Avery Zerkle

PRACTICE TIME CHANGE: THE PRACTICE TIME FOR THIS WILL BE 4-5:30pm, ON THESE SUNDAYS March 8th , March 15th, March 22nd , March 29th High School Nationals Wrestling Championship April 1-5 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Virginia Beach Convention Center Because of the no contact rule in KY, I (Avery Zerkle) have been asked ,again this year, by several parents to help prepare their wrestler for this upcoming event. I also plan to attend the tournament as well as help coach the kids. In preparation for the tournament I plan to hold practice the first four Sundays in March. These practices will be very intense and consist of 10-15 wrestlers that are training to obtain an All-American status at this tournament. If you are interested please contact me ASAP so that I can reserve a spot for you. For coaching purposes, at the tournament, one coach can only manage 6-8 wrestlers. I have asked my assistant coach, Matt Koz to help with the training and coaching for this years events. So, a group of 12-16 wrestlers would work well for a great training environment and personal attention at the tournament. These are the wrestlers that are participating thus far: Korey Shotwell, Dusty Brown, Jake Lee, Jake Ilg, Myran Bradbury, Josh Johnson, Jordan Murphy, Alex Murphy, Connor Coyle There will be numerous state champs and placers attending. Training Sessions: **All sessions will be on Sundays from 4:30-6:00pm 4:00-5:30pm at Cincinnati La Salle High School the wrestling room is in the De La Salle Center behind the school. You can get directions from my web page. www.goldencrosswrestling.com March 8th , March 15th, March 22nd , March 29th Cost: $225 This includes 4 training sessions, weight management plans, and coaching during tournament. This cost will also help cover my expenses for the trip: Flight $250, 4 nights hotel $500, coaches pass $100, food and misc. $100. Please contact me to hold a spot and for further questions. Avery Zerkle's 937-631-2099 Golden Cross Wrestling, LLC www.goldencrosswrestling.com Avery Zerkle Head Coach Cinn. La Salle High School 2006-2008 Head Coach Springboro High School 2003-2006 Head Coach Graham Jr. High 2002 Volunteer Assistant Graham High School 2x NCAA Qualifier at Lock Haven University NCAA Eastern Wrestling League Champ NCAA Pennsylvania State Athletic Conf. Champ Ohio State Champ at Graham High School Ohio State Runner-Up at Graham High School Jr. National Freestyle Duals National Champ Jr. National Freestyle All-American Sr. National All-American Matt Koz Asst. Coach Cinn. La Salle High School 2 X NCAA Qualifier- Minnesota/Univ. Tennessee 3 X Ohio State Champ at St. Ed

High School Nationals Wrestling Championship April 1-5 Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 Virginia Beach Convention Center Because of the no contact rule in KY, I (Avery Zerkle) have been asked ,again this year, by several parents to help prepare their wrestler for this upcoming event. I also plan to attend the tournament as well as help coach the kids. In preparation for the tournament I plan to hold practice the first four Sundays in March. These practices will be very intense and consist of 10-15 wrestlers that are training to obtain an All-American status at this tournament. If you are interested please contact me ASAP so that I can reserve a spot for you. For coaching purposes, at the tournament, one coach can only manage 6-8 wrestlers. I have asked my assistant coach, Matt Koz to help with the training and coaching for this years events. So, a group of 12-16 wrestlers would work well for a great training environment and personal attention at the tournament. These are the wrestlers that are participating thus far: Korey Shotwell, Dusty Brown, Jake Lee, Jake Ilg, Myran Bradbury, Josh Johnson, Jordan Murphy, Alex Murphy, There will be numerous state champs and placers attending. Training Sessions: **All sessions will be on Sundays from 4:30-6:00pm at Cincinnati La Salle High School the wrestling room is in the De La Salle Center behind the school. You can get directions from my web page. www.goldencrosswrestling.com March 8th , March 15th, March 22nd , March 29th Cost: $225 This includes 4 training sessions, weight management plans, and coaching during tournament. This cost will also help cover my expenses for the trip: Flight $250, 4 nights hotel $500, coaches pass $100, food and misc. $100. Please contact me to hold a spot and for further questions. Avery Zerkle's 937-631-2099 Golden Cross Wrestling, LLC www.goldencrosswrestling.com Avery Zerkle Head Coach Cinn. La Salle High School 2006-2008 Head Coach Springboro High School 2003-2006 Head Coach Graham Jr. High 2002 Volunteer Assistant Graham High School 2x NCAA Qualifier at Lock Haven University NCAA Eastern Wrestling League Champ NCAA Pennsylvania State Athletic Conf. Champ Ohio State Champ at Graham High School Ohio State Runner-Up at Graham High School Jr. National Freestyle Duals National Champ Jr. National Freestyle All-American Sr. National All-American Matt Koz Asst. Coach Cinn. La Salle High School 2 X NCAA Qualifier- Minnesota/Univ. Tennessee 3 X Ohio State Champ at St. Ed

