Alumni/Foundation at Iowa Central
Hall of Fame

2016 Triton Athletic Team Award Hall of Fame Inductees

1981 Wrestling Team

Iowa Central’s 1981 Wrestling Team was the first wrestling team to become a National Championship Team.

  • The team included five NJCAA All-Americans
  • Kevin Russell (Clarion) - National Champion @ 126
  • Mark Ostrander (Fort Dodge St. Edmonds) - Runner-up @ 142
  • Wayne Cole (Fort Dodge) - Runner-up @ HWT.
  • John Schaumberg (Eagle Grove) - National Champion and 3rd place
  • Curt Pacha (Washington, IA) - 5th place @ 167
  • The team was coached by Dennis Friederichs, Iowa Central Community College Wrestling Coach (1972-1996)

At Iowa Central the professors focus on the success of the students, and with small class sizes it makes interaction with the professors easier. You are not just some random number in a class at Iowa Central. The teachers are always available and can respond to any question you may have in a timely manner.

Dalton Baker
Elementary Education
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