“There’s no greater job in the world than being a dad, and my life’s goal is to become an even better dad each day,” said wrestling head coach and career adviser for Advising and Career Exploration Services, Chris Walter. “Outside of work, spending time with my two boys, Cole and Dain, is very important to me, they keep me very busy.”

Chris Walter

Walter grew up in Sunbury, Penn., where he started his wrestling career and graduated from the local high school. He then moved to the Midwest to wrestle for UW-Madison, where he wrestled for five years. Along with wrestling at UW-M, he received a degree in history.

“I came to UW-Platteville for a teaching degree, and to test the waters in the coaching department. I was the assistant coach for the wrestling team for one year, and then was promoted to head coach,” said Walter.

“I enjoy coaching at UW-P for one of the same reasons that most people like going to school here for, the close-knit community, where it is easy for everyone to get to know each other,” Walter said. “I like not just being confined to the wrestling department. I know teachers and staff from many departments on campus, and have gotten to know a lot of students, not just athletes.”

Walter has many hobbies outside of wrestling.

“I love reading, especially civil war books, since I was a history major,” Walter said. “When I want to sit and relax in front of the TV, I usually find an episode of “48 Hours,” or “Bones” to watch.”

“I also enjoy playing cards and most importantly, spending time with my boys. Cole is 7 years old, and Dain is 5 years old,” Walter said.

“I have a few career goals left I would like to accomplish, such as a WIAC Championship or a National Championship,” Walter said. “But the most important goal to me personally, is to be a better daddy to my boys.”