Coaches Corner

Coaches and Support Staff

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

Support Staff

Assistant Coach - Anthony Stagliano

Assistant Coach - Dan Jafarian

Assistant Coach - Joe Hwang

Assistant Coach - Joe Thorton

Assistant Coach - Colin Cissne

Assistant Coach - Kyle Hill

Practice Approach

Practice is held at Wissahickon High School wrestling room or lower cafeteria. Athletes are divided into three different practice groups based on experience and age. Your wrestler will be assigned practice group and times in the team scheduling app.

White Practice (Beginner)- This practice group is for new wrestlers (zero experience) and/or wrestlers in kindergarten and first grade. The intention of this group is to learn the basics of the sport; rules, scoring, fundamental moves, sportsmanship, entry level strength & flexibility training. Practice will consist of warm up & stretching, instruction & drills, live wrestling, and games. There will be quick transitions to keep engagement.

Blue Practice (Intermediate)- This practice group is for wrestlers with 1 to 3 years of experience and in second grade or above. The intention of this group is to continue to learn the basics of the sport; rules, scoring, fundamental moves, sportsmanship, entry level strength & flexibility training. Practice will consist of warm up & stretching, instruction & drills, live wrestling, and games. There will be quick transitions to keep engagement.

Gold Practice (Advanced) - This practice group is for more experienced wrestlers. Wrestlers with 4+ years of experience, in 5th grade or above and/or designated by coaches. Learn advanced moves while reinforcing the fundamentals, advanced strength & flexibility training, and drills. Emphasis on live wrestling. There will be increased competition, and of course Games!

**Wresters may be moved to a different practice group based on the coaching team's recommendations. These practice groups are designed to give our youth wresters the opportunity to practice with similar skilled and experienced teammates.

Competition Approach

Wissahickon Youth Wrestling participates in the Inter-County Wrestling League (ICWL). We will release the Competition Schedule and it will be posted on the Team Snap App calendar.

Equipment and Gear needed to participate