Colorado Northwestern Community College has announced that Tytus Coombs has been hired as the new head Men’s Wrestling coach. The wrestling program starts up again at CNCC in the fall, after being discontinued back in 1997. Coombs is from Rangely.
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Press Release from Colorado Northwestern Community College; Dec. 5, 2024.
CNCC Welcomes Tytus Coombs as Head Men’s Wrestling Coach
Rangely, CO – Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) is thrilled to announce Tytus Coombs as the new Head Men’s Wrestling Coach. The Spartans will relaunch their men’s wrestling program in Fall 2025, marking the return of a sport that holds deep historical significance at CNCC. Wrestling was previously part of the college’s athletics offerings from 1969 to 1997, during which the Spartans achieved four NJCAA National Tournament appearances and national rankings as high as #6.
A Rangely native and Colorado native through and through, Coombs brings a unique blend of personal experience, academic accolades, and coaching expertise to the role. He is a proud graduate of Colorado State University Pueblo, where he competed in wrestling for the ThunderWolves. During his time at CSU Pueblo, Coombs earned the distinction of being a 3x Academic All-American and a First Team All-RMAC Academic honoree.
Though his athletic career was cut short due to injury, Coombs remained deeply involved in the sport. He graduated with a degree in Exercise Science, specializing in Strength and Conditioning, and holds a CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) certification accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Most recently, Coombs designed and implemented postseason and offseason strength and conditioning programs for the CSU Pueblo wrestling team, further honing his skills as a coach and mentor.
“I am honored and excited to lead the relaunch of CNCC’s wrestling program,” said Coach Coombs. “As a Rangely native, it’s a privilege to bring this sport back to life at my hometown college. I know what it takes to succeed at a high level in wrestling, and I’m committed to helping our student-athletes reach their goals both on and off the mat. CNCC wrestling has a rich history, and I’m ready to help write the next chapter.”
Athletic Director Zach Stevenson expressed his enthusiasm for the hire, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Tytus Coombs back to Rangely as the leader of our men’s wrestling program. His passion for the sport, personal connection to CNCC, and strong academic and coaching credentials make him the perfect fit to guide our student-athletes in this exciting new era. Tytus understands the values of hard work and determination, and we are confident he will build a program that makes our community proud.”
The reintroduction of men’s wrestling at CNCC is part of the college’s ongoing efforts to expand its athletics offerings and provide students with exceptional opportunities for growth and achievement. The Spartans are poised to once again become a competitive force in the NJCAA wrestling landscape.
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