Ken Kiler's wrestling career began on the varsity at North Carroll High School. This was just the beginning of his tremendous contribution to wrestling at North Carroll High School and in the Manchester area. Kenny continued his wrestling career in college by competing at Washington College.

Upon graduation from college, he started the junior wrestling program at Manchester in 1973. Subsequently, they joined the Maryland Junior Wrestling League in 1976 and quickly became very competitive. In 1978, Ken started the Manchester Holiday Tournament which is still going strong after 31 years. The duration of this tournament speaks to the stamina, dedication and quality that have defined Manchester Wrestling.

As a result of his tremendous effort and teaching skills, his Manchester Wrestlers have gone on to win 31 individual state high school championships in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and Texas. This incredible number is dwarfed by the numerous county and regional champions and state place winners who started on the Manchester Wrestling Team. Besides the many champions are hundreds of other youngsters who have benefited by being involved in Manchester Wrestling.

Ken Killer put as much time into them as he did his champions. In 1993 and 1994, Ken coached the Cadet National Team. He has also taken leadership roles in both the Maryland Junior Wrestling League and Carroll County Recreation.

At present, Ken Killer is in the construction business as a vice president for Stewart & Tate, York,PA. He lives in Manchester with his wife Rhonda.

Ken and Rhonda have 3 children; Andrew, Thomas and Laurie.