Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association

Episode 141: Jay Johnston - KWCA President

KWCA President Jay Johnston joins the podcast to talk about the upcoming fall clinic and also fills listeners in on an exciting announcement about a continued partnership

Episode 149: Beau Welch - 5A Girls Administrator of the Year

Beau Welch was named 2026 KWCA 5A Girls Administrator of the Year. Emporia is one of the most tradition-rich town and schools in the state of Kansas and Mr. Welch has hel

Episode 151: Denny Kolvek - Official of the Year

One of the most respected officials in the state, Denny Kolvek, joins the podcast. He was named 2026 KWCA Official of the Year

Episode 150: Nichole Moore - College Senior Wrestler of the Year (NCAA Women)

Nichole Moore was a State champion for Nickerson High School during the first year that the sport was sanctioned in Kansas, and this past spring, she qualified for the fi

Episode 146: Tyler Gonzales - 6A Coach of the Year and NWHOF Coach of the Year for Kansas

Tyler Gonzales has rich and varied experiences in the sport of wrestling. Last year, he took the Maize Eagles to the top with a 6A State championship. This year, he was n

Episode 147: Caleb Hutchinson - 6A Wrestler of the Year

Manhattan's Caleb is settling into life as a college freshman at the University of Illinois. The four-time State champion will be competing for a spot in the Fighting Ili

Episode 148: Cadence Greeson - 321A Wrester of the Year

Norton's Cadence Greeson joins the podcast to recap her outstanding career as a Bluejay capped off with an undefeated senior season.

Episode 140: Brett Delich - 4A and KCA Coach of the Year

Brett Delich led Tonganoxie to unprecedented success during his time there. He led the Chieftains to two state titles and many individual honors. He was named 4A Boys Coa

Episode 139: Devon Dawson - College Senior Wrestler of the Year (NCAA DI)

Devon Dawson finished up his college career as a MAC Champion and NCAA Qualifier at Northern Illinois. The Goddard High School grad also competed at Pratt Community Colle

Episode 138: Anthony Calderon - Doug Vander Linden Award Winner

Anthony Calderon entered the coaching ranks after an outstanding career at Garden City High School and Ft. Hays State University. He is currently the assistant on the new

Episode 137: Braden Ledford - Senior College Wrestler of the Year (NAIA - Mens)

Braden Ledford followed up an outstanding high school career at Winfield by earning All-American status at the NAIA nationals last spring competing for Friends University

Episode 136: Adam Kadavy - Media of the Year

Western Kansas News Sports Director, Adam Kadavy of Scott City was named KWCA Media of the Year for 2026. His focus is on Scott City, but he also recognizes athletes in t

Episode 135: Kiley Dillow - 4A Wrestler of the Year and Tricia Saunders Award Winner for KS

Meet Kiley Dillow. The Chanute High School grad was named KWCA 4A Senior Wrestler of the Year in addition to the Tricia Saunders Award for Kansas. She was named one of on

Episode 134: 2025 Hall of Fame induction speeches

Meet the 2025 KWCA Hall of Fame class 1:00 - Billy Johnson. Intro by Shane Miller 25:30 - Bill Ross. Intro by Kelly Heinecker 56:45 - Jacob Klein. Intro by Bubba Wright

Episode 132: Hartwell Taylor - KWCA College Senior Wrestler of the Year for NAIA

Meet Hartwell Taylor, 2025 College Senior Wrestler of the Year for NAIA. Taylor made history in 2024 by wining the NAIA national title, becoming the first from the Univer

Episode 131: Brian Malm - 321A Administrator of the Year

After a long career as a teacher and coach, Brian Malm moved on to administration. He continues to use his coaching skills in his new role and has been named KWCA 321A Ad

Episode 127: Sara Lake - 2025 KWCA College Senior Wrestler of the Year

Sara Lake of Piper High School was among the first state champions in Kansas history after KSHSAA sanctioned girls wrestling. She went on to become a three-time All-Ameri

Episode 129: Ross Taplin - USAWKS District 3 Youth Coach of the Year

From success as an athlete at the high school and college levels to running one of the most successful clubs in the state, Ross Taplin's efforts have paid off. 

Episode 130: Paul Lappin - KWCA 6A Coach of the Year for both boys and girls

Paul Lappin completed his first year as head coach at Garden City in 2025, but came in with a wealth of experience. He has the Buffalos on the track he helped build and m

Episode 123: Nathan Broeckelman - KWCA President

Nathan Broeckelman is finishing out his term as KWCA president. The Barton County Community College head coach jumps on to fill us in on what to expect from this year's c