Provide a secure and adequate practice facility and equipment for competitive recreational wrestling as well as an area that will accommodate hosting tournaments to ultimately create an improved feeder system to support local county schools.
Why is this important?
When the old Oak Mountain Gym was closed, it displaced several young wrestlers and eliminated summer freestyle and grecco roman wrestling. This sport is far to important to dismiss.
We were not familiar with wrestling until my oldest son was approached by the Central Middle School wrestling coach, Tim Duffey. This was a very difficult time as we were at a crossroads, and the decisions my son was making were irresponsible. Coach Duffey knew my son needed wrestling. Through wrestling I have witnessed a boy transition to a young man. He has been taught self-discipline and self-respect. He has gained confidence and maturity. He has learned grace and humility. Wrestling has helped build all the characteristics that will eventually lead to my son being a productive adult. It is my hope that my youngest son has the same positive experience as well as all the boys that have the opportunity to participate in such a dynamic sport. This is why my family is so passionate about wrestling and urge that whatever can be done by the community should be.
