Saint John’s opens its 2026-27 wrestling season Friday by hosting MSU-Moorhead and Saskatchewan at Sexton Arena. The Johnnies return nationally ranked junior Connor Krueger and team-best performer Aidan Wayne, with new head coach Alex Van Krevelen taking over after a successful run at Shakopee High School.

By the Numbers
  • Saint John’s finished 4-6 in duals and placed 10th of 16 teams at the 2025-26 NCAA Regional.
  • Krueger went 21-5 last season and is ranked No. 13 nationally at 133 pounds.
  • Wayne led the team with a 31-7 record and placed eighth at the regional.
  • Van Krevelen’s Shakopee teams posted a 133-20 dual record over five seasons.
Yes, But

Krueger gives Saint John’s an experienced contender, but he went 0-2 at the NCAA Championships last season. The team also faces a reset under Van Krevelen after a 4-6 campaign.

What’s Next

The Johnnies begin with two home duals Friday: MSU-Moorhead at 5 p.m. and Saskatchewan at 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

Saint John’s has a nationally ranked returner and a new coach with a strong high school track record; Friday’s doubleheader offers the first look at how those pieces translate to the college season.