This club is designed for the committed wrestler who wants to reach their full potential. Training with other top notch wrestlers through intense drilling and live wrestling week after week will advance you to the next level. Each practice will physically and mentally challenge you and help you get ready for your next competition. If you are serious about reaching your goals for this upcoming season this club is for you! Each practice will consist of a short technique lesson, intense drilling, and then live wrestling. Both age groups will have 30

Great room last night in both groups. Just over 50 kids. The word is getting out so we are getting new wrestlers each practice. The Jr. high/ HS group had 7 state placers last night. If you need to get great intense workouts, come on in. Look forward to seeing you soon.

The Golden Cross Wrestling Club has been in session for 2 weeks now at Cincinnati La Salle High School. There are currently 48 wrestlers registered. No matter what grade, weight, or talent level, we have something to offer. We are getting new elementary kids every week now that football is over. We will also have a Jr. High team that will compete together this year. If you would like more info you can visit my web page www.goldencrosswrestling.com Click on Club Cross Here are days and times: Sunday 5:30-7:00 (K-6) 7:00-8:30(7-12) Monday 6-7:30 (K-8) Tuesday 6:00-7:30 (K-6) 7:30-9:00(7-12) Wed. 6-7:30 (K-8) Thursday 6:00-7:00 Open Room Contact me anytime for further info: 937-631-2099 Coach Zerkle Edit/Delete Message

We had a great camp in northern ohio this weekend. Feel free to contact me anytime for questions about the camp at La Salle Nov. 14-16. Great intense way to get prepared for the season!

There has been a date change for this Pre-Season Camp. The date has been moved to Nov. 14-16 because of facility use. I was informed that the cafeteria would not be available and the dates to revamp the wrestling room have been moved back. Sorry if this is an inconvenience for anyone. I have personally contacted everyone that all ready pre-registered. Thank you! GOLDEN CROSS PRE-SEASON CAMP NOV. 14-16 This camp is designed to get all wrestlers physically and mentally prepared for the wrestling season. It will cover basic to advanced techniques from all positions in wrestling. This camp will concentrate on instilling the technique learned through intense drilling and live wrestling. Please come to the camp ready to work hard. Hard work is what it takes to reach your goals and take your wrestling to the next level. All Golden Cross Wrestling Camps are open to anyone from K-12th grade. There will be numerous coaches and counselors that will be assigned to different age and skill levels to ensure a quality camp for every wrestler. This camps are limited to 50 wrestlers. Get your application in ASAP for a guaranteed spot. *This camp will be held in the De La Salle Center at La Salle High School Camp Date November 14-16 (Grades K-12) Check-In: Friday 5:30-6:00pm First Session starts at 6:30pm Check-Out: Sunday 11:30am Last Session is from 9:30-11:30am *Parents are welcome at any time. Feel free to watch, take notes, or film during any session. Camp Cost: $200 Deposit: Please send $100 deposit with camp application to hold spot. Make Checks Payable to: La Salle High School Send Application to: Golden Cross Wrestling 937-631-209 5010 Rhodes Rd. Urbana, OH 43078 www.goldencrosswrestling.com Avery Zerkle Head Coach La Salle High School Head Coach Springboro High School 2006 to 2008 Head Coach Graham Jr. High 2003-2006 Volunteer Assistant Graham High School 2002 2x NCAA Qualifier at Lock Haven University NCAA Eastern Wrestling League Champ NCAA Pennsylvania Athletic Conference Champ Ohio State Champ/State Runner-Up at Graham High School Jr. National Freestyle Duals National Champ Jr. National Freestyle All-American Sr. National All-American Independent Distributor- MonaVie (nutritional beverage with worlds most powerful antioxidants and nutrients) Ty Morgan 3 X NCAA National Qualifier Mid-American Conference Champion Senior High School Nationals Runner-up 3 X Ohio High School State Champion 2 X Junior Freestyle All-American Cadet Freestyle National Runner-up Cadet Freestyle World Team Trials Champion Cadet Freestyle World Team Member Matt Koz Assistant Coach La Salle High School 2 X NCAA Qualifier- Minnesota/Univ. Tennessee 3 X Ohio State Champ at St. Ed's High School Ohio State Placer 5th as Fr. at St. Ed's High School Jr. National Freestyle Champ USA Dream Team- #1 ranked 215 pounder in Country

