Robert Kuintzle
Wrestling (1980-83)

Robert Kuintzle came to Chico State at the beginning of his sophomore year and proceeded to dominate his opponents in the sport of wrestling.

Under the guidance of head coach, Armand Brett, Robert twice earned Division II All-America status and was a three time Far West Conference champion in his weight class. Robert recieved a bounty of awards while a member of the Wildcat grapplers, including most takedowns, and was named Chico State’s Senior Athlete of the Year for 1982-83.

Robert’s skills as a wrestler were so solid that coach Brett said he “may have been the best 150-pound wrestler to step on the mat for Chico State.”

Robert earned his B.A. in Physical Science with a minor in Mathematics and has used his education in the classroom for over 20 years. He has taught both math and science at the high school level and was named Teacher of the Year in 1998 and 2004.

Robert has been a leader in the field of education. He has written and developed science curriculum for both the Butte County Office of Education and Paradise High School. His work as lead teacher for Butte College’s “Summer Stars” program for gifted students in grades 7-10 has been a great achievement.

Robert has been married to his biggest fan, Gaylene, for 21 years. They have two daughters, Rachel and Melody.