Joe Altobello started his involvement in wrestling at Keyser High School with Coach Joe Stanislawczyk. In 1971, he graduated from Fairmont State College. When he returned to Keyser High in 1972, Joe became the assistant wrestling coach under Coach Jim Thompson. During the 1977 season, he took over as head coach until the conclusion of the 2001 season when he retired. During the 24 years as head coach, Joe's teams won 241 matches. He coached 23 state place winners, including two champions and one runner-up out of 84 qualifiers. Keyser was Potomac Valley Conference Champions seven times and runner-up 10 times with 74 individual champions. Joe was named conference coach of the year for each of those team wins. He started the Keyser Kiwanis Invitational in 1980 and still directs the meet. He has been and continues to be the regional tournament director when it is held at KHS. Joe was a member of the State Wrestling committee twice, President of the WV State Coaches' Association and USA Wrestling state representative. From 1972-76, he coached Keyser Junior High Cross Country. Also from 2001 - 2010, he coached the Keyser High varsity and remains meet director for all home meets, including regionals. In 2007, Joe retired after 30 years of teaching social studies and an additional five years as Assistant Principal of Keyser. He is also a member of the Keyser High Athletic Hall of Fame. Joe and his wife, Marlene are the proud parents of two sons, Chris (Mollie) and Jared (Christi). They have five lovely grandchildren, Luca, Enzo, Gianni, Noah, and Emmy.