Ryan Lancaster
Head Varsity Coach
Coach Lancaster has been apart of the West Ottawa wrestling family since 1996. As a middle schooler, he would practice with his older brother Rory under Coach McCourt and Coach Nadolsky. He developed at a very early age under the Panther system, winning several youth state titles and even became an All-American. He also had an impressive prep career, becoming a 2002 MHSAA State Qualifier and a 3x MHSAA Regional Qualifier. He holds records for career wins, team points, escapes, reversals, 2-point near falls and 3-point near falls. He also was a 3x USAW National Qualifier and a member of the 2002 USAW Junior Greco-Roman National Championship team
In college, Lancaster was a 2003 Academic All-American for Muskegon Community College, as well as 2003 USAW "Red-shirt Freshman" All-American. He later went on the wrestle NCAA Division 1 at Easter Michigan University with fellow West Ottawa alum John McClure. After one season he transferred to Grand Valley State University where he finished out is collegiate career as a Laker. As a member of the 2008 NCWA National Championship team, Lancaster was an All-American placing 7th at the NCWA National Championships at 235lbs.
Since then he has dedicated himself to the coaching world, joining the West Ottawa wrestling coaching staff in 2006. coaching at all levels, he has helped the Panthers in securing 2 MHSAA district team titles, as well as coached several All-State wrestlers and All-Americans. He is also currently the director of wrestling for Myrmidon Training Systems, a grass root Olympic style wrestling club located in Holland, Michigan.
This is Coach Lancaster's fourth year as head coach.
Email: Lancasterr@westottawa.net
In college, Lancaster was a 2003 Academic All-American for Muskegon Community College, as well as 2003 USAW "Red-shirt Freshman" All-American. He later went on the wrestle NCAA Division 1 at Easter Michigan University with fellow West Ottawa alum John McClure. After one season he transferred to Grand Valley State University where he finished out is collegiate career as a Laker. As a member of the 2008 NCWA National Championship team, Lancaster was an All-American placing 7th at the NCWA National Championships at 235lbs.
Since then he has dedicated himself to the coaching world, joining the West Ottawa wrestling coaching staff in 2006. coaching at all levels, he has helped the Panthers in securing 2 MHSAA district team titles, as well as coached several All-State wrestlers and All-Americans. He is also currently the director of wrestling for Myrmidon Training Systems, a grass root Olympic style wrestling club located in Holland, Michigan.
This is Coach Lancaster's fourth year as head coach.
Email: Lancasterr@westottawa.net
Accomplishments
- NCEP Bronze Level Coach
- 2008 NCWA All-American
- Member of 2008 NCWA National Champion Team
- 2003 USAW Collegiate All-American
- 2003 NJCAA Academic All-American
- 2002 MHSAA State Qualifier
- Numerous MUSAW State Championships
- Member of Numerous National and International Teams
- Coached 2x MHSAA District Championship Teams
- Coached dozens of All-State and All-American wrestlers, as well as a World Medalist
- Team Michigan National Team Coach
- Open Director for MUSAW
Mathias Sarli
Assistant Varsity Coach
Mathias is a product of the West Ottawa wrestling family. While competing at West Ottawa, he holds records for career reversals and escapes. A regional qualifier in high school for the Panthers, Sarli went on to compete at Muskegon Community College as a Jayhawk. This next level training as served him well, as he has been with the program at all levels for several years now. His no nonsense approach to wrestling has aided the program in grooming numerous all-state wrestlers.
Email: sarlim@westottawa.net
Email: sarlim@westottawa.net
Accomplishments
- MHSAA Regional Qualifier
- Former College Wrestler
Tanner Kuipers
Assistant Varsity Coach
Kuipers is another product of the West Ottawa system and a member of a great wrestling family. As a Panther, he was a four time varsity wrestler, giving him a lot of exposure to a high level of competition. His upbeat attitude and attention to detail aids first year wrestlers to be acclimated to the program.
This is Tanner fourth year as a coach.
Email: Tkuips103@gmail.com
This is Tanner fourth year as a coach.
Email: Tkuips103@gmail.com
Accomplishments
- 4x Varsity Letter Winner
Anthony Inthavong
Assistant Varsity Coach
Anthony is a skilled technician that has competed on the national stage. He is skill instructor and has a wealth of knowledge.
This is Coach Inthavong's fourth year as a coach.
Email: Inthavoa@mail.gvsu.edu
This is Coach Inthavong's fourth year as a coach.
Email: Inthavoa@mail.gvsu.edu
Accomplishments
- 3x MUSAW National Team Member
- Varsity Wrestler