Just a reminder Sunday Nov. 9th is the first practice. We are currently revamping the wrestling room. Everything is shaping up and looking great. I am excited to get practice started again! Contact me or go to my web page if you have further questions. www.goldencrosswrestling.com STRIVE FOR THE GOLD!

La Salle's LITTLE LANCERS Wrestling Club We have been working to revamp the La Salle Little Lancers Wrestling program. Our goal is to invite and include all young athletes in the Cincinnati are to be apart of our program. We do not have any boundaries or prerequisites. Any child that is in K-6th grade is welcome to be apart of our wrestling club. The Little Lancers Wrestling Club's goals are introduce and develop wrestling skills in all of our members whether they are beginners or novices. All members will also be taught how to have a good attitude, good sportsmanship, hard work and discipline, along with many other quality traits. We are currently working on the little details for the club. We plan to join the Cinn. Youth Wrestling Association. Joining the association will help to keep us organized and in the loop with all of the other local team and tournaments. We plan to have practice twice a week. There will be two age groups when practicing. The k-3rd graders will practice first then the 4-6th graders will practice. Each wrestler will compete in about 20 matches. The season starts in early December and ends in mid February. We are not yet sure about the cost to participate but, it will be comparable to other pee wee programs in the area. The coaching staff at this point consists of: Rick Back, Jeff Rocky, Randy Davis, Chris Kiley. There will always be a need for more coaches and volunteers. So, if you want your name on this list we can add it at any time. This is general info. We will have all of the details for you at sign-ups. Sign-ups October 19th 5:00pm La Salle High School

GOLDEN CROSS PRE-SEASON CAMP NOV. 7-9 This camp is designed to get all wrestlers physically and mentally prepared for the wrestling season. It will cover basic to advanced techniques from all positions in wrestling. This camp will concentrate on instilling the technique learned through intense drilling and live wrestling. Please come to the camp ready to work hard. Hard work is what it takes to reach your goals and take your wrestling to the next level. All Golden Cross Wrestling Camps are open to anyone from K-12th grade. There will be numerous coaches and counselors that will be assigned to different age and skill levels to ensure a quality camp for every wrestler. This camps are limited to 50 wrestlers. Get your application in ASAP for a guaranteed spot. *This camp will be held in the De La Salle Center at La Salle High School Camp Date November 7- 9 (Grades K-12) Check-In: Friday 5:30-6:00pm First Session starts at 6:30pm Check-Out: Sunday 11:30am Last Session is from 9:30-11:30am *Parents are welcome at any time. Feel free to watch, take notes, or film during any session. Camp Cost: $200 Deposit: Please send $100 deposit with camp application to hold spot. Make Checks Payable to: La Salle High School Send Application to: Golden Cross Wrestling 937-631-209 5010 Rhodes Rd. Urbana, OH 43078 www.goldencrosswrestling.com Avery Zerkle Head Coach La Salle High School Head Coach Springboro High School 2006 to 2008 Head Coach Graham Jr. High 2003-2006 Volunteer Assistant Graham High School 2002 2x NCAA Qualifier at Lock Haven University NCAA Eastern Wrestling League Champ NCAA Pennsylvania Athletic Conference Champ Ohio State Champ/State Runner-Up at Graham High School Jr. National Freestyle Duals National Champ Jr. National Freestyle All-American Sr. National All-American Independent Distributor- MonaVie (nutritional beverage with worlds most powerful antioxidants and nutrients) Ty Morgan 3 X NCAA National Qualifier Mid-American Conference Champion Senior High School Nationals Runner-up 3 X Ohio High School State Champion 2 X Junior Freestyle All-American Cadet Freestyle National Runner-up Cadet Freestyle World Team Trials Champion Cadet Freestyle World Team Member Matt Koz Assistant Coach La Salle High School 2 X NCAA Qualifier- Minnesota/Univ. Tennessee 3 X Ohio State Champ at St. Ed's High School Ohio State Placer 5th as Fr. at St. Ed's High School Jr. National Freestyle Champ USA Dream Team- #1 ranked 215 pounder in Country

