MEET THE COACHES
HEAD COACH
KENDALL NELSON
After wrestling most of his life in New Jersey, Kendall found his way to NC his senior year under the tutelage of Maurice Atwood. Before abruptly ending his college career due to injury he was able to knock off a top ranked wrestler. Ultimately, he was led to coaching where he played a key role of a coaching staff that broke several national records including 15 straight state titles in a row, most consecutive wins without a loss, most pins in a season, and sitting in the corner for a myriad of state placers His dedication to getting the most out kids is unrivaled. He is currently the Head Wrestling Coach at Ragsdale HS in Guilford County.
ASST. COACH
ABDIEL PEREZ
Coach Abdiel wrestled at Glenn High School (Kernersville, NC) and was ranked as high as #2 in the state. Although Coach Abdiel did not continue his career at the college level, he brings a wealth of knowledge and success to the table. He knows what it takes to develop a wrestler! He is extremely passionate about seeing kids grow to be as successful as possible.
ASST. COACH
LARRY BARRON
Coming from the national powerhouse Parkland High School (Winston Salem, NC) Coach Larry knows a thing or two about winning. He was a vital member of the team and has experienced first hand what winning a state title feels like! He is beyond excited to be entering his first year as the Head Wrestling Coach at Robert B. Glenn HS in Kernersville, NC. Known as LB the Poet, he inspires and motivates many youth in our community, both inside and outside of the sport of wrestling.