2021 RCTC Wrestling Season Program

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2020-21

SEASON PROGRAM

2020-21 SCHEDULE

DATE OPPONENT

TIME

PLACE

1/30

Minnesota West

2:00pm

Worthington, MN

2/6

Cornell

2:00pm

Mount Vernon, IA

2/14

Iowa Lakes

2:00pm

RCTC

2/21

Concordia/Moorhead 2:00pm

Moorhead, MN

3/5

Iowa Central CC

6:00pm

RCTC

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3/20

Minnesota West

2:00pm

RCTC

2/27

North Iowa Area CC

1:00pm

Mason City, IA

Welcome to Yellowjacket Wrestling! As RCTC’s President, I am eager to see what this season holds for our student-athletes, both on and off the mat. We may have had to reduce the number of competitions due to the delayed start of our season, but that hasn’t lessened the excitement our athletes have to be back on the mat competing. Because of the continued risks around the spread of COVID-19, protocols have been put in place and we ask all students and visitors to the College to adhere to those guidelines posted on our website at www.rctc.edu/coronavirus.

4/21

NJCAA Nationals

TBA

TBD

RCTC has a reputation for striving to maintain an outstanding athletic program, including 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, our student-athletes may choose from a variety of other student life activities to assist them in developing their leadership and other life skills. We encourage you to check out what opportunities await you at RCTC by going to www.rctc.edu. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll find.

GO YELLOWJACKETS!

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Jeffery S. Boyd President 2019-20 Wrestling Recap 2020 NJCAA Non-Scholarship Champions

2020 Minnesota College Athletic Conference Champions

MCAC Wrestler of the Year: Seth Brossard

2020 Region XIII Tournament Champions

Region XIII Wrestler of the Year: Richie Hammonds

MCAC Coach of the Year: Randy Rager

2020 NJCAA All-Americans: Parker Dobrocky, Auston Hall, Seth Brossard, Jeremiah Colon, Gavin Christoffersen, Richie Hammonds

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YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING TEAM

TEAM ROSTER

NAME

HOMETOWN YR

NAME

HOMETOWN YR

Cael Bartels

Chatfield, MN

FR

Alex Lloyd

Shakopee, MN

SO

Connor Bleymeyer

Chisago Lakes, MN

FR

Sage Loredo-Hollon

St. Peter, MN

SO

Noah Broderson

Davenport, IA

FR

Jason Moore

Mesa, AZ

FR

Seth Brossard

Kenyon, MN

SO

Morgen Moreno

Hayfield, MN

SO

Gavin Christoffersen

South St. Paul, MN

SO

Noah Parish

Mankato, MN

SO

Antonio Davis

Cottage Grove, MN

FR

Payton Richard

Rochester, MN

FR

Isaac Denstad

Caledonia, MN

FR

DJ Saunders

Faribault, MN

FR

Parker Dobrocky

Anoka, MN

SO

Wyatt Simon

Mapleton, MN

FR

Allen Everson

Lakeville, MN

SO

Mason Smid

Blackduck, MN

FR

Matt Frost

New York Mills, MN

SO

Johnny Thai

Rosemount, MN

FR

Charlie Gellerman

Big Lake, MN

SO

Jessie Tijerina

Portage, WI

FR

Richie Hammonds

Anoka, MN

SO

Willie VonRuden

Medford, MN

FR

Brandon Kidd

Shakopee, MN

SO

Tristen Wilsen

Orange County, CA

FR

Colton Krell

Blooming Prairie, MN

FR

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YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING STAFF

Travis Rutt

Carson Henry

Randy Rager

HEAD COACH TRAVIS RUTT is in his first season as the RCTC Head Wrestling Coach. Rutt started with the Yellowjackets in 2019 as an assistant coach. Over the past two seasons, Rutt assisted in coaching the Yellowjackets to their eighth straight MCAC and Region XIII/North District Championships in a row, coached 15 National Qualifiers, eight All-Americans at the NJCAA National Championships, and the 2020 NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Champions. Rutt was an 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. 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 finish. 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. Coach Rutt lives with his wife Michele, and their daughter Amilia in Chatfield, MN. ASSISTANT COACH CARSON HENRY is in his second 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 16 National Qualifiers, 10 All-Americans, 13 Academic All-Americans, two top 20 academic and athletic teams, and the 2020 NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Champions.

