RCTC Wrestling 2013-2014 Recap
Wrestling Fans... Welcome to another exciting season of Yellowjacket Wrestling at Rochester Community and Technical College! On behalf of the team, coaches, students, faculty, and staff, thank you for your support. As RCTC’s new President, I am excited for what the year holds for our student-athletes, both on and off the mat. RCTC has a history of providing college experiences typically found at four-year universities, and, thanks to the support of our local community, the Regional Sports Center was built to serve both our student-athletes and the community in a variety of athletic competitions. Students at RCTC may choose from a variety of Student Life programs to make life-long connections, develop leadership and life skills, and of course, be a part of the most extensive varsity sports program of any public two-year college in the state. So while on campus, feel free to tour all the facilities, study in our library, view our artwork, or just walk the grounds. You’ll be amazed at what you’ll find at RCTC. Again, thank you for your support, and GO YELLOWJACKETS!
Leslie R. McClellon RCTC President
www.rctcyellowjackets.com
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2014 NJCAA Non-Scholarship National Champs
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2014 Region XIII Champs 2014 Region XIII Coach of the Year
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2014 MCAC State Champs
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2014 NJCAA All-Americans Garret Miller and Joe Munos
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2014 NJCAA Coach of the Year Randy Rager
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Academic All-Americans Garret Miller and Label Lewis
2014-15 Schedule DATE VS
TIME
11/1
10:00am
Yellowjacket Open @ HOME
11/15 Luther Open
9:00am
11/22 Augsburg Open
9:00am
12/7
9:00am
Dragon Open
12/13 Husky Open
9:00am
1/6
Northland CC/Augsburg TRI @ HOME
6:00pm
1/9
NWCA National Duals @ Fort Wayne, IN
TBA
1/17
Worthington Open
9:00am
1/21
Itasca Community College Dual @ HOME
7:00pm
1/24
Minnesota/Iowa Duals
9:00am
1/28
Minnesota West Dual
7:00pm
1/31
MAC State Tournament & Grand Rapids, MN
10:00am
2/5
Ridgewater Com College Dual @ HOME FAN APPRECIATION
7:00pm
YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING
Your 2014 Yellowjacket Wrestling Team
Go yellowjackets!
RCTC Yellowjackets Team Roster NAME CLASS
HOMETOWN
Kevin Agee Chandler Arrendondo Cory Berry Marcus Blount-McKinley Brett Bradford Damarius Gilmer Connor Hanson Caron Henry Dakota Joseph Tim Krueger Alex Kubicek Label Lewis Zack Lissick Deven Loepp Thomas Miller Mason Moreno Collin Olson Luis Pinto Tate Sandifer Wesley Schultz Derek Scott Trevor Scott Ja’Von Tolliver Tyler Vogt
Cleveland, OH Richfield, MN Champlin, MN Rochester, MN Byron, MN Minneapolis, MN Fillmore, MN St. Charles, MN Eagan, MN Springfield, MN Owatonna, MN Beaufor, SC South Saint Paul, MN Oakes, ND Plainview, MN Hayfield, MN Stillwater, MN Prior Lake, MN Tucson, AZ Sun Prairie, WI Holdingford, MN Holdingford, MN Cleveland, OH Owatonna, MN
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2014-15 OFFICIAL SEASON PROGRAM
2014 Rochester Yellowjacket Wrestling Staff Athletic Director—Jean Musgjerd Jean graduated from Bemidji State University, earning both her BS degree in Physical Education (1985) and her MS degree in Physical Education with an emphasis in Sports Administration (1991), along with additional graduate work in health (2007). For the past twenty-four years Jean has been employed at Rochester Community and Technical College serving as head volleyball coach from 1990-2007, head softball coach from 1994 – 2011, HPER Instructor from 1990 to the present, and athletic director from 2001 to the present. While at RCTC she led two volleyball teams to the NJCAA National Volleyball Tournament and four softball teams to the NJCAA National Softball Tournament. Jean has earned several honors while coaching at RCTC: two-time NJCAA Region XIII Volleyball Coach of the Year, four-time NJCAA Region XIII Softball Coach of the Year, and 2006 NFCA Jr. College Division III Coach of the Year. She also had the honor of coaching 12 NJCAA All Americans and one NJCAA Academic All American. Since 2004, Jean has served as the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women’s Region XIII Director and serves on many national/regional/state committees under this title. In 2007, she was named to the softball coaching staff of the NJCAA Elite Softball Team that competed in the World University Game in Bangkok, Thailand. In 2009, Jean received the NJCAA Loyalty Award for her work within the NJCAA at the national and regional levels. Most recently she has been named to the National Alliance of Two Year College Athletic Administrators (NATYCAA) Executive Committee. While her work keeps her plenty busy, she does find time for a few hobbies such as camping, backpacking, BWCA Trips, and fishing. Since 1997, she also has trained dogs to search for lost and missing people for the Southern MN Canine Search and Rescue Association. Currently Jean has two German Shepherds that are certified to do such work.
