
Stronghold Wrestling Club
Our mission at Stronghold Wrestling Club is to teach the art of wrestling in both national and international styles while mentoring the youth under our tutelage. Our mission exists in the knowledge that we will encourage and promote personal growth spiritually, physically, and emotionally through positive reinforcement of activities, which constantly challenge the spirit, body, and mind.
The sport of wrestling creates a unique platform for athletes to experience the personal challenges associated with one on one competition. The wrestlers encounter and grapple with those time-tested traits that form the character of a man. We believe it is essential to teach these principles as the foundation of success in the arena of competition thereby empowering our young wrestlers for the rest of their lives.
We members, leaders, and coaches of Stronghold Wrestling Club pledge to promote, teach, encourage, and value:
Faith
Humility
Charity
Responsibility
Self-Reliance
Integrity
Honesty
Perseverance
Resolve
Enjoyment
Respect
Honor
Mental Toughness
Focus
Work Ethic
Commitment
Sportsmanship
Coach Gabe Hixenbaugh

Gabe is a five time Alabama State Champion, Fargo All-American, NHSCA National Champion, Division 1 Starter at Campbell University, and was ranked 15th in the country.
Coach Cole Thomas

Cole is an Alabama State Champion, 2022 and 2023 Team Alabama Nationals Coach. He has been coaching at Stronghold Wrestling Club for three years.

Hours
Come Try a Class!
Monday and Wednesday at Homewood High School: 6-730PM
Tuesday and Thursday at Birmingham Wrestling Complex: 6-730PM