ASSISTANT COACH RANDY RAGER is in his sixteenth season at RCTC, and this is his first season as an assistant coach. Rager has coached 94 National Qualifiers, 24 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 eight MCAC State Championships and NJCAA Region XIII/North District Championships, and the NJCAA Division III Team National Championships in 2014, 2017, and 2020. 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 received an undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota–Morris (U of M-Morris). 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 AllAmerican, 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, , 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.

MEET THE YELLOWJACKETS

Cael Bartels

Connor Bleymeyer

Noah Broderson

CAEL BARTELS is from Chatfield, MN. Cael wrestled for Chatfield High School, where he was a two-time MN Class A medalist. Cael enjoys playing video games. Cael’s family includes Travis, Kelli, Chase, and Gage. His favorite sports team is the Washington Football Team. Cael chose RCTC because he liked the coaches and the wrestling programs atmosphere.

CONNOR BLEYMEYER is from Chisago City, MN. Connor wrestled for Chisago Lakes High School, where he was a two-time state tournament qualifier and MN Class AA medalist/finalist. Connor enjoys duck and goose hunting. Connor chose RCTC because of the family culture of the wrestling program.

NOAH BRODERSON is from Davenport, IA. Noah wrestled for Assumption High School, where he was a three-time IA medalist. Noah enjoys playing Rocket League and hanging out with his friends and family. Noah chose RCTC because he liked the campus, coaches, and wrestling program.

SETH BROSSARD is from Kenyon, MN. Seth wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

As a freshman, Seth earned a 36-10 record at 165 pounds, leading the team with 27 bonus point wins and 25 pins. In 2020, Seth became a NJCAA Wrestling All-American – fourth place, NWCA Scholar All-American, MCAC Conference Wrestler of the Year, and three-time MCAC Wrestler of the Week. Seth wrestled for Kenyon-Wanamingo High School, where he was MWCA All-Academic, team captain, four-time state tournament qualifier, two-time state tournament medalist, and MN Class A state tournament champion. He 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 the Yellowjackets!

GAVIN CHRISTOFFERSEN is from South St. Paul, MN. Gavin wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020. As a freshman, Gavin earned a 26-15 record with 11 pins, third most on the team. In 2020, Gavin became a NJCAA Wrestling All-American (seventh place) and Scholar All-American. Gavin wrestled for South St. Paul High School, where he was a team captain, two-time All-Conference, two-time state tournament qualifier, and MN Class AA state tournament 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, hiphop music, and steak. His family includes Lisa Bostic, Quinn, Bailey, Ariana, and Virgil Christoffersen. Gavin chose RCTC because it is a good place to further his academic and athletic career.

ANTONIO DAVIS is from Cottage Grove, MN. Antonio wrestled for Park High School, where he was a three-time state tournament qualifier and a MN Class A medalist.

Antonio was also a junior and cadet MN/USA Greco state champion. Antonio enjoys cooking and doing his academic work. Antonio chose RCTC because it was a good fit for academic success.

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Seth Brossard

Gavin Christofferson

Antonio Davis

Isaac Denstad

Parker Dobrocky

Allen Everson

Matt Frost

Charlie Gellerman

Richie Hammonds

Brandon Kidd

Colton Krell

Alex Lloyd

ISAAC DENSTAD is from Caledonia, MN. Isaac wrestled for Caledonia High School, where he was a two-time MN Class A state tournament qualifier. Isaac enjoys watching movies. Isaac’s favorite sports team is the RCTC Yellowjackets. Isaac chose RCTC because he liked the coaches, who are welcoming, and the wrestling program.

