IRCS Athletics Announces Nik Fekete as Head Wrestling Coach

Indian Rocks Christian School Athletics is excited to announce the hiring of Nik Fekete as the new Head Wrestling Coach as the school prepares for wrestling’s first year back as an official sport at IRCS.

Coach Fekete brings elite wrestling and coaching experience to the program. A former NCAA All-American at Michigan State University, Team USA Freestyle National Team member, and 2008 U.S. Olympic Trials competitor, Coach Nik has competed at the highest levels of wrestling. He currently serves as the Head MMA Coach at UFC Gym Largo and has years of experience developing athletes both on and off the mat.

Coach Nik shared that he is thankful for the opportunity to build the IRCS Wrestling program from the ground up and is excited to help student-athletes grow not only in wrestling ability, but also in character, discipline, perseverance, and faith.

Ryan Johnson, Athletic Director at IRCS, shared:
“This is an exciting time for IRCS Athletics with the addition of Boys Wrestling. Coach Nik brings a high vision and plan for the program that will look to develop all types of athletes into premier wrestlers. Coach Nik’s attitude, passion, and love for the Lord will create the exact environment we are looking for here at IRCS.”

Wrestling as an official school team will begin this winter season, with the first practices scheduled for mid-October. Coach Nik will also be hosting summer and offseason training opportunities at UFC Gym Largo for both beginner and experienced wrestlers leading up to the season.

Summer Opportunities

Coach Nik will be hosting “Nik Fekete’s All-American Wrestling Camps” throughout the summer. Camps are open to both beginners and experienced wrestlers and will take place on the following dates:

June 8–11
June 15–18
July 6–9
July 13–16
July 20–23
July 27–30

Cost is $100 per camp.

For more information or to register, contact Coach Nik at (727) 554-2025 or nikolasfekete1@gmail.com.

IRCS will host a Meet and Greet with Coach Nik on Tuesday, May 27th at 5:00 PM on campus. Families and prospective wrestlers are encouraged to attend and learn more about the future of IRCS Wrestling.