The Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association has awarded eight $1,000 scholarships this year. High school seniors who have wrestled at a Minnesota high school and are college-bound were eligible to apply.
Congratulations to this year’s MWCA scholarship winners:
Samantha Zoller of Thief River Falls is the daughter of Curtis and Anna Zoller and is coached by Dale Rystad. Samantha is an excellent student supporting a 4.1 GPA, is involved in a multitude of extracurricular activities, and has participated in wrestling for the last two years. Samantha is described by one of her coaches as having an unwavering moral compass. Samantha plans on attending college.
Zach Remer wrestles for Mille Lacs and attends Isle High School. He is the son of Andy and Meghan Remer and is coached by Josh Hughley. Zach has an impressive 3.96 GPA, is a two-sport athlete, and is a five-time state entrant and a three-time state champion. In six years, Zach has not missed a practice or wrestling event. Zach operates his only lawn care service in the summer months and plans on attending Saint Cloud Technical College to pursue a career as an electrician.
Parker Jackson of Watertown-Mayer is the son of Jennifer Jackson and is coached by Kurt Becker and Bill McDonald. Parker is an excellent student, displaying a 3.94 GPA for his high school career. Parker is a three-time state entrant and loves to work outdoors. Parker was described by an employer as having a heart for the community and for younger wrestlers. Parker plans on attending college and hopes to accomplish the goal of becoming an HVAC technician.
Caleb Kurtti of Goodhue is the son of Nick and Katie Kurtti and is coached by Josh Grant. Caleb is a three-sport athlete participating in wrestling, football and baseball. He is also a three-time state entrant. In addition, Caleb also excels in the classroom, earning a 3.80 GPA. Caleb is described as an athlete who valued participating in more than one sport and was determined to be successful in all three. He plans on attending Augustana University.
Cole Munsterteiger wrestles for Mound Westonka and is the son of Todd and Holly Munsterteiger. He is also coached by his father, Todd. Cole is a five-time state entrant and is a three-sport athlete. As a busy athlete for the three seasons, Cole earned a 3.99 GPA. Cole’s principal describes him as having a high level of passion and enthusiasm for everything that he does. He plans on attending Southwest Minnesota State University.
Logan Schwanz wrestles for Hutchinson/ BLHS wrestling program and attends Hutchinson High school. Logan is the son of Derik and Rise Schwanz. Logan is a four-time state qualifier and a three-time state place winner. Logan is described by one of his teachers as a servant leader, always first to set up and the last to leave after clean up. Logan plans on attending college but is undecided at this time.
Josie Giangiacomo is the daughter of Lisa and Bart Giangiacomo and wrestles for Hastings High School. She is coached by Tim Haneberg. Josie has wrestled for three years and is involved in many activities at Hastings. Before she stepped on the mat to wrestle, she was the team’s manager. Josie is described by one of her teachers as a student who is driven by her desire to understand and grow. In the classroom, Josie has earned a 3.78 GPA and plans on attending college, but is undecided at this time.
Amelia Miller wrestles for Hastings High School and is the daughter of Rob Miller and Amy Bjork. She is coached by Tim Haneberg and is a two-time state entrant. Amelia is a two-sport athlete who is heavily involved in her community. Amelia is a model student supporting a 3.71 GPA. Amelia is described by her coach as a person who has made a lasting impact on Hastings High School, giving it her all each and every day. She plans on attending the University of Minnesota Crookston.