Dallas Houchins is a former Grand View University standout wrestler and current member of the Vikings coaching staff. Houchins graduated from Grand View in 2016 with degrees in Applied Mathematics and Business Administration. Following his successful wrestling career, he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University.
As a student-athlete at Grand View, Houchins was a three-time NAIA All-American and finished as the 2016 NAIA National Runner-Up. He was a key contributor to some of the most successful teams in program history and exemplified the hard work and determination that have become hallmarks of the Viking wrestling program.
Prior to his collegiate career, Houchins established himself as one of Iowa's premier high school wrestlers. The pride of southern Iowa was a four-time Iowa High School State Placewinner, finishing 8th, 6th, 4th, and ultimately capturing the Class 1A State Championship during his senior season.
Professionally, Houchins serves as a Senior Sales Engineer for Conveying at Baldwin Supply Company, where he applies his analytical and engineering expertise in the industrial sector.
Dallas is married to Cassidy and they have two children Watson and Eden.
