Our Mission
​Lionheart Youth Wrestling Club's mission is to provide youth in and around the Muscle Shoals, AL area with opportunities for physical, emotional, spiritual, and social development while increasing athletic knowledge and competitive spirit through the sport of wrestling.
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Our BELIEFS
Faith is our foundation.
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We believe in a program rooted in Christ-centered principles, with coaches who encourage young athletes to pursue excellence with integrity, humility, and determination.
Wrestling teaches life skills.
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Wrestling instills discipline, perseverance, and resilience—qualities that build character and prepare young athletes for challenges on and off the mat.
Every child deserves opportunity.
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All children, regardless of socioeconomic background, should have the chance to participate in sports and experience the benefits of competition and personal growth.
Positive role models create change.
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Passionate, dedicated coaches and mentors have a lasting impact, providing guidance and encouragement to help young athletes reach their full potential.
Community strengthens individuals.
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A supportive, inclusive environment allows athletes and families to feel encouraged, valued, and united in their journey toward success.
OUR LEADERSHIP
ADAM KING
President, Founding Member
Adam's mission is to grow the wrestling culture and community in the Shoals, and he works to promote the sport and provide opportunities for kids to get involved. He believes whole heartedly in the values that Lionheart and the sport of wrestling provide, not only for the kids, but also for their families and the broader community.
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As parents of wrestlers, Adam and his wife Lindsey have seen firsthand the positive impact that wrestling can have on kids. He loves watching them progress and seeing their confidence grow as they develop their skills on and off the mat.​ Adam is always looking for new and innovative ways to improve the club and make it even better for the kids.
Matt Standridge
VICE President, Founding Member
Matt and his wife Kimberly have eight children and currently have six actively wrestling, including their daughter, who competes at the high school level for Deshler. Beyond wrestling, Matt and Kimberly serve as staff pastors at Grace House and have a rich history of serving others in the community. Wrestling has become a cornerstone of their family and ministry, inspiring the next generation of wrestlers to be resilient, disciplined, and fearless.
At Lionheart, wrestling isn’t just a sport—it’s a way of life. Once our family discovered wrestling, we went all in, dedicating ourselves to building champions on and off the mat. We are committed to coaching the whole athlete, focusing on physical, mental, and spiritual growth to create young men and women who are strong in every sense of the word.
Andrew Schoenherr
Head of Coaching, Founding Member
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COACHING STAFF
"Life is really hard, and you will fail more than you win! Wrestling is really hard, and you will fail more than you win! But wrestling will prepare you to handle most of what life can throw at you. I think every person should learn to wrestle, especially young men!"
-Coach Matt Pezzatta
