Coach Mike embarks on his first season as a graduate assistant coach at Life University. In his own athletic career, Mike achieved great success, qualifying for the National Championships twice in both NAIA and NCWA, earning the title of NCWA All-American, Academic All-American, and becoming the Northeast Conference Champion for Springfield Tech in MA. His high school achievements include being a State Medalist and Regional Champion in Kentucky.
Prior to his role at Life University, Coach Clark served as an intern assistant coach at Bellarmine University while completing his Bachelor's degree in Counseling at the University of Louisville. He played a significant role in assisting the Knights during their 2024 NCWA National Championship season, leading up to their transition to NCAA Division 1. Coach Mike's contributions at BU included supporting the team during their championship success and establishing the Knights Master Adult Wrestling Club at the Knights Regional Training Center, providing adults of all ages with unique opportunities through masters age wrestling practices.
Additionally, Coach Clark founded the University of Louisville Beach Wrestling Club, where from 2022 to 2024, he coached an athlete to a USA Beach Senior National Runner-Up title and personally represented Team USA at the UWW Beach Senior World Championships in 2022.
Currently, Coach Mike is pursuing a Master's degree in Positive Psychology
