Vinton-Shellsburg High School is thrilled to announce the appointment of Nate Hansen as the new head boys wrestling coach. Coach Hansen brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success at both the collegiate and international levels, promising an exciting new era for the Vikings wrestling program.

Coach Hansen has already made inroads with the local wrestling community through his volunteer work with the Viking Youth Wrestling program. His dedication to fostering young talent and commitment to a vertically articulated program from youth through high school is a testament to his comprehensive approach to coaching.

Reflecting on his new role, Coach Hansen stated, "I am eager for the challenge, overwhelmed by the support from the community thus far, and excited for what lies ahead."

Vinton-Shellsburg High School's Activities Director, Jim Struve, expressed his enthusiasm about Coach Hansen's appointment, saying, "We are extremely excited to welcome Coach Hansen to our V-S District as our next head boys wrestling coach. Coach Hansen brings a tremendous amount of college coaching experience and knowledge to our program and has the vision to take it to new heights."

Coach Hansen's impressive career includes:

Coaching Experience:

  • University of Dubuque, Assistant Wrestling Coach, Dubuque, IA (2019-2022)
  • Simpson College, Head Wrestling Coach, Indianola, IA (2012-2019)
  • South Dakota State University, Assistant Wrestling Coach, Brookings, SD (2007-2012)
  • Team & Individual Athletic Honors:

  • USA Wrestling, Team USA Veteran World Championship Competitor
    • Freestyle Team Champions, Tbilisi, Georgia (2019)
    • Freestyle Team Champions, Individual Silver Medalist, Plovdiv, Bulgaria (2022)
  • Luther College Wrestling:

  • NCAA DIII National Championship Team 3rd place, NWCA National Duals Team 3rd place, Letter winner (2004)
  • NCAA DIII National Championship Team 3rd place, NWCA National Duals Team 3rd place, Letter winner (2005)
  • NCAA DIII National Championship Team 4th place, NWCA National Duals Team 4th place, Individual NCAA All-American 4th place, NWCA Academic All-American, Team Captain, Letter winner (2006)
  • NCAA DIII National Championship Team 4th place, NWCA National Duals Team 5th place, Individual NCAA National Champion, NWCA Academic All-American, Team Captain, Letter winner (2007)
  • Hall of Fame Inductee (2017)
  • Gregory, South Dakota High School Wrestling:

  • 2003 State Champion
  • 2002 State Champion
  • 2001 State Champion
  • National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award (2003)
  • Coach Hansen's extensive background and dedication to wrestling make him an ideal leader for the Vinton-Shellsburg boys wrestling team. The school community eagerly anticipates the growth and success that will follow under his guidance.


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