ST. LOUIS — Maryville University is thrilled to announce the appointment of Charlie Sherertz as the new head coach of the Maryville wrestling team. With a proven track record of success and a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the mat, Sherertz is set to lead the team to new heights.
 
"We are delighted to welcome Charlie Sherertz to the Maryville family. His extensive experience, dedication, and commitment to the holistic development of student-athletes align very well with our values. We believe that under Sherertz's guidance, our wrestling program will flourish, and our student-athletes will thrive both academically and athletically," states Dr. Mark Lombardi, President of Maryville University.
 
Sherertz brings a wealth of expertise to the position, having previously served as the head wrestling coach at Whitfield School in Creve Coeur, Mo. During his tenure, he developed a reputation for nurturing talent and building a culture of sportsmanship. His accolades include winning Missouri Wrestling Coach of the Year 12 times, 11 state championships, and coaching 60 individual state champions. Sherertz's commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive team environment has garnered respect from both athletes and peers.
 
Lonnie Folks, Director of Athletics for Maryville, shared his enthusiasm, stating, "We are incredibly fortunate to have Charlie Sherertz join Maryville athletics. His passion, extensive knowledge, and ability to inspire and mentor student-athletes make him a great fit for our program. We look forward to seeing our wrestling team thrive under his guidance and achieve new milestones. Coach Mike Denney is the only head coach we've ever had and literally put us on the wrestling map.  I'm confident that Coach Sherertz will be able to build upon and enhance the impressive legacy of our program."
 
As the new head wrestling coach, Sherertz is eager to take on the challenge. He expressed his excitement, saying, "I am honored and excited to join the Maryville wrestling program. My goal is to build upon the strong foundation already in place and elevate the team to even greater heights. I am committed to developing well-rounded student-athletes who excel not only on the mat but also in the classroom and the community. I can't wait to start working with Maryville and helping the program achieve its full potential."
 
In addition to working with the Whitfield program, Sherertz has coached for the Team St. Louis Wrestling Club since 2005, with prior experience at Berkeley High School and three seasons of experience as an assistant at the University of Missouri.
 
His athletic accomplishments are equally as impressive, qualifying for the NCAA Division I National Tournament two times in his collegiate career at Mizzou while winning a spot on the 1988 NCAA Division I All-America Team. In 1985, he was selected to the USA Wrestling 20U World Freestyle Team where he became a Freestyle National Champion.
 
Maryville has a long-standing tradition of supporting and nurturing its student-athletes, and the addition of Sherertz reaffirms its commitment to excellence in athletics. The entire Maryville community eagerly anticipates the future accomplishments of the wrestling program under the guidance of its new head coach.
 
About Maryville University
Founded in 1872, Maryville University is a comprehensive and nationally-ranked private institution with an enrollment of 10,000 students. Maryville offers over 90 degrees at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels, as well as several certificates that align with the undergraduate and graduate education levels. Maryville is recognized as the second fastest-growing private university in the United States by The Chronicle of Higher Education, serving students from all 50 states and 56 countries. More than 17,000 Maryville alumni work and live in the St. Louis region.