Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Position Summary: The Assistant Coach of Wrestling supports the Head Coach in delivering a world-class wrestling program at IMG Academy.

This role assists in training student-athletes, mentoring their growth on and off the mat, and ensuring the daily operations of practices, competitions, and program activities run smoothly.

The Assistant Coach plays a key role in reinforcing the Academy’s mission of athletic and personal excellence.

 

Key Responsibilities:


* Support the Head Coach in planning and executing wrestling practices, drills, and training sessions.


* Support the Head Coach in scheduling, travel coordination, budget tracking, and equipment management.


* Provide direct coaching and instruction in technical skills, conditioning, and competition preparation.


* Supports community engagement, camps, and competition-day preparation.


* Manages room setup, practice plans, and daily athlete check-ins.


* Mentor student-athletes in areas of academic accountability, personal development, and sportsmanship.


* Assist with recruiting efforts, including evaluating prospective student-athletes and supporting program promotion.


* Aid in competition logistics, including scheduling, team travel, and event management.


* Monitor athlete progress, maintain training records, and communicate updates to the Head Coach and families.


* Collaborate with athletic trainers, strength staff, and academic advisors to ensure holistic athlete support.


* Uphold IMG Academy standards for compliance, safety, and conduct on and off the mat.


* Represent the wrestling program professionally at competitions, events, and community activities.

 

Qualifications:


* Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sports Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).


* 2–4 years of wrestling coaching experience at the high school, collegiate, or elite club level.


* Strong technical knowledge of wrestling skills, training methods, and competition strategy.


* Ability to build rapport and motivate student-athletes in a high-performance environment.


* Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.


* Knowledge of NCAA rules and recruiting guidelines preferred.

 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:


* Ability to demonstrate wrestling techniques and participate in training activities.


* Schedule requires flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.


* Must be able to lift, move, push and pull equipment or boxes in excess of 40lbs.


* Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.


* Ability to move across campus facilities including gyms, fields, and turf.

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