COACH DUSTIN JOHNSON

Dustin Johnson is a 2012 graduate of Cascade High School and a proud member of the Cascade wrestling tradition. During his high school career , he was part of the 2012 State Championship wrestling team, earning a third-place finish individually at the state tournament. He was also three-time district champion.

As a coach with Cascade Cougar Mat Club, Dustin is excited to help develop the next generation of wrestlers by teaching the fundamentals of wrestling, building confidence, and instilling the values of hard work, perseverance, sportsmanship, and accountability.

Dustin believes wrestling is about more than winning matches. It is about developing character, learning to overcome adversity, and building the mental toughness that carries over into every aspect of life. He looks forward to giving back to the wrestling community that helped shape him and helping young athletes grow both on and off the mat.

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COACH BRANDON PERKINS

Coach Brandon brings a strong background in collegiate wrestling and coaching experience to our club. He wrestled for Clackamas Community College from 2004–2006 before continuing his wrestling career at Oregon State University from 2006–2009.

Following his competitive career, Brandon remained at Oregon State University as a graduate assistant coach from 2009–2011, continuing to develop his knowledge of the sport and gain valuable coaching experience.

We’re excited to have Coach Brandon bring his experience, passion for wrestling, and commitment to developing wrestlers to Cascade Cougar Mat Club. Our goal is to help young athletes build their skills, confidence, discipline, and love for the sport while learning the values that wrestling teaches both on and off the mat.

At Cascade, we are dedicated to developing and creating great wrestlers. Our ultimate goal is to produce top-notch athletes who not only succeed on the mat but also in life. Through years of experience, we have learned that wrestling is not just about physical strength and technical. It's also about building character, discipline, and an unwavering work ethic. We strive to instill these values in all of our students, so they can become not only great wrestlers but also great people. We believe that wrestling can be a transformative experience that teaches valuable life lessons and prepares athletes for success both on and off the mat. That's why we are committed to providing the best training and support possible in the room to help our students reach their full potential and become the best versions of themselves. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned wrestler, we welcome you to join our community and discover the transformative power of this incredible sport.