As Athletic Director at Rochester Community and Technical College, I want to welcome you on behalf of the faculty, staff, and student-athletes at RCTC. We are proud of the rich traditions our student-athletes have built over the years, both in the classroom and in competition. Our student-athletes are expected to live by the premise: “You are a student first and an athlete second.” With this in mind, RCTC celebrates with the MCAC All-Academic Award Winners each year, as well as the students earning Dean’s List recognition each semester. Wrestling has a long outstanding tradition here at RCTC, and we expect nothing but continued success. In 2014 the wrestling program was awarded the honor of the top NJCAA Non-Scholarship Team at the NJCAA National Tournament, and Coach Randy Rager was named the NJCAA Non-Scholarship Coach of the Year. I would like to encourage you to join us for all our athletic activities and continue to support our student-athletes. The sports schedules and other information can be found on our website at rctcyellowjackets.com. Thank you for joining us today, and I hope to see you again at future athletic activities.
Randy Rager – Head Coach
Nick Severson - Assistant Coach is in his fifth season with RCTC. Severson
Randy Rager, Coach for the Yellowjacket Wrestling Team, is still the All-Time Winningest Wrestler in NCAA DII History with 162 collegiate wins while wrestling for the University of Minnesota-Morris in the late 90s. He was a three-time Academic All-American and two-time MVP for the University of Morris. Randy completed his bachelor’s degree from the University of MinnesotaMorris and has completed two master’s degrees from St. Cloud State University. Rager was an Assistant Coach at SCSU from 2001-2004 and has been very involved in USA Wrestling Clubs since 2000. In his time at RCTC, Rager has coached two NJCAA National Champions, 12 NJCAA All-Americans, 61 NJCAA National Qualifiers, and several Academic All-Americans. In 2014, Rager coached the RCTC Yellowjackets to a NJCAA D-III National Championship and was voted as Coach of the Year.
comes to RCTC from North Dakota State University, where he was a two-time NCAA Division II National Champion. In 2012 Nick qualified for the Olympic Trials at 120kg and was fourth in the qualifier.
Ricky Ties - Assistant Coach is beginning his fourth season with RCTC.
Ties is the founder of Inner Drive Wrestling in Rochester, Minnesota. Inner Drive is an organization focused on helping wrestlers develop proper technique and maintain an edge over the competition. Ties’ college wrestling career includes competing both at RCTC and La Crosse. As a coach, he has several years’ experience at the high school level and was an Assistant at Wheaton College.
Joe Munos - Assistant Coach is entering his first year as an assistant coach for
RCTC. Joe was a highly decorated Minnesota high school wrestler winning the Minnesota State Tournament three times. Last year Munos was an All-American for RCTC.
