SFC Spenser Mango

Wrestling Coach

Sport: Men's Wrestling
Position: Greco-Roman Wrestling Coach
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
High School: Christian Brothers College High
College: Northern Michigan University
Joined Army: August 2010
MOS: 88M, Motor Transport Operator

SFC Spenser Mango grew up playing football, but turned to wrestling due to its weight classes. He fell in love with the sport, winning high school state in his third year. He continued at the US Olympic Education Center at Northern Michigan University, earning a Bachelor's in Physical Education, and made his first Olympic and two world teams. After graduation, he joined the Army, making four more world teams and another Olympic team. SFC Mango retired his wrestling shoes in 2016 focusing his experience and skills as an elite coach for the WCAP’s wrestling team.

Being a Soldier-athlete is a great honor. There is nothing better than being able to represent your country, not just in your sport, but also as a Soldier in the United States Army. Both opportunities are extremely humbling and fulfilling.

Career Highlights

2008, 2012 U.S. Olympian (Greco-Roman Wrestling 60kg)

2020, 2024 U.S. Olympic Coach (Greco-Roman Wrestling)

6x U.S. World Team Member (2009, 2010,2011, 2013, 2014, 2015)

2024

USA Wrestling Greco-Roman Coach of the Year

2023

USA Wrestling Greco-Roman Coach of the Year

2020

U.S. Olympic Greco-Roman Wrestling Coach

2019

USA Wrestling Greco-Roman Coach of the Year

2006

University World Champion