Coaches

Head Coach: Ryan Kennett

 About: Coach Ryan Kennett is a North Wales resident and married to his wife Brittany. Ryan and Brittany have 4 children: Kylie, Declan, Brooke, and Gavin. Along with coaching wrestling, Ryan also coaches Lacrosse for WissLax. His wife Brittany is also active and coaches soccer and basketball within the Wissahickon programs.    

Wrestling background: 

  • The Haverford School (1997-2004)
  • University of Maryland (2004-2008)

 Wrestling Honors: 

  • 3X PAISWT State Champ (2002,2003,2004)
  • 4X Prep National place winner (7th, 6th, 3rd, 2nd)
  • 2006, 2007, 2008 ACC Academic All-American
  • 2008 starter ACC Championship Team-University of Maryland
  • Cadet & Junior Freestyle State Runner-Up (2002, 2004)

 

Assistant Head Coach: Patrick Cissne 

About: Coach Patrick Cissne is a Blue Bell resident, married to Samantha with three kids, Eli (8), Ryleigh (5) and Brooke (2).  Patrick attended Upper Moreland High School.  Pat enjoys playing golf and coaching his children’s sports.

Wrestling background:

  • Upper Moreland High School (1996-2000)
  • University of Maryland (2004-2008)

Wrestling Honors:

  • 3rd place ACC medal in 2004 at 174
  • 2X PIAA regional place winner taking 4th twice
  • a1X district Champ
  • 2x section champ at 160
  • Upper Morland High School – (1998) First individual undefeated season since 1980

 

     

    Assistant Head Coach: Emil Johnson

    About:  Coach Emil Johnson is a Lower Gwynedd resident, married to Leah with two kids, Jacob (8) and Kellan (6).  Along with coaching wrestling, Emil also coaches baseball for Lower Gwynedd Little League. 

    Wrestling background:

    • Brookville High School (1997-1999)

    Wrestling Honors:

    • 1999 starter PIAA AA Duals state championship team
    • 5th place Ironman Wrestling tournament
    • 3rd place District 9 (x2)

       

         

        Anthony Stagliano

        Assistant Coach

        Joseph Hwang

        Assistant Coach

        Blue Team

        Colin Cissne

        Assistant Coach

        White Team

        Jon Schaffer

        Assistant Coach

        Blue Team

        Kyle Hill

        Assistant Coach

        Blue Team

        Joe Thornton

        Assistant Coach

        Sam Holloway

        Assistant Coach

        Blue Team

        Charlie Brammer

        Assistant Coach

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        Coaching Philosophy

        Our experienced coaching team is passionate about helping young athletes grow through the sport of wrestling. Each coach is dedicated to creating a positive, supportive, and challenging environment where wrestlers can develop both on the mat and in life.

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        ‪(215) 948-2884‬

        521 Houston Rd
        Ambler, PA 19002