Shakopee's Championship Coach to Lead Saint John's Wrestling

Alex Van Krevelen brings his winning formula to the Division III program

Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:21am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and intense competition of a wrestling match, with sharp planes of navy, green, and red intersecting to create a sense of energy and intensity.The hiring of a championship-winning high school coach signals Saint John's University's commitment to elevating its wrestling program to new heights.Shakopee Today

Shakopee wrestling fans will see a familiar face move up to the college ranks, as former Shakopee High School head coach and Shakopee West Middle School teacher Alex Van Krevelen has been hired to lead Saint John's University wrestling. After guiding the Sabers to multiple state podium finishes and a 133-20 dual record, he plans to bring that same discipline and energy to the Division III program.

Why it matters

Van Krevelen's move to Saint John's represents a significant talent acquisition for the Division III program, as he has proven his ability to build a successful high school wrestling powerhouse. His coaching expertise and ability to develop talent could help elevate the Johnnies' wrestling program to new heights.

The details

During his tenure at Shakopee High School, Van Krevelen led the Sabers to a 133-20 dual record and multiple state podium finishes. He is known for instilling a strong work ethic and disciplined approach in his wrestlers, which he plans to bring to the Saint John's program.

  • Van Krevelen was hired as the new head coach of the Saint John's University wrestling program in April 2026.

The players

Alex Van Krevelen

The former head coach of the Shakopee High School wrestling team, who has been hired to lead the Saint John's University wrestling program.

Saint John's University

A Division III university located in Collegeville, Minnesota, whose wrestling program has hired Alex Van Krevelen as its new head coach.

Shakopee High School

The high school where Alex Van Krevelen previously served as the head wrestling coach, leading the Sabers to a 133-20 dual record and multiple state podium finishes.

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What’s next

Van Krevelen will begin his tenure as the new head coach of the Saint John's University wrestling program in the upcoming 2026-27 season, where he will look to build on the program's recent success and elevate it to new heights.

The takeaway

The hiring of Alex Van Krevelen, a proven winner at the high school level, represents a significant investment in the Saint John's University wrestling program. His track record of developing talented wrestlers and instilling a winning culture could pay dividends for the Johnnies as they aim to become a regional and national powerhouse in Division III wrestling.