 123 1965 Marvin Inverson 147 1967 Wiley Lodge 115 1969 Ken Stockdale 130 1978 David Bulmer 150 1999 John Lorenz 174

2013 Garret Miller 174 2014 Garret Miller 174 2018 Shane Siewert 174 Fourth Place Finish 1963 Arvin Jacobson 157 1964 Wally Johnson 177 1965 Wally Johnson 157 1967 Duane Aaland Hwt. 1968 Ken Stockdale 130 1976 Keith Burke 126 1983 Dave Johnson 158 1983 Todd Praska 177 1984 Dave Meinick 142 1988 Jim Richardson Hwt. 1993 Chad Krippner 150 1993 Karl Jones Hwt. 1996 Gil Domally 126 1997 Jeremy Koch 158 2010 Devin Clark 197 2013 Joe Bunne 197 2014 Joe Munos 141 2017 Alfred Daniel 165 Fifth Place Finish 1965 Larry Wandrow 115 1965 John McBride 123 1966 Pete Middleton 177 1967 Dave Hartle 130 1969 Al Hodedon 152 1970 Bob Hanes 118 1980 Chuck Koestler 150 1981 Randy Wirtjes 158

1998 Travis Wiuff Hwt. 2018 Mason Hawkins 197 Sixth Place Finish 1965 Lee Aadahl 167 1966 Arlan Enquist 115 1966 Leo Eckerman 191 1967 Ralph Tewksbury 137 1967 Don Ask 167 1968 Dennis Gladwin 191 1969 Dan Froiland Hwt. 1977 Scott Schmitz 190 1979 Don Dahl 190 2011 Theo Jensen-Innis 165 2017 Coltan Laganiere 149 2018 Morgen Moreno 197 Seventh Place Finish 1983 Tom Dole Hwt. 1986 Dennis McNamara 150 1987 Scott Lewison 150 1991 Jeremy Pease Hwt. 1997 Jesse Hoekstra Hwt. 2001 David Miller Hwt. 2003 Mike Cunningham 197 2005 Kevin Raasch 197 2007 Nathan Clements 184 Eighth Place Finish 1999 John Wegman 133 2003 Mitch Bunne 149 2007 Ethan Hackbarth 174

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