Saint John's University has appointed Alex Van Krevelen as the new head wrestling coach, effective April 14. Van Krevelen arrives from Shakopee High School, where he led the team to remarkable finishes, including runner-up in the Minnesota Class AAA championships and multiple state qualifiers. He emphasizes a vision centered on discipline and accountability, aiming to elevate the wrestling program at SJU and foster student-athletes' growth both on and off the mat.

By the Numbers
  • Van Krevelen led Shakopee to a 133-20 dual record over his five years.
  • In this time, 45 wrestlers qualified for the state tournament, with 25 placing in the top six.
State of Play
  • SJU wrestling finished 10th of 16 teams at the NCAA Regional in February.
  • Junior Connor Krueger qualified for the NCAA Division III Championships, the first Johnnie to do so since 2020.
What's Next

As Van Krevelen transitions into this role, he aims to strengthen SJU's recruiting efforts and elevate the program's competitiveness in NCAA Division III wrestling. His immediate focus will be establishing a strong team culture and enhancing training methodologies.

Bottom Line

Van Krevelen's leadership promises to change the trajectory of SJU wrestling, potentially positioning it among Minnesota's elite programs, as he brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success.