"Do what's best for kids!" A motto that Jon has lived by in his career as a teacher, coach, and athletic director. Jon began his wrestling career, as many do, on the mats as part of the youth wrestling program. Jon was a 2-time State Champion under the tutelage of Bruce Burnett. He went on to compete at Boise State University and placed at the PAC-10 championships his sophomore year. After coaching at Capital High School, Jon transferred to Centennial High School as a teacher and coach. There he grew the CHS program into a perennial State power on the mat. He led his team to multiple top four state team finishes and undefeated dual seasons. He coached more than 20 All-Americans and 22 State Champions during his short 8 years tenure as head coach. Jon created the Patriot Youth Wrestling Club and is the current director of that organization. Although he was forced to leave the wrestling room when he took the job of Athletic Director, his impact on wrestling, not only at CHS, but across the State of Idaho, continues as he has managed many District and Idaho State Wrestling Championships. Just as Jon carefully planned every workout for his wrestlers, he carefully plans and carries out even the smallest of details to ensure an outstanding tournament experience for all wrestlers, coaches, and fans.