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YELLOWJACKET WRESTLING Kevin Agee is from Cleveland, OH. He was an All-Conference selection and Ohio State Tournament entrant. He was selected as team MVP and had the most takedowns and pins. His family includes his parents Kevin and Selina, brothers Evin and Ja’Von, and sister Oneatha. His major is Exercise Science. His favorite movie is Friday Night Lights. His favorite sports team is the Cleveland Browns. His favorite food is spaghetti. He came to RCTC to become successful and participate in athletics. Chandler Arredondo is from Richfield, MN. Chandler was an All-Conference selection and three-time state entrant and also placed fifth at the Minnesota State Tournament. Chandler’s family includes his mom Amy, stepdad David, and brother Andrew. Chandler is a Business Administration major. His favorite movie is The Godfather. His favorite sports team is the Chiefs. His favorite food is tacos. He came to RCTC to wrestle. Cory Berry is from Champlin, MN. Cory was a three-time AllConference selection and two-time state entrant and placed sixth at the Minnesota State Tournament. Cory’s family includes his mom Beth and two sisters Krystin and Desi. His favorite movie is Warrior. His favorite sports teams are the Colts and Minnesota Gophers. His favorite food is sushi. He came to RCTC to wrestle. Marcus Blount-McKinley is from Rochester, MN and wrestled for Mayo High School. He was a three-time letter winner, most improved twice. His family includes his parents, three brothers, and three sisters. His major at RCTC is Liberal Arts. His favorite movie is Django Unchained. His favorite sports teams are the Wisconsin Badgers, Chicago Bears/Bulls, and Milwaukee Brewers. His favorite food is chicken Alfredo or mostaccioli. He came to RCTC because he wasn’t ready to leave home yet.
Tim Krueger is from Springfield, MN. Tim was a two-time AllConference selection and placed fourth at the Minnesota State Tournament. Tim was also a member of the baseball team, which placed fifth at the Minnesota State Tournament. Tim’s family includes his parents Jim and Donna and two brothers Bill and Andy. His favorite movie is Benchwarmers. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is steak. He came to RCTC to wrestle. Alex Kubicek is from Owatonna, MN where he wrestled for coach Cliff Casteel. He is majoring in Liberal Arts. His favorite movie is Lord of the Rings. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is cheeseburgers. He came to RCTC because it is close to home and to help prepare him for a university.
Label Lewis is from Beaufor, SC where he wrestled in the 132 weight class for Hilton Head Island High School. He was two-time South Carolina State Champion, state runner-up, four-time state placer, AllRegion, four-time lower state champion, four-time region champion, MVP, Most Take Downs, Most Pins, and 3A Wrestler of the Year. His family includes Khalil, DeQuan, JoJo, Kejuan, and Shalike. His major at RCTC is Sports Management. His favorite movie is Toy Soldiers. His favorite sports team is New England Patriots. His favorite food is French fries. He came to RCTC to prepare himself for college and to wrestle. Zack Lissick is from South Saint Paul, MN where he wrestled for Don Nihart. Zack’s family includes his mom Jennifer and dad Thomas, brother Ryan and sister Elle. His favorite movie is The Dark Knight. His favorite sports team is LSU Football. His favorite food is pizza. He came to RCTC to wrestle and because it is close to home.
Deven Loepp is from Oakes, ND where he attended Oakes High School. Loepp was a two-time North Dakota State Champion and fourtime state finalist. His family includes his parents and two siblings. His major at RCTC is the BUM program. His favorite movie is Inglourias Basterds. His favorite sports team is the New York Yankees. His favorite food is ribs. He came to RCTC to continue his academic journey.