PARKER DOBROCKY is from Anoka, MN. Parker wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

As a freshman, Parker earned a 29-10 record with five pins at 133 pounds, leading the team with seven tech-falls and six major decisions. In 2020, Parker became a NJCAA Wrestling All-American – Sixth Place, NWCA Scholar All-American, NJCAA North District Champion and MCAC Wrestler of the Week. Academically, Parker made RCTC’s President’s and Dean’s list. Parker wrestled for Anoka High Schho, where he was a team captain and MN Class AAA state tournament qualifier. Parker enjoys snowboarding, strength training, rap music, and a nice jalapeno cheeseburger with tater tots. His family includes Julie, Josie, Dennis, and Bill Dobrocky. Parker chose RCTC for the quality of the nursing and wrestling programs.

ALLEN EVERSON is from Lakeville, MN. Allen wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

As a freshman, Allen earned a 3-6 record, scoring two pins. Allen wrestled for Kennedy High School, where he was a team captain, two-time all-conference, and a MN class AA state tournament 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.

RICHIE HAMMONDS is from Anoka, MN. Richie wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020. As a freshman, Richie earned a 27-5 record at 197 pounds, featuring 15 bonus point wins. At the 2020 NJCAA Wrestling Championship, Riche was awarded NJCAA’s Sportsmanship Award, named after RCTC Athletic Director, Joseph A. Rockenbach. Richie also became a NJCAA All-American – third place and NJCAA North District Wrestler of the Year. Richie wrestled for Anoka High School, where he was a MN Class AA state tournament 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 of winning a national title.

BRANDON KIDD is from Shakopee, MN. Brandon wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

As a freshman, Brandon earned a 23-17 record at 149 pounds, featuring 13 bonus point wins. In 2020, Brandon became a NJCAA National Championship Qualifier and NWCA Scholar All-American. Brandon wrestled for Shakopee High School, where he was a team captain, All-Conference, and MN Class AAA team state tournament 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.

COLTON KRELL is from Blooming Prairie, MN. Colton wrestled for Westfield High School where he was a four-time state tournament qualifier and 2020 Class A state tournament champion. Colton enjoys hanging out with the team and eating meatloaf.

Colton chose RCTC because the team is a great group of people.

MATT FROST is from New York Mills, MN. Matt wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

As a freshman, Matt earned a 10-15 record, with seven bonus point wins. Matt recorded a tech-fall and two pins at for RCTC at the MCAC Dual Championships. Matt wrestled for New York Mills High School, where he was a team captain, three-time All-Conference, and a two-time MN Class A state tournament 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.

ALEX LLOYD is from Shakopee, MN. Alex wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020. In his first season at RCTC, Alex posted a 28-4 record, featuring five pins and seven major decisions at 157 lbs. Alex wrestled for Shakopee High School, where he was a five-time state tournament medalist, and three-time MN Class AAA champion. Alex was a 14-time USA/ Wrestling All-American (FS 5, FR 4, Folk 5), two-time US/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.

CHARLIE GELLERMAN is from Big Lake, MN. Charlie wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA NonScholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020.

Charlie wrestled for Big Lake High School where he was a Class AA state tournament medalist. Charlie chose RCTC because it was an affordable school with a great wrestling program.

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Sage Loredo-Hollon

Jason Moore

Morgen Moreno

Wyatt Simon

Mason Smid

Johnny Thai

SAGE LOREDO-HOLLON is from St. Peter, MN. Sage wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020. As a freshman, Sage earned a 4-9 record featuring 1 pin. Sage wrestled for St. Peter High School, where he was a team captain, six-time All-Conference, and MN Class AA state tournament medalist. Sage enjoys traveling, hip-hop music, and burgers. His family includes Marygold Loredo-Hollon, Amir, and Malik Hollon. Sage chose RCTC because he liked the campus, coaches, and wrestling program.

Noah Parish

Payton Richard

DJ Saunders

Jessie Tijerina

Willie Vonruden

Tristen Wilson

WYATT SIMON is from Mapleton, MN. Wyatt wrestled for Maple River High School, where he was a two-time MN Class A medalist. In high school, Wyatt was a member of the National Honor Society, was awarded Academic All-State, and was a four-time Academic All-Conference award winner. Wyatt enjoys hunting and being out in nature and has a special talent of baling hay. Wyatt chose RCTC because he liked the coaches and atmosphere of the wrestling program.

