University of Nebraska - Kearney Athletics

Ramey took over coaching wrestling in 1969 and with the exception of 1972, coached for the next 17 years. His 1980 team was 13th in the NAIA and his 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 and 1982 teams were NAIA District 11 champions. He finished with a career record of 107-43-1.

During his tenure, Ramey coached 22 All-Americans, two of whom were undefeated during the regular season – Rod Gilliland and Dean Reicks. He had national place winners in all 17 years he was head coach. After stepping down as head coach, he continued to serve as an assistant until 1993. During his career at UNK, Ramey also served as an assistant football coach.

Selected by the wrestling coaches, Ramey was inducted into the NAIA Hall of Fame in 1987.