Executive Board
Kurt Wohlers, President, Class of 2019
Kurt is a Philosophy and Communication Studies major. He hails from La Center, WA (Population 3000), and enjoys all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Kurt plans on becoming a criminal defense attorney and hopes to one day work with the Innocence Project.
Luke Pfister, Vice President, Class of 2021
Luke Pfister is from Redmond, Washington. He has not declared his major yet but is leaning towards Psychology. In his free time, Luke enjoys playing the guitar, hanging out with his dog, and procrastinating. If you think you can beat Luke in the classic game of FIFA, you are incorrect.
Maggie Kruzner, Tournament Director, Class of 2021
Hailing from Seattle, Maggie Kruzner is pursuing a double major in Criminal Justice and Political Science, and a minor in German.
Maggie has a passion for doing her homework, reading the US Constitution, and memorizing objection numbers. When Maggie isn't going mock trial crazy, you can catch her playing intramural volleyball, eating potatoes of any variety, or binge-watching Parks and Rec.
Hillary Longoria, Secretary-Treasurer, Class of 2021
Hillary is a sophomore and this will be her second year with the program.
Coaches
David Bingaman, Esq.
Assistant Coach
David is a licensed attorney with over a decade of experience. He is also is the founder of Northwest Corporate Counsel, which provides corporate counsel to various local businesses. Dave has experience as an attorney, former mock trial participant, and coach.
Daisy Tran, Esq.
Consulting Coach
Daisy is a licensed attorney and former public defender. She has experience as an attorney, mocker, and coach. She mocked for Gonzaga from 2004 - 2007, and has over eight years of coaching experience.
Prior to joining Gonzaga's coaching staff, she coached EWU's mock trial team for three seasons. After coaching five seasons with Gonzaga, Daisy is taking a break to focus on her studies, but will continue to offer assistance for tournaments and for the website.
While coaching the program, you'd often find her taking photos at competitions or carrying the program's snack bag. She has two pet rabbits and is an avid blackjack player.