We bring Coach Sedrick Hay into a raw, fast, and funny deep dive on raising wrestlers, building character, and navigating a real recruiting process without losing your head. A Marine’s mindset meets Midwest mat rooms, honest coaches, and a commitment that surprised even us.
• Milwaukee roots, high school wrestling, Marine Corps grit
• Why wrestling teaches morals, ethics, values
• Clubs, partners, and finding the right room
• Parents’ role as guides, not head coaches
• National tournaments and the parent network effect
• How coaches evaluate potential vs results
• Home visits, honesty, and development plans
• Visits to NDSU, App State, Indiana, SIUE, Virginia
• Why Virginia fit: education, accountability, authenticity
• Badger friction, transparency, and timing
• The “AWA Fades” challenge and gym culture
• Upcoming local youth tournament and community shoutouts
Make sure you’re at the Brown Deer youth tournament on December 21. Show up and let’s get that work in
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