Johnny Gates - Head Coach and Club Director
His passion for the sport of Wrestling started at a young age as a Bethel Allstar. The motto of "Hard Work & Discipline" was something that always stuck with Johnny, if you ask him why he'll tell you "because it can breed success, emotional control, and self confidence". For Johnny the wrestling community is family and the endeavor to be proficient in wrestling takes time, hard work, and dedication which he relates to any meaningful pursuit in life. Our team saying "Once an Allstar, always an Allstar" carries true weight with Johnny as he continues the legacy that was passed down to him by Marty Plumb Bethel Allstars Head Coach and Club Director 1987-2020. Johnny loves the time he spends coaching and giving back to the next generation of Wrestlers. He will always strive to build a team environment that will foster growth and development while building lifelong bonds between teammates.
Johnny has 3 firm rules that were instilled in him by his coach and mentor Marty that he continues to instill in his team today
- Joined the Bethel Allstars as a youth wrestler in 1994
- Won the 8 and Under State Championship in 1997
- Varsity wrestler for Bethel High School
- Competed in Washington State High School State Championships
- Wrestled at Highline Community College
- Head coach / Club Director of the Bethel Allstars in 2020
His passion for the sport of Wrestling started at a young age as a Bethel Allstar. The motto of "Hard Work & Discipline" was something that always stuck with Johnny, if you ask him why he'll tell you "because it can breed success, emotional control, and self confidence". For Johnny the wrestling community is family and the endeavor to be proficient in wrestling takes time, hard work, and dedication which he relates to any meaningful pursuit in life. Our team saying "Once an Allstar, always an Allstar" carries true weight with Johnny as he continues the legacy that was passed down to him by Marty Plumb Bethel Allstars Head Coach and Club Director 1987-2020. Johnny loves the time he spends coaching and giving back to the next generation of Wrestlers. He will always strive to build a team environment that will foster growth and development while building lifelong bonds between teammates.
Johnny has 3 firm rules that were instilled in him by his coach and mentor Marty that he continues to instill in his team today
- No crying on the mat. It is okay to cry, but you must step off the mat.
- Listen with your eyes and ears
- No bullying
LEAGUE 2018Congratulations team on your 6th place finish
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LEAGUE 2017
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ALLSTARS
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