Our Coaches
Our staff blends state titles, college wrestling experience, and years of coaching to build strong, confident athletes on and off the mat.
Program Director
Matthew Petersen
A Minnesota high school state champion and former Division II collegiate wrestler, Coach Matthew brings elite technical skill and leadership to Kratos. His coaching style emphasizes discipline, mat strategy, and building championship habits from the ground up.
Coach
Savannah Vold
A pioneer in Minnesota girls wrestling, Savannah was the first female varsity wrestler at Rochester Mayo and a collegiate competitor at Waldorf and Augsburg. She now mentors the next generation, focusing on confidence, toughness, and technical development for female athletes.
Coach
David Kunz
Coach Kunz is a 2x Minnesota state wrestling qualifier and football state champion with over 10 years of coaching experience. He’s coached multiple MN Storm girls’ teams and is known for building strong team culture, discipline, and work ethic both on and off the mat.
Our Mission
At Kratos Wrestling Academy, our mission is to empower young women through the discipline of wrestling. We provide elite coaching, a culture of resilience, and a sisterhood built on strength, confidence, and character. Our goal is to develop not just dominant athletes—but powerful leaders—on and off the mat.
