Elevating Youth Wrestling in Louisiana
BRTC is Louisiana’s leading youth wrestling club, offering unparalleled coaching and resources to shape young athletes into elite wrestlers and principled individuals. Under the guidance of Head Coach Ke-Shawn Hayes and Head Assistant Coach Brandon Conrad, BRTC boasts a proven track record of success, with numerous athletes placing in national tournaments with some achieving All-American status. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every wrestler has the opportunity to achieve greatness both on the mat and in life, while fostering the growth of wrestling across Louisiana.
Head Coach Ke-Shawn Hayes and Head Assistant Coach Brandon Conrad have united at BRTC to form a dynamic coaching duo, leveraging their extensive experience and deep connections to elevate youth wrestling across the state. Together, their combined expertise, competitive achievements, and commitment to mentorship empower young wrestlers, fostering technical skill, discipline, and academic success throughout the state’s wrestling community.
coaches
Ke-Shawn Hayes
Head Coach
Ke-Shawn Hayes is a Missouri native whose lifelong passion for wrestling began in his youth. A standout athlete, he claimed six youth state championships before leading Park Hill High School to three team state titles, earning three individual state championships and contributing to a #15 national team ranking. Ranked as the #12 recruit nationally, Ke-Shawn continued his career at The Ohio State University, where he became a two-time NCAA qualifier and two-time Academic All-American. With a proven track record of success and a commitment to excellence, Coach Hayes brings expertise, leadership, and a focus on developing well-rounded athletes to the BRTC wrestling program.
Brandon Conrad
Assistant Head Coach
Brandon Conrad is a Pennsylvania native whose wrestling journey is rooted in one of the nation’s premier wrestling states. After a standout high school career, Brandon competed at Division III powerhouse Lycoming College, where he was a national qualifier for the Warriors, amassing over 100 career wins and earning three Academic All-American honors as a four-year starter. Beyond the mat, Coach Conrad excelled academically, earning a prestigious NCAA scholarship to pursue his PhD in organic chemistry at LSU. With his competitive experience, academic excellence, and dedication to mentorship, Coach Brandon inspires BRTC wrestlers to achieve success in both athletics and academics.
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