Highlander Wrestling Club

HIGHLANDER

Re-established 2026 · The Woodlands, TX

Forgedfor Battle.

Where warriors are made. Wrestling for ages 5+, built on discipline, technique, and the spirit of the highlander.

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Coaching Staff

The Warriors Behind the Club

Director

AJ Lyczkowski

AJ Lyczkowski is a Pennsylvania native. During his time at Methacton High School in Collegeville, PA, he compiled a 102–33 record with 65 pins and still holds the school record for the fastest pin in program history at just 5 seconds. A 3-time sectional champion, 2-time district placer, 1-time regional champion, and Pennsylvania AAA State Tournament qualifier, Read more

Head Coach

Alec Strange

Alec has been a club coach for six years and served as an assistant coach at Episcopal High School for one year. He will join The Woodlands High School coaching staff as an assistant coach this upcoming season. During his coaching career, he has helped train multiple All-Americans and contributed to the development of several athletes who earned spots on the UIL state podium.

Assistant Coach

Livan López

Livan López is a Cuban freestyle wrestler and Olympic bronze medalist, recognized internationally for his technical skill, speed, and competitive consistency at the highest levels of the sport. He earned bronze at the 2012 London Olympic Games in the 66 kg division, marking one of the highlights of his career on the world stage. López is also a 2011 World Championship bronze medalist and 2011 Pan American Games gold medalist, establishing himself as one of Cuba's most accomplished athletes of his generation. Known for his disciplined approach and ability to perform under pressure, he has represented Cuba in numerous World Championships and major international events. Today, his legacy continues to inspire wrestlers around the world through his achievements and dedication to the sport.

Assistant Coach

Charlie Strange

Charlie has been a club coach for 10 years and served as the Director of TXUSAW and a Team Texas coach for six years. Throughout his coaching career, he has helped train multiple All-Americans and contributed to the development of numerous athletes who earned spots on the UIL state podium.

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Events

Upcoming Schedule

Practice Schedule

Events Schedule

Date	Event	Location	Type
05/16–05/17	WCAP Camp	Spring Klein Wrestling Club	Camp
06/05–06/06	Anthony Echemendia Camp	Wolfpack Wrestling Club	Camp
06/08–06/12	14U National Duals	Wesley Chapel, FL	Dual
06/11–06/14	16U National Duals (Boys)	Herriman, UT	Dual
06/16–06/20	Junior Boys National Duals	Milwaukee, WI	Dual
06/16–06/20	Women's National Duals	Milwaukee, WI	Dual
07/09–07/18	USMC Junior & 16U National Tournament	Fargo, ND	Tournament
07/24–07/26	Mat Bash Duals	Coppell, TX	Dual
08/29–08/30	Super 32 Early Entry Texas Tournament	Clear Springs HS	Tournament
10/03	Legacy's Aggieland Takedown	Bryan High School (Gym #3), Bryan, TX	Tournament
10/10	Westchase WC Kickoff	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
10/11	TX USAW South Region – Team Texas Clinic	TBD	Clinic
10/17	Legacy's Fall Brawl	Bryan High School (Gym #3), Bryan, TX	Tournament
10/23–10/26	Preseason Nationals	Des Moines, IA	Tournament
10/24	Grand Oaks Takedown	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
11/07	SKWC Opener	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
11/08	TX USAW South Region – Team Texas Clinic	TBD	Clinic
11/14	Rise The Lions Den	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
11/21	SKWC Wildcat Bash	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
11/22	TX-Central Rumble on the River (NB Elite)	TBD	Tournament
11/27–11/28	Panhandle Nationals	Amarillo Civic Center, Amarillo, TX	Tournament
12/05	Edge of Texas Nationals	UTEP Memorial Gym, El Paso, TX	Tournament
12/12	Katy Area Classic	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
12/13	TX USAW South Region – Team Texas Clinic	TBD	Clinic
12/19	KT3 Tournament	TBD	Tournament
01/02	SKWC 16th Annual Dermody Open	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
01/09–01/10	Texas Nationals & Come And Take It Duals	Legends Event Center, Bryan, TX	Tournament
01/16	SKWC Wildcat Brawl	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
01/23	Heart of Texas Nationals	TBD	Tournament
01/30	SKWC Last Roundup	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Tournament
02/06–02/07	Lonestar Nationals and Rookie & Novice State Tournament	The OC, Forney, TX	Tournament
02/14	South Region Training Day – State Prep	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Training
02/20	484 Scrap Tournament and Last Chance Qualifier Tournament	Waller HS, Waller, TX	Tournament
02/21	State Champ Camp	Spring Klein Wrestling Club, Spring, TX	Camp
02/27–02/28	TX-USAW Youth Folkstyle State Tournament (Open & Girls)	Allen Event Center, Allen, TX	Tournament
03/14	TX USAW South Region – Team Texas Clinic	TBD	Clinic
04/02–04/04	USAW Heartland National Youth Duals	Mid-America Center, Council Bluffs, IA	Dual
04/11	TX USAW South Region – Team Texas Clinic	TBD	Clinic
04/17–04/18	Space City Duals (FS/GR Duals – Boys & Girls Teams)	East Montgomery Convention Center, New Caney, TX	Dual