From South: I-75 North to I-74 West. Take the Cheviot/North Bend Road Exit. Turn right off exit onto North Bend Road. At the 2nd traffic light North Bend Road makes a turn to the right - stay on North Bend Road. La Salle is on the right approximately 1/4 mile. All practices will take place in the De La Salle Athletic Center behind the school. Park behind the school and enter the De La Salle Athletic Center's main entrance. Go down one set of stairs to wrestling room on left.

Golden Cross Pre-Season Club- at Cincinnati La Salle High School This club is designed for the committed wrestler K-12th grade who wants to reach their full potential. It is hard for the committed wrestler to find good pre-season workout partners and intense practices. This club will allow you to training with other top notch wrestlers through intense drilling and live wrestling week after week to prepare you for the upcoming season. Each practice will physically and mentally challenge you no matter what level you are at. If you are serious about reaching your goals for this upcoming season, this club is for you! Extra practices like these is what it takes to move ahead of the competition. We had a great pre-season group last year consisting of numerous state placers and several state champs! Come and be apart of the great talent. I have decided not to have practice on Thursdays due to the extensive traveling that I will be doing for my Pre-Season Clinics. I will have to leave on Thursdays for most of them. I am also in the transition of house selling/buying and moving. Here is the new Info: Schedule: The first practice will start on Sept. 14th and continue through October 28th Practice will be held from 6:30 - 8:00pm every SUNDAY , TUESDAY * all practices will be held in the Cincinnati La Salle High School wrestling room Cost: Discount Value of full membership is $50.00 (save $20) OR Per Session payment is $5.00 I have also had some interest in private lessons. If you are interested in One on One's or groups 6 or less I may be able to work you in. Avery Zerkle's Golden Cross Wrestling, LLC 5010 Rhodes Road Urbana, OH 43078 937-631-2099 www.goldencrosswrestling.com - UNDER CONSTRUCTION For those of you who do not know me or have not been to a Golden Cross practice, here are a few credentials. I will also have guest clinicians in to help run practices and show their best techniques. Avery Zerkle Currently Head Coach La Salle High School 2006-2008 Head Coach Springboro High School 2003-2006 Head Coach Graham Jr. High 2002 Volunteer Assistant Graham High School 2x NCAA Qualifier at Lock Haven University NCAA Eastern Wrestling League Champ NCAA Pennsylvania Athletic Conference Champ Ohio State Champ/State Runner-Up at Graham High School Jr. National Freestyle Duals National Champ Jr. National Freestyle All-American Sr. National All-American

The practice for Tuesday 16th is canceled due to no electric at the school. We will resume on Sunday 21st. We have been praying for all of those without electric. Please be safe.

