Running a wrestling tournament isn’t just about brackets and bout sheets. It’s about planning, leadership, logistics, and learning how to solve problems before they ever happen.
In Wrestling Tournament 101, Coach Tre Horton pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run a smooth, profitable, and respected wrestling event. Whether you’re hosting your first local round-robin or scaling up to a multi-mat showdown, this book is packed with real-world stories, actionable checklists, hard-earned lessons, and the exact systems that have helped hundreds of successful events run like clockwork.
You’ll learn how to:
Avoid the most common rookie mistakes
Structure your team and delegate with confidence
Create a professional atmosphere that keeps coaches and parents coming back
Plan ahead for tech, traffic, concessions, emergencies, and more
Build a tournament that runs on time and turns a profit
Whether you’re a coach, AD, or club director, Wrestling Tournament 101 is your step-by-step guide to building something bigger than brackets: a great experience.
Anticipated Release is November 1st, 2025
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Wrestling Tournaments 101
Meet the Author
Tre Horton
Born in Fairfield, California, and raised across the states of Pennsylvania and Georgia, Tre Horton is a distinguished engineer and passionate wrestling coach. Even as a child, Tre displayed an innate love for poetry and writing, fueling a determination to share his enthusiasm with others.
Following the completion of his college athletics career, Tre embarked on a journey in the Information Technology sector while volunteering as a wrestling coach in his local community. His adeptness in combining technology and wrestling quickly earned him admiration, as he effortlessly imparted these skills to young learners. Tre's talents eventually led him to Georgia Tech, where he further expanded his diverse skill set and thrived in his field.
Throughout his career, Tre has garnered recognition for his exceptional coaching skills, amassing numerous certifications within his industry. As a respected Academic and Research Support Engineer, he has also penned several wrestling books, sharing his expertise with a wider audience.
Today, Tre calls Atlanta, Georgia, his home, where he continues to inspire and make a lasting impact within his community. His unwavering dedication to his profession and his commitment to uplifting the lives of young athletes is a testament to his remarkable character.
