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Jessica Lister

Coach Introduction

Coach Lister brings championship pedigree and a calm, confident presence to Hood River Wrestling. She leads with experience, empathy, and a drive to help every athlete discover their own strength on and off the mat.

Jessica Lister

Coach Lister

Head Girls High School Coach - Head Coach HRWC

An exceptionally accomplished Oregon wrestler, Coach Lister is a four-time state champion, national champion, and multi-time All-American. A Hood River native and HRVHS alum, she now gives back to the community as both a teacher and coach. Her approach blends technical precision with steady, supportive leadership, instilling confidence, accountability, and pride in every wrestler who steps on the mat.

 

Beyond competition, Coach Lister is a driving force in the growth of girls’ wrestling across the Gorge. She’s passionate about creating opportunities for young women to compete, lead, and redefine what’s possible in the sport, all while building a culture rooted in respect, effort, and teamwork.

“The best part of coaching is watching hard work turn into self-belief.”

Name
Jessica Lister
Occupation
Teacher
Teams
Youth • Middle School • High School
Certifications
Copper Certification
Bronze Certification
Accomplishments
High School - 4x State Champion
High School - Trisha Saunders Excellence Award
High School - 4x All American
High School - National Champion
High School - HRVHS Hall of Fame Award Winner
College - 4X All-American
College Women's Athlete of the Year Award Winner