Kristofer Schnatz is in his first year as head coach for the Panthers after serving as an assistant coach for the past four seasons.

As an assistant coach at PNC, Schnatz oversaw many responsibilities, including practice and game coaching, recruiting, scouting and film exchange.

During Schnatz's time as an assistant under former coach Grayling Gordon, the Panthers steadily improved. Last season culminated with a 15-14 overall record and 6-4 finish in the CCAC after winning just three games in 2002-2003. It was the first time PNC finished over .500 and the second place conference finish (of six teams) was the highest ever.

"We are pleased that Kristofer is able to assume the head coaching responsibilities. He is familiar with our program, our University and our student-athletes," said PNC Athletic Director John Weber. "Our program has advanced significantly through the years and we anticipate that Schnatz will continue this trend."

Schnatz began coaching upon graduation from college in 1999 and had been part of successful high school programs in New York, Maryland and Indiana.

He is from Long Island, New York and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Marine Transportation from the State University of New York Maritime College.

Schnatz enjoyed a successful playing career for the Maritime Privateers. He was a three year starter, a team captain by his junior year and led them to their first post-season appearance out of the Skyline Conference.

Schnatz is a captain aboard the Blue Chip Casino vessel in Michigan City . He completed his Master of Science in Sports Administration from Valparaiso University in 2005. Schnatz currently resides in Chesterton, with his wife, Kristen, and two-year-old twin daughters Lia and Taylor and newborn Aybriel.

Thomas Karampetsios enters his first year in the Panther program under new head coach Kristofer Schnatz.

Karampetsios, a native of Athens, Greece has been coaching since 1987 in various programs including professional and semi-pro levels in Greece.
Karampetsios has coached in tournaments throughout Europe and in the United States. Many of his former players have gone on to play professional basketball as well as for the National team of Greece.

An accomplished player, Karampetsios had a successful 10 year playing career as a team captain and point guard for the Arion Basketball Club.

Karampetsios earned his Bachelor of Physical Education from Athens University and is currently enrolled in the Master of Science and Sports Administration Program at Valparaiso University. He has been married for nine years to his wife Theodora and currently resides in Schererville, Indiana.

Anthony Mytas begins his first year as an assistant with the PNC men’s basketball program.

Mytas, a native of White Lake, WI has been involved with collegiate athletics since enrolling at Valparaiso University in 2000. During his time at Valpo, Mytas was a manager for the men’s and women’s basketball teams and the volleyball team and was part of 11 regular season or conference tournament championship teams.

Following his time at Valparaiso, Mytas was the Director of Basketball Operations at Chicago State University during the 2005-06 season. While at CSU he helped the Cougars advance to the
Mid-Continent Conference Tournament Championship game
for the first time in school history.

Mytas earned his Bachelor of Science in Physical Education in 2004 and Master of Science in Sports Administration in 2006, both from Valparaiso University.

Mytas is currently single and resides in Valparaiso, IN.