After walking on at Auburn University, Pat earned a full scholarship and became a three-year letterman and SEC champion while earning a degree in electrical engineering. At Auburn, he wrestled under National Wrestling Hall of Fame coach Swede Umbach.

After retiring from a career in the semiconductor industry, Pat wanted to give something back to the sport that had meant so much to him growing up. He became the head wrestling coach at Anderson High School, where he also taught mathematics. During his five seasons as head coach, he qualified at least one wrestler for the state tournament every year, including a state runner-up in his final season.

Pat is married and has two sons, both of whom wrestled for Anderson High School. In addition to coaching youth wrestling, Pat enjoys playing pickleball and golf in his spare time.

An accomplished Florida high school wrestler, Kyle credits wrestling with far more than athletic achievement. The sport helped him build character and forge lasting friendships.

He is excited to help the next generation of young wrestlers experience those same benefits.

Following his MBA from the University of Texas at Austin, Kyle built his career in technology startups.

Kyle and his wife have two young sons. In his limited free time, Kyle enjoys fly fishing.

Coach Danny Lenz brings a high level of competitive athletic experience and a deep passion for youth sports to the Anderson Youth Wrestling program. He's been coaching youth sports for over a decade now.

Originally from Florida, Coach Danny grew up competing in the 6A high school classification. As a team captain for East Lake High School, ultimately earning All-Pinellas County honors he won the regional tournament to qualify for the State Championships. His formative years spent in Florida's intense wrestling scene taught him firsthand the profound value of technical precision, mental toughness, and an unrelenting work ethic.

Now a Sr. Director at Dell, a dedicated parent of 3, and an active community volunteer in Austin, Coach Danny is committed to helping young athletes build self-confidence, master the fundamentals of the sport, and discover the rewards of hard work.

Carson is an Austin native and wrestled for Anderson High School. He was a four-time district champion, three-time state qualifier, and a state runner-up in freestyle as a junior.

Carson was also a drummer in the Anderson marching band.

While attending the University of Texas and studying computer science, Carson was a member of the UT wrestling club. He was a two-time Southwest Conference runner-up and qualified for the NCWA National Championship Tournament in Orlando.

Patrick was born in Norman, Oklahoma, but moved to Austin when he was two years old. He attended Austin ISD schools throughout his childhood and participated in the LASA program at LBJ High School.

Patrick started wrestling at LASA after getting cut from the basketball team as a freshman. After a slow start, he found success during his sophomore season, winning the Capital Classic Tournament and beginning the season undefeated.

During the summer following his sophomore season, Patrick competed in the Freestyle Wrestling State Championships and became a Cadet Freestyle State Champion. This earned him a place on the Texas National Team, where he competed at the National Duals in Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling as a member of the Texas All-American Team.

His high school accomplishments include being a four-time district finalist, three-time district champion, regional champion, and three-time Texas State Wrestling Tournament qualifier, in addition to his Cadet Freestyle State Championship.

Following high school, Patrick officiated wrestling for more than a decade in the Austin and San Antonio areas. He served as an assistant wrestling coach at LBJ High School from 2015–2017 and is currently in his fourth year as the head wrestling coach at Anderson High School.