I have had a lot of inquiries about this Sunday. We should have a great group from youth on up to hs state placers. Hope to see you there! Avery Zerkle

I just wanted to send out one more reminder about the Maysville camp this next week June 16-19. If you have not registered yet that is ok. We will accept registrations at check-in. The numbers and talent level look great!! Hope to see you there! Coach Zerkle Camp Location 810 Lafayette Dr. Maysville, KY 41056 Daily Schedule 7:30am Wake up 5:00pm Dinner 7:30-8:00am Breakfast 6:30-8:30pm Instruction/Live Wrestling 9:15-11:30am Instruction/Hard Drilling 9:00-10:30pm Movie/Free Time/Pizza 12:00pm Lunch 10:30pm Lights Out 1:30-3:30pm Instruction/Hard Drilling Check-in: Monday evening 5:30-6:00pm First session is from 6:30-8:30pm Check-out: Thursday afternoon 3:00-3:30pm Last Session is from 1:30-3:30pm *Parents are welcome at any time. Feel free to watch, take notes, or film during any session. Avery Zerkle's Golden Cross Wrestling 937-631-2099 5010 Rhodes Rd. Urbana, OH 4307 www.goldencrosswrestling.com

I would prefer that you preregister ASAP. But you can also come and check in the day of camp. When you preregister I will send you a confirmation with directions and more details on the camp. Here are a few details for those that do not preregister. Contact me anytime for more details or questions. I am looking forward to a great camp! Camp Location 810 Lafayette Dr. Maysville, KY 41056 Daily Schedule 7:30am Wake up 5:00pm Dinner 7:30-8:00am Breakfast 6:30-8:30pm Instruction/Live Wrestling 9:15-11:30am Instruction/Hard Drilling 9:00-10:30pm Movie/Free Time/Pizza 12:00pm Lunch 10:30pm Lights Out 1:30-3:30pm Instruction/Hard Drilling Check-in: Monday evening 5:30-6:00pm First session is from 6:30-8:30pm Check-out: Thursday afternoon 3:00-3:30pm Last Session is from 1:30-3:30pm *Parents are welcome at any time. Feel free to watch, take notes, or film during any session. Avery Zerkle's Golden Cross Wrestling 937-631-2099 5010 Rhodes Rd. Urbana, OH 4307 www.goldencrosswrestling.com

The Golden Cross Staff is gearing up for another great summer of camps. Here are the dates and locations. You can download the entire brochure with all of the details from my web page. Hope everyone finishes out the season well and has fun wrestling into the spring and summer. Good Luck! www.goldencrosswrestling.com These are a few hs wrestlers that have been to my camps/club Myron Bradberry SO 103 Kentucky State Placer 3rd Josh Johnson SO 130 Kentucky State Champ Dust Brown JR 135 Kentucky State Placer 3rd Korey Shotwell SO 140 Kentucky State Placer 2nd Grant Ohlmann SO 130 Kentucky State Placer 5th Dates: Team Camp: (7-12th Grade) Golden Cross Facility

I wanted to let everyone know that we have added Friday night to our open mats. We are now having open mat on Wed. and Fri. at 7:00pm. Park behind the school and enter the main door of the De La Salle building. Numbers and talent have been great! There have been numerous wrestlers from KY attending. We expect over 50 wrestlers on Friday. Also, I would like to invite everyone to out Meet and Greet on May 29th. I have copied the invitation below. We want all of Cincinnati to be apart of this exciting time for La Salle Wrestling. Bring your family and friends! Strive For The Gold! Coach Zerkle Dear Wrestling Enthusiast, The Athletic Department at La Salle High School is excited to announce that Mr. Avery Zerkle is our new Head Wrestling Coach. Avery is a graduate of national wrestling powerhouse St. Paris Graham High School. Graham has won 8 straight state titles and very recently crowned the 2008 National High School Champions. As a competitor, Avery was a 2 time State Placer, a State Champion and an All-American at Graham. He is a graduate of Lock Haven University in Pennsylvania where he was a 2 time NCAA Division I National Qualifier. After graduation, Avery coached at Graham for five years. For the past two years he has been the head coach at Springboro High School. Coach Zerkle is anxious to get to work at La Salle. We want to give you an opportunity to meet him on Thursday, May 29 at 7:00pm in the gym. We want everyone who is linked with La Salle wrestling to be there! Please invite all family members, friends, alumni, boosters and anyone who is interested! At that time, coach will outline his program and aspirations for La Salle Wrestling and will answer questions you may have. See you on the 29th. Go Lancers! Dan Flynn La Salle Athletic Director Edit/Delete Message

