Interested in wrestling this spring with the Decatur Lakers!?

The Decatur Lakers Wrestling Club champions youth development through accessible wrestling, building character, confidence, and leadership for children in our community. Together, we will win: not immediately, but definitely.

• Founded in 2024 by Mark Glause, the Decatur Lakers Wrestling Club is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing youth through the sport of wrestling.
• Logo Symbolism: Our logo proudly features Lake Decatur, cradling the anchor to highlight a stunning feature of our city and symbolize stability through the use of the anchor.

We are committed to building a strong community of parents, athletes, and local partners, emphasizing:

• Respect and Teamwork
• Responsibility and Resilience
• Leadership and Self-Defense
• Nutritional Awareness
• Our core focus is on placing the child's personal growth above wins.

• We combine fun and effective training methods to make practices engaging and inspiring.
• Practices incorporate interactive drills and team-building activities to enhance skills and develop a lasting passion for wrestling.

• Our staff brings over 20 years of youth coaching experience, spanning three states and dating back to the year 2000.
• Every coach is officially certified through USA Wrestling (USAW).
• We are proud to have a USAW Teal certified coach on staff who specializes in working with female athletes.
• A certified personal trainer with a specialization in sport nutrition.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management.
• A Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction.
• College wrestling experience.
• Fargo Nationals Wrestling Experience.

   This diverse expertise ensures a comprehensive and enriching experience for all participants. For verification, our USA Wrestling Organization ID is 2400149502.

   Join us in shaping well-rounded champions, both on and off the mat.

   For more information, email DECATURLAKERS@GMAIL.COM