Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling

A fun, positive environment that builds life and wrestling skills.

Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling Signup

Nov 3th, 2025 to Mar 2026. Practice M/W/Th 6:30-8pm

Open to K - 8th Grade

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“Once you’ve wrestled, everything else is easy.” — Dan Gable, Olympic Gold Medalist & 2x NCAA Champion

ABOUT WRESTLING

Wrestling is one of the world’s oldest and most inclusive sports, with a history spanning more than 3,000 years. It’s a sport for everyone — regardless of size, speed, or gender — and it develops strength, discipline, and confidence that extend far beyond the mat..

Why Wrestling Matters

• Develops confidence, character, and self-discipline.
• Builds strength, endurance, and resilience.
• Encourages accountability, respect, and goal-setting.
• Translates directly into academic and career success.

Life Lessons Beyond the Mat

What wrestlers learn on the mat applies to real life. Wrestlers are:
• Self-reliant and mentally tough.
• Physically fit with a strong work ethic.
• Self-disciplined, responsible, and goal-oriented.
• Confident young leaders — traits that foster success in school, relationships, and careers.

From USA Wrestling: A Message to Parents

As a parent, you prioritize your child’s growth — and so does USA Wrestling. With certified coaches and a focus on character, young athletes gain skills that last a lifetime. Parents of our 170,000+ members say wrestling:
• Builds confidence and self-belief
• Teaches respect and accountability
• Promotes goal-setting and excellence
• Instills integrity, discipline, & work ethic
• Connects kids with positive role models

PARENT RESOURCES 

One of the best ways to help your wrestler grow is by studying the sport and watching experienced athletes. Your support matters — stay positive and encouraging. Lassiter coaches provide feedback and focus on building confidence, helping each wrestler progress at their own pace.

Gear Needed - Required

Required at every practice and tournament 

USAW Athlete Membership :  https://www.usawmembership.com/login  

-  Wrestling shoes (any brand/style/color)
NOTE: all wrestling shoes must feature shoelaces to be hidden-required 

-  Wrestling Headgear
Cliff Keen Tornado : is easier to manage-Velcro
Cliff Keen Custom Signature : used by wrestlers in HS, College and Olympics wear

Other Gear

- Wrestling Shoe Sole Covers
   - RUDIS  
   - Splosheez

- Mouth Guard : Required for practices & tournaments if wrestler has braces
   - Suggested for everyone - teeth don’t grow back!

Wrestling Equipment Stores

Blue Chip Wrestling

Defense Soap - hygiene products

Dick’s Sporting Goods

Rudis

Take Down

Coach Cary Kolat

U.S. Naval Academy Head Wrestling Coach

KOLAT.com - technical videos and drills.
KOLAT YouTube Channel - hundreds of technique demonstrations.
• Cary Kolat is an American wrestler and coach who went 137–0 in high school, winning four Pennsylvania state titles. He became a two-time NCAA champion at Lock Haven University and later competed for Team USA (1997–2001), earning World Championship silver and bronze medals and finishing 9th at the 2000 Sydney Olympics in freestyle wrestling.

Parents Resource Center

Lassiter Parent LM Notebook

Includes all information needed for the Lassiter Program.

Level Up Parents Guide

Includes books, guides, and articles on topics such as the progression of a wrestler, how to be the best wrestling parent on the planet, and more.

Recommended Books & Courses

Quick Wrestling Rules for New Parents 
How To Succeed And Fail As A Wrestling Parent : Available on Kindle, Audiobook, and Paperback
New Wrestling Parent Crash Course : Be prepared for the world of wrestling by learning the rules, understanding how to navigate tournaments and ways you can best support your new wrestler's journey in this amazing sport.

Staff - Meet our coaches

We all love the sport of wrestling and are very passionate about helping your wrestler to be the best they can be. We live to see these young wrestlers do things with their bodies and minds that they did not even know was possible for themselves. We're very interested in helping each one of them reach their full potential.

  • Coach Stu (John Stulak)

    Head Coach

    John “Stu” Stulak is the Head Junior Coach for the Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling program. He wrestled for Brecksville High School (Ohio), holds a BS in Finance and Accounting from Miami University (1989), and moved to Georgia in 2002 with his family to start a software company. He has more than a decade of youth coaching experience, is passionate about health, fitness and nutrition, and has competed as a powerlifter—earning multiple national and Georgia state records.

  • Coach AJ (AJ Baldwin)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach AJ serves as an Assistant Coach for the Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling program. A former high school wrestler and lifelong athlete, AJ brings both technical skill and enthusiasm to the mat. He focuses on building strong fundamentals, sportsmanship, and mental toughness in every athlete. AJ is dedicated to creating a supportive, high-energy environment where athletes can learn, grow, and develop a lasting love for the sport of wrestling.

  • Coach Evan (Evan Koran)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach Evan brings enthusiasm, strong technical fundamentals, and a passion for youth development to the Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling program. He works closely with each young athlete to build confidence, foster respect for opponents and teammates, and encourage growth both on and off the mat. Evan emphasizes a supportive, challenge-based environment where each wrestler learns that hard work and consistency pave the path to success.

  • Coach Kyle (Kyle Isaacs)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach Kyle serves as an Assistant Coach for the Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling program, partnering with peers to create an atmosphere of high energy, accountability, and fun. With a focus on mastering fundamentals, goal-setting, and character development, Kyle supports young athletes in discovering their potential and taking ownership of their progress. He believes in cultivating mental toughness alongside physical strength, so wrestlers develop as individuals beyond the competition.

  • Coach Matt (Matt Lemmon)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach Matthew “Matt” Lemmon joins the assistant coaching team with a commitment to helping youth wrestlers succeed through skill refinement, discipline, and consistent encouragement. He emphasizes creating a growth-oriented culture where every athlete feels supported and challenged. Matt guides his team not just on technique, but on developing the mindset and respect needed for wrestling and life beyond the mat.

  • Coach Patrick (Patrick Krieg)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach Patrick Krieg contributes to the Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling program with a focus on structured training, strong fundamentals, and individualized attention. Patrick believes in building wrestlers who are technically sound, mentally resilient, and driven by their own goals. He emphasizes respect—for self, for coaches, and for competitors—and encourages young athletes to embrace the journey of improvement every season.

  • Coach Ross (Ross Elkins)

    Assistant Coach

    Coach Ross Elkins is an Assistant Coach at Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling, bringing experience and a coach-first mindset to the program. Ross focuses on building strong fundamentals, helping each wrestler understand wresting mechanics, strategy, and conditioning. He fosters a team environment where youths feel challenged and supported, and where character, work ethic, and discipline are as important as wins and losses.

WALL OF FAME

Lassiter Junior Trojan Wrestling is highly successful with qualifiers every year in different age ranges and weights.

  • 2024

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  • 2023

    State Qualifiers

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  • 2022

    State Qualifiers

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  • 2021

    State Qualifiers

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Who is wrestling for?

Open to all

We strive to provide a safe, inclusive environment where every person, regardless of skill level, gender, race, ethnic background, religious beliefs, sexual preferences or physical abilities will be accepted and appreciated. Wrestling is fun, but it is also a difficult sport; any person willing to come to practice and do the work will earn, and be shown, the proper respect. We are excited to welcome all to our community.

Is wrestling worth it?

Why should your kid try wrestling?

There are a lot of activities your kid could be doing, so why would you bother with wrestling? Here's a few reasons we think your child can benefit from wrestling:

  • Fun
  • Exercise
  • Self-confidence
  • Self-defense
  • Humility
  • Respect
  • Self-discipline