Wrestling Community, The La Salle Athletic Department and I would like to inform the wrestling community that I have accepted the head wrestling coach position at La Salle High School. We are all very excited about building one of the premiere programs in Cincinnati. I also want to personally thank the administration, families, boosters and wrestlers in the Springboro wrestling family. With a lot of support and hard work we made some great strides in the program. I wish everyone the best of luck. I am confident that new wrestling coach will be surrounded with great support and talented wrestlers. At La Salle, our goal is to build a national level program. This will take some time and much effort. We are looking for quality individuals, coaches, boosters and anyone that is interested in being apart of building a first class program. We are going to make a year round commitment to the kids at all levels. If you are interested in being involved at any level please contact me at 937-631-2099 OR Andre Gibson (Director of Admissions & Tuition Assistance) at 513-741-2365. I will also be moving my entire Golden Cross Wrestling System to LaSalle High School. All practices, clubs, camps and private lessons will be held in the De La Salle Center behind the school. Out of town camps will not be moved such as the Maysville camps. I want to thank the administration at La Salle for the great opportunity. I look forward to building a national level program in Southwest Ohio. Yours in wrestling, Avery Zerkle

Looks like we are going to have some great camps at Maysville. If you are interested in being apart of it send in your application or give me a call. I am here to help in any way I can. You can visit my web page for further details or give me a call anytime! I look forward to helping your wrestler reach their goals!! Kentucky Camp - Maysville June 16-19 $225 Kentucky Camp - Maysville July 7-10 $225 Avery Zerkle's Golden Cross Wrestling, LLC 5010 Rhodes Road Urbana, OH 43078 937-631-2099 www.goldencrosswrestling.com

I just wanted to let everyone know that I will be at the tournament of champions this Saturday. I will have a table set up with camp info. Come on over and introduce yourself. I would enjoy the opportunity to to talk to you all and answer any camp questions that you may have. Let me know how I can help your wrestler reach their goals. Coach Zerkle STRIVE FOR THE GOLD!

Just a reminder to make sure you do not overlook your summer training opportunities. This camps at Maysville will be a great way to out train everyone and make a jump on your competition. Coaches and parents from all over the state have contacted me. Let me know if I can help you out. Talk to ya soon! Coach Zerkle

I just wanted to congratulate all of the boys that competed in the High School Natioanls this past weekend. The KY boys had great numbers and did very well. Congratulations!! It looks like the Maysville camp will be packed with talent. The applications are starting to flow in. Let me know if anyone has any questions on camps or private workouts. Thanks Coach Zerkle

I am starting to receive numerous applications for the Maysville, Ky camp. If you are at all interested you need to send in your application soon. There are a limited number of spots for both dates to ensure for a personalized intense camp. If you have any questions please call any time or visit my web page. Also, If you have a wrestler that is 6th grade and younger the Youth Intensive camp is a great option. It was packet with talent last summer. Dates: Team Camp: (7-12th Grade) Golden Cross Facility

I have had several calls about the Maysville Camp. Maysville is in Mason County adjacent to the river. The camp will be held at the residence of Matt, Korey Shotwell. The kids will eat, sleep, wrestle all at this facility. We will have room for 2-3 full mats with shower and bathroom facilities. The campers will have 3 all you can eat meals each day. We will take good care of them all. We are limiting the numbers to 25-30 wrestlers per camp date to ensure a quality personalized camp setting. These camps will be packed with talent. I have 8-10 state placers that have already inquired about the camp. I also touched base with several quality programs throughout the state that are interested in sending their top notch kids. If you want an intense personalized camp packed with talent this is the one. Dont miss out! Contact me anytime! Coach Zerkle www.goldencrosswrestling.com 937-631-2099