FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Detroit, MI – April 10, 2024 – Beat the Streets Detroit, a chapter of the prominent youth wrestling organization Beat the Streets National, will work closely with Metro Detroit Wrestling Association, an independent organization with its own Board of Directors and Mission Statement, in developing a relationship with Michigan USA Wrestling, which is separate organization along with its other affiliates. This collaboration aims to enhance access and opportunities for young wrestlers across the Metro Detroit region.
Recognizing the importance of providing avenues for youth development through sports, Beat the Streets Detroit has joined forces with Metro Detroit Wrestling Association to work with Michigan USA Wrestling to expand its reach and impact within the community. The desired outcome will be to work together to offer comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and competitive experiences to aspiring wrestlers.
“We are thrilled, along with Metro Detroit Wrestling Association, to build that relationship with Michigan USA Wrestling in furthering our mission of empowering youth through wrestling. The possibility to combine our resources is very exciting,” said Kerri Smith, Executive Director of Beat the Streets Detroit.
The collaboration will potentially provide access to and expose youth wrestlers with high-quality coaching and facilities, and participation in local, regional, and national wrestling events. The schedule of upcoming sanctioned events for MDWA is below and can be found at www.metrodetroitwrestling.com or www.themat.com:
- April 13 at Wayne Memorial High School (non-MUSAW State Finals qualifying event)
- April 20 at Wayne Memorial High School (non- MUSAW State Finals qualifying event)
- April 27 at Location TBA (non- MUSAW State Finals qualifying event)
- May 3 & 4 at Lapeer High School (MUSAW State Finals qualifying event)
Questions or Comments can be directed to:
Dennis Boone – MUSAW State Chairman
Robert Embree – MDWA Board Director