Cancelled Practices

Date	Event	Location	Type
05/18	Monday Practice (All) · 6:00–7:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
05/25	Monday Practice (All) · 6:00–7:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/23	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/23	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/27	Monday Practice (All) · 6:00–7:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/28	Tuesday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/28	Tuesday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/30	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
07/30	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
09/01	Tuesday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
09/01	Tuesday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
11/26	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
11/26	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/24	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/24	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/28	Monday Practice (All) · 6:00–7:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/29	Tuesday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/29	Tuesday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/31	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
12/31	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
03/15	Monday Practice (All) · 6:00–7:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
03/16	Tuesday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
03/16	Tuesday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
03/18	Thursday Practice (Youth) · 5:30–6:30 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice
03/18	Thursday Practice (HS) · 6:30–8:00 PM · CANCELLED	TWHS	Practice

Purpose

Our Mission

HWC is dedicated to providing and promoting wrestling opportunities for boys and girls from elementary through high school. Our mission is to foster the physical, mental, and social development of young athletes through the sport of wrestling by offering year-round training, mentorship, and competition in a safe, positive, and supportive environment.

We are committed to helping every athlete reach their full potential both on and off the mat by emphasizing sportsmanship, discipline, teamwork, character, and personal growth while building confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love for the sport.

What We Stand For

Our Values

Discipline

We show up, work hard, and hold ourselves to a high standard every day.

Respect

We honor our coaches, teammates, opponents, and the sport.

Grit

We push through difficulty and learn that hard work always pays off.

Community

We are a family — supporting each other on and off the mat.

The Team

Meet the Staff

Director

AJ Lyczkowski

AJ Lyczkowski is a Pennsylvania native. During his time at Methacton High School in Collegeville, PA, he compiled a 102–33 record with 65 pins and still holds the school record for the fastest pin in program history at just 5 seconds. A 3-time sectional champion, 2-time district placer, 1-time regional champion, and Pennsylvania AAA State Tournament qualifier, his success earned him a Division I scholarship to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where he became a 4-year letterman with a 46–28 collegiate record and two third-place finishes at the Southern Conference Championships. Following his competitive career, he transitioned into coaching — guiding four student-athletes to regional qualification in back-to-back seasons at Olney High School. He now teaches in the Special Education Department at The Woodlands High School, where he also serves as the head wrestling coach.

Head Coach

Alec Strange

Alec has been a club coach for six years and served as an assistant coach at Episcopal High School for one year. He will join The Woodlands High School coaching staff as an assistant coach this upcoming season. During his coaching career, he has helped train multiple All-Americans and contributed to the development of several athletes who earned spots on the UIL state podium.

Assistant Coach

Charlie Strange

Charlie has been a club coach for 10 years and served as the Director of TXUSAW and a Team Texas coach for six years. Throughout his coaching career, he has helped train multiple All-Americans and contributed to the development of numerous athletes who earned spots on the UIL state podium.

Assistant Coach

Livan López

Livan López is a Cuban freestyle wrestler and Olympic bronze medalist, recognized internationally for his technical skill, speed, and competitive consistency at the highest levels of the sport. He earned bronze at the 2012 London Olympic Games in the 66 kg division, marking one of the highlights of his career on the world stage. López is also a 2011 World Championship bronze medalist and 2011 Pan American Games gold medalist, establishing himself as one of Cuba's most accomplished athletes of his generation. Known for his disciplined approach and ability to perform under pressure, he has represented Cuba in numerous World Championships and major international events. Today, his legacy continues to inspire wrestlers around the world through his achievements and dedication to the sport.

One-on-One

Choose Your Coach

Each of our coaches brings a unique background and specialty. Select the coach that best fits your goals and let the work begin.

Alec Strange

Head Coach

1-hour sessions · $45/hr

Call to Book · (830) 237-9432

Coach Strange

Coach

1-hour sessions · $60/hr

Call to Book · (832) 515-1139

Our Highlander Wrestling Club athletes are available to teach private lessons for $20/hr. Please make arrangements through the Coaching Staff.

Details

Session Info

Duration

1 hour minimum.

Location

Flexible, willing to discuss arrangements/travel

Pricing

Rates vary by coach and session length. Contact us for details.

Who It's For

Open to all skill levels — beginners to competitive athletes.

Scheduling

Sessions by appointment. Reach out directly to your preferred coach.

What to Bring

Wrestling shoes, athletic wear, water bottle. Headgear recommended.

Ready to Level Up?

Reach out and let us know which coach you'd like to work with and your available times.

Tournament details and registration link coming soon.

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Club Info

Find Us

Practice Location

The Woodlands High School Mat Room
Located around back, across from the softball fields
6101 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381

Phone

Coach Alec Strange · 830-237-9432

Email

highlanderwclub@gmail.com
alyczkowski@conroeisd.net

Practice Schedule

Monday (All) | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Tue & Thu (Youth) | 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Tue & Thu (HS) | 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Social Media

@HighlanderWrestlingClub on Instagram

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Apparel & Gear

Club Store

Browse selected Highlander items below or visit our full store to see everything.

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Apparel

Women's Tee

Fitted women's tee with Highlander logo — comfortable and stylish for fans and athletes.

Apparel

Men's Tee

Classic men's tee with Highlander logo — comfortable fit for training and everyday wear.

Gear

Men's Singlet

Performance singlet with team colors and club insignia — made for competition and training.

Gear

Women's Singlet

Women's competition singlet with tailored fit and club insignia — ideal for tournaments.

Our Partners

"Our sponsors make this program possible. Their generosity fuels every practice, every tournament, and every young athlete who steps on the mat wearing the Highlander singlet. We are deeply grateful."

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