TEAM CREDO COACHING STAFF
COACH PROFILES
Chris Mecate
BIO
Coach Chris Mecate is one of the most accomplished wrestlers to come out of California and brings elite-level experience, leadership, and intensity to every practice. A former NCAA Division I All-American and California State Champion, Coach Mecate has competed and succeeded at the highest levels of wrestling throughout his career. Known for his toughness, high wrestling IQ, and relentless work ethic, he is dedicated to helping athletes maximize their potential both on and off the mat.
Favorite Quote: “Success is earned one practice at a time.”
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2x CIF Champion
2x Masters Champion
3x California State Placer
California State Champion
Super 32 Champion
Doc B Champion
4x NCAA Division I Qualifier
2x NCAA Division I All-American
Competed for Old Dominion University at the Division I level
Developed and coached multiple high-level wrestlers across California
Known for elite-level technique, pressure wrestling, and competitive mindset development
Patrick Aleksanyan
BIO
Coach Patrick Aleksanyan is a former NCAA Division I wrestler from the University of Nebraska, where he trained alongside some of the top wrestlers in the country, including Olympic Gold Medalist Jordan Burroughs. With decades of high-level wrestling experience, Coach Aleksanyan brings a strong passion for developing disciplined, confident, and technically sound athletes. His coaching style focuses on fundamentals, mental toughness, conditioning, and helping wrestlers build confidence both on and off the mat.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
NCAA Division I Qualifier
3rd Place – Big 12 Championships
University Nationals All-American
FILA Junior Nationals Runner-Up
Fargo Junior Nationals All-American (4th Place)
2x California CIF State Medalist
Trained and competed alongside elite NCAA Division I athletes at the University of Nebraska
Known for building strong fundamentals, discipline, and a competitive mindset in developing wrestlers
ELITE SPONSORS
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