Beginners will learn the fundamentals, while more experienced wrestlers will receive a high level of instruction, including live drilling sessions. While there will be no dual meets, we will host an individual tournament at the end of camp. Wrestling Camp takes place on Darlington School’s 400-acre, college-preparatory campus, complete with a 96,000-square foot athletic center, natatorium, weight room, running trails, air-conditioned dormitories and the best camp food imaginable.
Kelly McDurmon teaches and coaches at Darlington’s Upper School, and has been involved in the school’s youth wrestling program since its inception six years ago. His wrestling background begins at age 12, so he understands the importance of developing fundamental skills at an early age. As a high school wrestler, McDurmon was a member of three state championship squads. He earned three area championships and two state titles as an individual in the late 80s. After graduating from Berry College, he coached his alma mater to two team state championships 2002 and 2003. McDurmon has coached in 25 state championship matches, helping his athletes win 14 state titles.
Keith Trotter teaches and coaches at Darlington’s Upper School. He has a total of 16 years of Georgia High School coaching and teaching experience. A three-time Georgia High School State Champion, Trotter was also named 1989 Class A Wrestler of the Year. He also wrestled at the collegiate level for three years at Carson-Newman College.