Brett Bradford is from Byron, MN. Brett was a Minnesota State Tournament entrant. Brett’s family includes his parents Tiffany and Scott, brother Scotty, and two sisters Gracie and Hailey. Brett is majoring in Human Resources. His favorite movie is Blade. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is rice and eggs. He came to RCTC because it is close to home. Damarius Gilmer is from Minneapolis, MN. Damarius was a three-time All-City selection, four-year letter winner, and a Minnesota state entrant. Damarius’s family includes his parents Gary and Tamara and two brothers Adarius and Laquarius. Damarius is an Engineering major. His favorite movie is The Lion King. His favorite sports team is the Patriots. His favorite food is everything. He came to RCTC to wrestle. Connor Hanson is from Fillmore, MN. Connor was an All-Conference selection and also played football at Fillmore Central H.S. Connor’s family includes his parents Craig and Tara and sister Cassidy. He is currently undecided in his major but would like to work in the fitness market. His favorite movie is Braveheart. His favorite sports team is Gopher Wrestling. His favorite food is meat. He came to RCTC because it was close to home, a great place to complete his generals, and to wrestle. Carson Henry is from St. Charles, MN. Carson was a Minnesota State entrant and 2012 NJCAA National Qualifier. Carson’s family includes his mom Becky, dad Dale, and brothers Charlie and Hayden. His favorite movie is Grandma’s Boy. His favorite sports team is the Oregon Ducks. His favorite food is sushi. He came to RCTC to wrestle and because it is close to home. Dakota Joseph is from Eagan, MN where he wrestled for coach Chad Gage. He is a Liberal Arts Major. His favorite movie is The Blind Side. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is pizza. He came to RCTC because it is close to home.
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Thomas Miller is from Plainview, MN. Thomas was a six-time wrestling letter winner and Minnesota State Runner-up. Thomas’s family includes his parents John and Kris, sister Haley, and brothers Joe and Nick. Thomas is currently undecided in his major. His favorite movie is Bad Grandpa. His favorite sports team is the Gophers. His favorite food is Buffalo Wild Wings. He came to RCTC to continue his wrestling and save money while completing his generals. Mason Moreno is from Hayfield, MN. Mason was a three-time Minnesota State entrant and placed 2nd at the Minnesota State Tournament. Cory’s family includes his parents Larry and Corina and brothers Myles, Mo, Mat, Max. Mason is currently undecided in his major. His favorite movie is The Express. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is Taco Bell. He came to RCTC to wrestle and because it is close to home. Collin Olson is from Stillwater, MN. Collin was an All-Conference selection and Honorable Mention. Collin’s family includes his dad Corky, mom Kris, brother David, and sisters Jordiah and Kyrsten. Collin is majoring in Law Enforcement. His favorite movie is Saving Private Ryan. His favorite sports team is the Minnesota Twins. His favorite food is pizza. He came to RCTC because it is close to home. Luis Pinto is from Prior Lake, MN. Luis was a two-time Minnesota State entrant and Minnesota State Champion. Luis’s family includes his mom Maria and two brothers Erick and Ian. His favorite movie is The Avengers. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is tacos. He came to RCTC because it is close to home and to continue his athletic career.
2014-15 OFFICIAL SEASON PROGRAM Tate Sandifer is from Tucson, AZ. Tate was a two-time Arizona State Champion and four-time place winner (5th, 1st, 2nd, 1st). Tate transfers to RCTC from North Idaho Community College, where he was on the honor roll. Tate’s family includes his parents Todd and Tammi and two brothers Tristan and Thatcher. Tate is majoring in Special Education. His favorite movie is Friday Night Lights. His favorite sports team is the Greenbay Packers. His favorite food is pasta. He came to RCTC to wrestle and because it was close to family. Wesley Schultz is from Sun Prairie, WI. Wes was a two-time Big 8 Conference Champion, two-time Wisconsin State place winner, and Wisconsin State Champion. Wes’s family includes his parents Michael and Lisa, and sister Zenna. His favorite movie is Kill Bill. His favorite sports team is the Greenbay Packers. His favorite food is seafood. He came to RCTC because of the academics and wrestling program. Derek Scott is from Holdingford, MN where he attended Apple Valley High School. His family includes Joel, Devin, Trevor, Zach, Jenna, and Patty. His major at RCTC is the BUM program. His favorite movie is Superbad. His favorite sports team is the Minnesota Vikings. His favorite food is steak. He came to RCTC for wrestling and the BUM program.
