blueandgold Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 In honor of Black History Month, I’d like to know who are some Black wrestlers and coaches who’ve made an impact on this sport for you in some way whether as a fan, wrestler, or teammate? Indiana has a rich history of Black athletes and leaders in wrestling, and it’s always good to see their efforts celebrated. Share any stories or memories you have. GenHeavyHandz and Jayruss 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemonster Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Nick Hull and Deondre Wilson GenHeavyHandz, Alex Skipper and blueandgold 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Skipper Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Coach Andre Scruggs from South Bend Adams and before that South Bend Lasalle SharkBit, blueandgold, Joshua Olsen and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paycheck141 Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 While i was still coaching at Hammond Gavit we had 2 State qualifiers back-to-back 2018 & 2019 Jamari Washington & Jaymiere Johnson both black wrestlers 2 of the best kids we ever coached, Jamari graduated from Wabash College and Jaymiere is attending Calumet College Of St Joes graduating this year i believe. GMSCoach, GenHeavyHandz, blueandgold and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueandgold Posted February 14 Author Share Posted February 14 From a coaching standpoint, Absolom Bryant, Mo Gunn, Nick Hull, and Chad Red have gone above and beyond for many different people in this sport and I couldn’t be more grateful we have them. rdrodd1, Alex Skipper and GenHeavyHandz 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemonster Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Great coach Tony Young ( Roncalli and Southport ) blueandgold 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyquhp13 Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 I'm sorry I don't know all the past coaches names, but growing up in the Region, Wrestling in the Region & Coaching in the Region and my dad being a member of the first city champ team I have always admired the passion of the Gary West Side coaches. : Kylan Taylor, Eugene Johnson and the ones before them. blueandgold and GenHeavyHandz 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach Seymour Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Since Red has been named Ill go with one of the legendary Brownsburg Bulldogs Ricky Clark. Who can’t forget that 3rd place match at the 2017 state finals! blueandgold, rdrodd1, JLee13 and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Professor Morgan Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 (edited) In no particular order Coach Red CJ Red Tim Wright Brandon Wright Nick Hull Deondre Wilson Abs Bryant Chico Adams Donte Winfield Dave Pierson and kids DP and Jeivan Gil Journey Spence Spencer Darren Arberry Will Hill Vernon Cannon Mo Gunn and countless others Edited February 14 by The Professor Morgan buttler73, Alex Skipper, Bschjoll and 4 others 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachDuke2.0 Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 When I was a kid, I loved the Cyclones because of Bobby Douglas. That squad he built with Cael and Joe Heskett was one of my favorite to watch. Also a guy who is a little less popular but one of my all time favorites, Teyon Ware. blueandgold, Jcjcjc and GenHeavyHandz 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattyb Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 (edited) Two time state champ from Ben Davis Cameron Smith. That guy was an athletic freak! Edited February 14 by Mattyb GenHeavyHandz, blueandgold and Worden 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCWPhwt Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 He is going to be unknown by most here but Coach Tillman. The man is the picture of a professional individual that truly cares about his wrestlers, the community, and well everyone. He was never my coach. The complete opposite actually. I have coached against this man many times. It does not matter if you are one of his wrestlers, a local community wrestler, or a wrestler from the other side of the country he would treat you as if you were on his team and he had known you his entire coaching career. He is also a veteran of the United States Marines. I can think of only a few people that I hold in the same regard as this man. I learned from him even as a Coach. His compassion, empathy, and wisdom are second to none. I am blessed to say he is my friend, brother in arms, and a valued member of the community that I love calling home. blueandgold and HornetSloan 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCWPhwt Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 1 hour ago, The Professor Morgan said: Chico Adams I wrestled Chico at Semi-State my senior year...he beat me haha blueandgold 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayruss Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 As a brotha, I initially mistook this post for someone airing out their grievances blueandgold, H.Kai-man, GenHeavyHandz and 2 others 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maligned Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 I'll always mention Jim Ledbetter on Black recognition threads. Wise, caring, thoughtful father-like figure to so many wrestlers, young coaches, and young officials. One of the best coaches and one of the best officials I've ever been around. blueandgold, Coach Peck, horseofadifferentcolor and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Skipper Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 As far as wrestlers I’ve coached, Dorian Keys will always be one of my favorite kids I’ve ever coached. Jayruss, GenHeavyHandz, No One Famous and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GenHeavyHandz Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Terry Burton, Andre Scruggs my cousin. My uncles Darryn and Sanford Swanson. Willie Gadson. Chad Red Sr. And CJ Red Joshua Olsen, blueandgold, busstogate and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silence Dogood Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Anthony Lapsley at Snider The Carr brothers at Wawassee The Leavell brothers at Decatur Central Vernon Cannon at Lawrence Central Will Hill at Lawrence North James Brimm at Evansville Central PAVLETIC, Jayruss, JC123 and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clint Gard Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 This is showing my age but James Tannehill (sp?) was a big influence and figure in Indiana Wrestling when I competed and first started coaching. Saw him almost every weekend! Mattyb, MattM, GenHeavyHandz and 7 others 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattyb Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 2 minutes ago, Clint Gard said: This is showing my age but James Tannehill (sp?) was a big influence and figure in Indiana Wrestling when I competed and first started coaching. Saw him almost every weekend! He still helps at Pike middle school!!! My middle school team duals them tonight. Hopefully I get to see him. I tell my kids all about him when we see him!!! Clint Gard, GenHeavyHandz and blueandgold 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReformedPoster Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Two of the best from SW Indiana: Jason Greer and James Brimm. Jim Shannon (Brimm's stepfather) was a long time referee as well. Jayruss, Jon H and blueandgold 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Ratliff Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 David Pierson blueandgold and GenHeavyHandz 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
busstogate Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Two-time NCAA champ at Michigan, Jarrett Hubbard. He went on to coach at Thornwood High School in South Holland, IL, and got several Harvey Twisters deep into the high school state tourney. GenHeavyHandz and blueandgold 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReformedPoster Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Let's not forget NCAA champ Kelvin Jackson blueandgold, ManTooth and piscis1956 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piscis1956 Posted February 14 Share Posted February 14 Really showing my age, but watching Muncie Central’s great Pete Lee (state champion and future Olympian) wrestle live in high school helped flame an early spark of interest in wrestling. I remember sitting a few feet from him on the bleachers at sectionals at Muncie Southside and just being in complete awe. Coach Peck, GenHeavyHandz and blueandgold 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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