JASON MOORE is from Mesa, AZ. Jason wrestled for Red Mountain High School, where he was a two-time Class A medalist. Jason enjoys the Minnesota Vikings, magic tricks, and creative writing. Jason chose RCTC to continue wrestling and get his degree.

MASON SMID is from Blackduck, MN. Mason wrestled for Blackduck-Cass Lake-Bena High School, where he was a two-time MN Class A medalist. Mason enjoys hunting and fishing. Mason’s family includes Davis and Denise. Mason chose RCTC because he wanted to compete for a good wrestling program.

MORGEN MORENO is from Hayfield, MN. Morgen wrestled for Westfield High School, where he was a two-time MN Class A medalist. Morgen was a 2019 NJCAA All-American, fifth place finisher. Morgen enjoys watching Step Brothers and watching RCTC wrestle.

Morgen chose RCTC because he liked the campus, coaches, and wrestling program.

JOHNNY THAI is from Rosemount, MN. Johnny wrestled for Rosemount High School, where he was the 2020 Wrestler of the Year. Johnny enjoys hanging out with the team.

Johnny’s family includes Jimmy, Ken, Lyly, and Nam. Johnny chose RCTC because of the law enforcement program at RCTC.

NOAH PARISH is from Mankato, MN. Noah wrestled for RCTC’s NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Championship and NWCA National Dual Runner-up team in 2020. As a freshman, Noah earned a 18-9 record at 157 pounds, featuring 12 bonus point wins.

Noah scored a pin and tech-fall for RCTC at the MCAC Dual Championship. Noah wrestled for Mankato East High School, where he was a team captain, three-time AllConference, Rumble on the Red medalist, and four-time MN section medalist. Noah enjoys his friends, hunting, video games, rap music, and BBQ ribs. His family includes Becky, Brandon, and Blaine Paris. Noah came to RCTC to continue his wrestling career at the next level.

JESSIE TIJERINA is from Portage, WI. Jessie wrestled for Portage High School, where he was a three-time WI Class A medalist. Jessie enjoys playing video games. Jessie chose RCTC because of the cost effectiveness of RCTC, the coaches and the athletic facilities.

PAYTON RICHARD is from Rochester, MN. Payton wrestled for Century High School.

Payton enjoys skateboarding. He chose RCTC because it was close to home and to get a good and affordable education.

DJ SAUNDERS is from Faribault, MN. DJ wrestled for Faribault High School. His family includes David and Teri Saunders. DJ’s favorite sports team is the RCTC Yellowjackets.

His special talents includes back and front flips. DJ enjoys making food from Instagram videos. DJ chose RCTC because he liked the atmosphere of the wrestling program.

WILLIE VONRUDEN is from Medford, MN. Willie wrestled for Medford High School, where he was a five-time state tournament qualifier, three-time state tournament medalist, two-time state tournament finalist, and MN Class A state tournament champion. Willie enjoys playing Yahtzee with his family. His favorite food is chicken fried rice with yum yum sauce. Willie chose RCTC because of the coaches, culture, and atmosphere of the wrestling program.

TRISTEN WILSON is from La Habra Heights, CA. Tristen wrestled for Servite High School, where he was Orange County Athlete of the Year, a two-time state tournament semi-finalist, and two-time high school All-American. Tristen enjoys watching Notre Dame football and T-bone steaks. Tristen chose RCTC to further his academic and athletic career.

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RCTC 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 2020 Auston Hall 141 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 2020 Richard Hammonds III 197 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 2020 Seth Brossard 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 2020 Parker Dobrocky 133 2020 Jeremiah Colon 174 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 2020 Gavin Christoffersen 184 EIGHTH PLACE FINISH 1999 John Wegman 133 2003 Mitch Bunne 149 2007 Ethan Hackbarth 174

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