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Ryan Dickson

MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay-Thai, Athletic Development

  • 6 years black belt BJJ
  • +20 years coaching Wrestling/BJJ/Boxing/Muay Thai
  • Professional MMA and BJJ Competitor
  • Physical therapist and athletic development coach at Temple Body in Southlake TX.

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Donny Whitted

Wrestling, Athletic Development

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

   •    3x State Champion

   •    NHSCA National Champion

   •    Fargo National Champion

   •    Former Maryville University Wrestler

 

COLLEGIATE EXPERIENCE

Donavan Whitted brought his championship pedigree to Maryville University's wrestling program, where he demonstrated the same elite talent that made him one of the nation's most accomplished high school wrestlers. 

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Ashley Lekas

Wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, Athletic Development

  • Northeastern State University
  • Women's Grad Assistant Coach
  • 2x NAIA National Champion
  • U23 National Champion
  • US Open All American
  • Grand Prix Spain- Silver 
  • High School Texas State Champ
  • Fargo All-American (3rd)

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Mitch Marmelstein

Boxing, Strength & Conditioning

  • USA Certified Boxing Coach
  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)
  • Masters in Divinity, Biblical Studies at Wesley Seminary 


As a former professional basketball player, Mitch began cross-training with boxing in the offseason. He eventually fell in love with the sport and transitioned to competing and coaching full-time. After spending over six years at Capistrano Boxing Gym in CA, Mitch relocated to Fort Worth and is dedicated to training our youth (1 Timothy 4:8).

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Jason Verriere

Athletic Development, Strength & Conditioning

Coach Jason brings over 25 years of professional experience in strength and conditioning to our school. A certified personal trainer, nutrition specialist, and longtime strength coach for amateur and professional athletes, Coach has successfully created and implemented specialized workout and nutrition programs for both children and adults. Coach combines deep expertise with a fun, age-appropriate approach that helps kids build strength, confidence, coordination, and healthy eating habits.

Empowering students for an intelligent, healthy, and confident generation.

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