Lycoming College Defensive Coach Steve Wiser Interview

Defensive Coach Steve Wiser enters his 35th season patrolling the sidelines for the Wariors.  Wiser has become a legend within the Lycoming community after excelling as a student-athlete and then bringing his winning ways to his coaching philosophy.

On of the strongest traditions in Lycoming football centers around a stifling defense.  Wiser, who will serve as the assistand head coach and defensive, has been the field boss of the warrior defensive unit throughout his tenure at the college.

Wiser has led the Warriors to the No. 1 national ranking in total defense in 1975 and 1983.  He has also posted national numbers in rushing defense in 1976, 1982 and 1987.

In his time at the College, the Warriors have posted a record of 257-97-5 while garnering 13 MAC titles and 11 NCAA playoff appearances, including two trips to the national title game.  His defense has ranked first in the MAC 15 seasons and has posted a total of 64 shoutouts.