Trevor Scott is from Holdingford, MN. He placed fourth in the Minnesota State Tournament. His family includes Joel Scott, Patty Jo Scott, Devin, Derek, Zach, and Jenna. His major at RCTC is Auto Mechanic Technician. His favorite movie is This is the End. His favorite sports team is the Miami Heat. His favorite food is pizza. He came to RCTC for an education. Ja’Von Tolliver is from Cleveland, OH. Ja’Von was a two-time AllConference selection and Ohio State Tournament entrant. Ja’Von’s family includes his mom Jazma and sisters Daisha, Destinee, and Maranda. Ja’Von is majoring in Emergency Medicine Paramedics. His favorite movie is Paid in Full. His favorite sports team is the Ohio State Buckeyes. His favorite food is cheese pizza. He came to RCTC because he feels the wrestling program can help him get to the next level. Tyler Vogt is from Owatonna, MN. Tyler was a two-time Big 9 All-Conference selection and placed fifth at the Minnesota State Tournament. Tyler’s family includes his parents Tom and Sherri, sister Cassie, and brothers Josh and Zach. Tyler is a Liberal Arts major. His favorite movie is Talladega Nights. His favorite sports team is the Vikings. His favorite food is chili. He came to RCTC to complete his generals and then transfer.
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Rochester Community and Technical College Wrestling All-Americans National Champions
Fourth Place Finish
1968 Dennis Gladwin 191
1964 George Ceplecha 123
1963 Arvin Jacobson 157
1969 Dan Froiland Hwt.
1965 Don Mullenbach 130
1964 Wally Johnson 177
1977 Scott Schmitz 190
1966 Don Mullenbach 130
1965 Wally Johnson 157
1979 Don Dahl 190
1966 Jim Johnson 152
1967 Duane Aaland Hwt.
2011 Theo Jensen-Innis 165
1966 Jack Radabaugh 137
1968 Ken Stockdale 130
1967 Rick Mihal 160
1976 Keith Burke 126
1968 Darrel Hartle 152
1983 Dave Johnson 158
1982 Randy Wirtjes 167
1983 Todd Praska 177
1986 Dennis McNamara 150
2006 Kasey Meiners 174
1984 Dave Meinick 142
1987 Scott Lewison 150
2009 Devin Clark 184
1988 Jim Richardson Hwt.
1991 Jeremy Pease Hwt.
1993 Chad Krippner 150
1997 Jesse Hoekstra Hwt.
1993 Karl Jones Hwt.
2001 David Miller Hwt.
1996 Gil Domally 126
2003 Mike Cunningham 197
1997 Jeremy Koch 158
2005 Kevin Raasch 197
2010 Devin Clark 197
2007 Nathan Clements 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
2014 Joe Munos 141
Fifth Place Finish
1995 Karl Jones Hwt.
1965 Larry Wandrow 115
1998 Randy Smith 142
1965 John McBride 123
1999 Travis Wiuff Hwt.
1966 Pete Middleton 177
2007 Nathan Clements 184
1967 Dave Hartle 130
2009 Parker Brand 197
1969 Al Hodedon 152 1970 Bob Hanes 118
1963 Gary Ingalls 123 1965 Marvin Inverson 147 1967 Wiley Lodge 115
1983 Tom Dole Hwt.
2013 Joe Bunne 197
1979 John Ohly 158
Third Place Finish
Seventh Place Finish
1980 Chuck Koestler 150 1981 Randy Wirtjes 158 1998 Travis Wiuff Hwt.
1969 Ken Stockdale 130
Sixth Place Finish
1978 David Bulmer 150
1965 Lee Aadahl 167
1999 John Lorenz 174
1966 Arlan Enquist 115
2013 Garret Miller 174
1966 Leo Eckerman 191
2014 Garret Miller 174
1967 Ralph Tewksbury 137 1967 Don Ask 167
Eighth Place Finish 1999 John Wegman 133 2003 Mitch Bunne 149 2007 Ethan Hackbarth 174
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