ATHERTON, Calif. - Set to lead one of Menlo College's flagship programs into its next chapter, Zeke Andrade has been announced as the new Head Coach of Menlo Men's Wrestling. Bringing a wealth of collegiate coaching experience, a proven track record of success, and a deep commitment to student-athlete development, Andrade now prepares to guide the Oaks on the national stage.
 
Most recently serving as the Associate Head Wrestling Coach at Northern State University, Andrade played a pivotal role in elevating the program's success at the NCAA Division II level. During his tenure, he helped lead the Wolves to five consecutive winning seasons, including over 20 dual meet victories against nationally ranked opponents. The program also produced 18 NCAA qualifiers, six All-Americans, and secured a 15th-place finish at the NCAA Team Tournament in 2024.
 
In addition to success on the mat, Andrade emphasized academic excellence within the program. Northern State earned distinction as 2026 NCAA Division II Academic National Champions, while consistently ranking among the top five teams in GPA nationally and producing over 100 NWCA Scholar-Athletes.
 
"Zeke brings the exact qualities we look for in a leader of our wrestling program," said Vice President for Athletics Keith Spataro. "His experience at the NCAA level, his ability to recruit and develop talent, and his commitment to building a strong team culture make him the right person to lead Menlo Men's Wrestling into the future."
 
Prior to his promotion to associate head coach, Andrade served as an assistant coach at Northern State, where he took on significant responsibilities in recruiting, fundraising, scheduling, and athlete development. His coaching journey also includes a stint as a graduate assistant at Dakota Wesleyan University, where he gained valuable experience in program building, communication, and technical instruction.
 
Andrade holds a Master of Arts in Education from Dakota Wesleyan University and a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife & Fisheries Sciences from South Dakota State University. A former student-athlete, he was a three-year starter and earned All-Academic Big 12 honors, bringing firsthand experience and perspective to his coaching philosophy.

With Andrade at the helm, Menlo Men's Wrestling looks ahead to a new era defined by continued excellence, growth, and championship aspirations.