ELKINS, W.Va. — Davis & Elkins College has announced the hiring of Matthew Danner as assistant coach for the men's wrestling program. 

A veteran of the United States Marine Corps and former NCAA Division II wrestler, Danner brings more than 18 years of competitive wrestling experience and a proven record of leadership to the Senators. 

Danner competed for King University from 2017 to 2021, earning a spot in the starting lineup all four years. He was named the 2017 King University Freshman of the Year and claimed the King University Open Wrestling Tournament championship in the same season. A PIAA AAA state qualifier with 117 career wins in high school, Danner is also a three-time district qualifier and three-time all-conference selection. 

Alongside his competitive career, Danner has coached at wrestling camps, clinics and practices for more than a decade, working with athletes from elementary through high school levels in Pennsylvania and Tennessee. 

Following his collegiate career, Danner served as an infantryman in the Marine Corps, where he led Marines in high-pressure environments, maintained accountability for personnel and equipment, and completed multiple leadership and specialized weapons training programs. 

Danner earned a bachelor's degree in social science with a concentration in criminal justice from King University in 2021. 

"Matt brings a wealth of knowledge to the D&E program," head wrestling coach Justin Case said. "The team is happy to have him, and we can't wait to see what he can do."