LEADERSHIP DIRECTORY • CAVALIER WRESTLING CLUB
BOARD & STAFF
The volunteers who govern Cavalier Wrestling Club and the coaches who lead our athletes on the mat.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
11 MEMBERS
Jim Harshaw
Jim Harshaw Jr. wrestled for UVA, graduating in 1999 as a three-time ACC champion and All-American. A former assistant coach at UVA and head coach at Slippery Rock University, he has served on CWC board since 2004 and currently serves as President. He now leads Reveal Your Path Coaching, an executive life coaching firm based in Charlottesville.
Robert Swope
Robert Swope has served on the Cavalier Wrestling Club Board since 2020 and as Vice President since 2024. With 25 years of corporate leadership experience and as owner of Cyclone Cleaning, Robert is passionate about strengthening the club, supporting its athletes, and developing character, discipline, and leadership on and off the mat.
Jay Domenic
Jay is and has been serving as the Treasurer of the Cavalier Wrestling Club since its
incorporation in October 2022. As a former UVA wrestler, supporting the success of
Virginia Wrestling and the growth of youth wrestling in the area is of great importance.
Jay has worked in the mortgage banking industry since 1987. Originally from Latrobe,
PA, Jay now resides in Palmyra, VA area with his wife TJ.
Michael Bischoff
Michael Bischoff was born in Norfolk, Virginia, where he lived until he moved to Charlottesville to attend the University of Virginia. He played rugby with the U.V.A. Men’s Team for 15 years. While Michael's primary sport was rugby, he has always been passionate about wrestling, and the life lessons it provides. Mike is enthusiastic about helping others. He is a loving friend, and a resolute family man to his wife and two sons.
Dylan Cedeno
Dylan Cedeno is a former UVA standout, 2x NCAA qualifier, and 2025 ACC Champion. As a Cavalier Wrestling Club Board member, Dylan brings his competitive experience and passion for wrestling to the club. He currently works as a Surgical Sales Representative for Zimmer Biomet in New York City.
George DiCamillo
George DiCamillo was a 2017 NCAA finalist, three-time ACC Champion, and ACC Wrestler of the Year at the University of Virginia. As a Cavalier Wrestling Club board member, George is committed to giving back to the sport that shaped him by supporting the Club’s scholastic program and RTC, helping provide opportunities for athletes to reach their highest potential.
Ryan Gumlock
Ryan Gumlock is a former UVA wrestler who later coached at multiple levels within CWC. A board member since 2012, he continues to support the club's mission and growth. Ryan lives in Crozet and works as an Associate Director in UVA's Facilities Management.
Nicki Hauser
Nicki Hauser served as UVA Wrestling’s Director of Operations from 2023-2025 and has served on the Cavalier Wrestling Club board since 2023. She currently serves as Team Services Manager for Major League Volleyball’s Minneapolis team. Nicki remains actively involved with CWC and is passionate about supporting UVA Wrestling and its athletes.
Lindsey Paulson
Lindsey Paulson has lived in Charlottesville since 2017. Her husband, Trent, helps coach the CWC, and her two boys have been members since 2020. A youth swim coach for 15 years, Lindsey currently coaches at BASS at Boar’s Head. She is proud to support a program dedicated to serving local youth and collegiate wrestling.
Ben Rogers
Ben Rogers has called Charlottesville home since 2003. His sons have been members of the Cavalier Wrestling Club since 2019, and his family proudly supports both the CWC and UVA Athletics. Ben has been involved with several CWC fundraising events, and he is proud to continue to support the mission of the CWC.
Jeremy Wilkins
Serving his first term since 2026 on the board with the Cavalier Wrestling Club, Jeremy B. Wilkins is a UVA Wrestling alumnus, 2000 History graduate, and former teammate of Steve Garland and Jim Harshaw. He earned his J.D. from Nova Southeastern University and is Managing Partner at Brock & Scott, PLLC, where he leads multiple state operations. Jeremy believes wrestling uniquely develops character, resilience, and leadership in the next generation. Jeremy is eager to work with his esteemed colleagues at the Cavalier Wrestling Club to further its mission in the community and help set a generational standard of excellence. Jeremy lives in Wilmington, North Carolina, where is favorite past time is supporting University of Virginia athletics.
STAFF
5 MEMBERS
Steve Garland
Steve Garland is in his 21st season as Virginia’s head wrestling coach. A former Cavalier All-American and NCAA finalist, Garland has led Virginia to two ACC Team Championships, 14 All-Americans and 22 ACC Individual Champions. Coach Garland was named the ACC coach of the year in 2010 and the NWCA national assistant coach of the year in 2006. He also has experience on the international level being a part of the coaching staff for three different world teams competing in Brazil, Romania and Serbia (Alongside current assistant coach, Trent Paulson).
Travis Paulson
Travis Paulson, a three-time NCAA Division I All-American, is in his tenth season as Virginia’s associate head coach. A former Iowa State standout, Paulson coached 5 NCAA Champions and 15 All-Americans at Iowa State. He also helped develop 4 Virginia All-Americans, an NCAA finalist, 5 ACC Champions and 48 NCAA qualifiers.
Trent Paulson
Trent Paulson, a 2007 NCAA Champion and three-time All-American, is in his tenth season as an assistant coach at Virginia. A two-time Big 12 Champion, four-time U.S. National Team member, World Team member and Pan American Champion, Paulson has helped develop 4 All-Americans, 5 ACC Champions, an NCAA finalist and 48 NCAA qualifiers at Virginia.
Michael Battista
Michael Battista, a two-time NCAA qualifier and former Virginia standout, is in his second year as an assistant coach at UVA. A 72-match winner, Battista earned two NCAA bids at 184 pounds and 197 pounds, as well as an ACC Wrestler of the Week honor. As a U23 World Team Trials third place medalist and 4th place medalist at the U.S. Open, he brings high-level competition experience to the Cavalier wrestlers.
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Miles Bassett
A former Bucknell wrestler, Bassett has coached the Cavalier Wrestling Club for two seasons, developing multiple Youth and VHSL State Champions, Freestyle and Greco-Roman State finalists, and place winners. He is the current Director of Operations and Recruiting Coordinator for UVA Wrestling, as well as an RTC athlete, most recently finishing top 12 in Greco-Roman at Senior Nationals.