Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling
Southwestern Michigan College (SMC) · Dowagiac, Michigan · Public university
Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling coaches
Coaches at Southwestern Michigan College who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.
The program
Where Southwestern Michigan College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NJCAA
- Conference
- Region 12
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- smcroadrunners.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 38% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac.
- Location
- Dowagiac, Michigan
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- swmich.edu
About Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Todd Hesson, the Head Coach, leads the Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling staff of 4 coaches, verified September 2026. Southwestern Michigan College (SMC) competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Wrestling as a member of the Region 12. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Southwestern Michigan College is a small public school in Dowagiac, Michigan with 2,000 undergraduates and an average net price of $6,684 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Todd Hesson, the Head Coach and Austin Franco, the Associate Head Coach. Southwestern Michigan College has 4 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your weight class, record and state or national placements in the subject line and first sentences. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
- Send your videoInclude full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Todd can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Southwestern Michigan College staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Southwestern Michigan College JUCO?
Yes. Southwestern Michigan College competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Wrestling, in the Region 12.
Is Southwestern Michigan College public or private?
Southwestern Michigan College is a public school in Dowagiac, Michigan.
What conference is Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling in?
The Region 12.
Does Southwestern Michigan College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Wrestling?
Southwestern Michigan College competes in NJCAA junior college, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling have?
4 coaches, led by Todd Hesson, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling?
Todd Hesson is the Head Coach.
When can Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Southwestern Michigan College cost?
In-state tuition is $5,937 and out-of-state tuition is $6,464 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,684.
How do I contact the Southwestern Michigan College Men's Wrestling coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
