irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $115KPROVIDE COMPETITION FOR MEMBERS STATE WIDE.
- #2 $85KMANAGE OFFICE AND COMMUNICATION TO MEMBERS, REPRESENT STATE AFFILIATE TO NATIONAL ORGANIZATION.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Blatnick National Invitational
Hosts and promotes elite youth wrestling events including the Blatnick Invitational, a key qualifier and showcase for national-level talent
Fargo Qualifier Preparation
Supports athletes preparing for national events such as the Fargo Trials through regional tournaments, rankings, and performance tracking
Statewide Wrestling Competitions
Organizes and promotes wrestling events across New York State for youth and junior athletes in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women's wrestling divisions
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Wrestling Development Programs 3 activities
- Deliver year-round wrestling training programs for youth, high school, and adult athletesOffers structured wrestling training across folkstyle, freestyle, and Greco-Roman disciplines to approximately 120 athletes in total, including ~40 youth (ages 7–18), 50 high school, and 30 youth athletes in Latham; operates a dedicated facility in Midtown Manhattan since March 2025 and runs seasonal camps such as the 2026 Sachem Wrestling Camp.
- Operate local wrestling clubs and facilities serving regional communitiesRuns multiple wrestling clubs including one in Latham, NY established in 2022 serving the Capital Region, and a training facility in Midtown Manhattan launched in March 2025, providing ongoing access to training space for current athletes, former wrestlers, and community members.
- Support athlete participation and achievement in regional, national, and collegiate wrestling championshipsPrepares and supports wrestlers competing in major national events including Fargo, NHSCA Nationals, NCAA Division III Championships, USAW Women’s National Championships, and U20/U23 divisions; supported 32 New York-affiliated wrestlers in the 2026 NCAA DIII Championships with 10 earning All-American honors and two becoming national champions.
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Youth Sports Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Engage alumni and former athletes in coaching and mentorship rolesInvolves former wrestlers and alumni in supporting youth development through coaching and mentorship within the organization’s training programs.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- Organize and host wrestling competitions across New York StateProvides wrestling competitions for members throughout New York State, including organizing events such as the 4th Annual All Section All Star Duals featuring teams from multiple sections and hosting qualifiers for national tournaments like Fargo and NHSCA Nationals.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognize wrestler achievements in competition, academics, and college commitmentsProvides a formal platform for recognizing accomplishments such as All-American status, national championship titles, milestone wins, academic honors, and college wrestling commitments, including public acknowledgment of Double/Triple Crown winners and scholastic rankings by national outlets.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$443K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$425K96%
Investment income$18K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$449K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$436K
Cash$436K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$436K
Liquid reserves11.7 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +7.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- CHRIS ADAMS — KIDS DIRECTOR
- ERIC MULLEN — TREASURER
- JAMIE PALLENZ — CULTURE EX. DIR
- JENN MYRDAL — SECRETARY
- JOE UCCELLINI — VICE CHAIRMAN
- KEVIN MAXWELL — OFFICIALS DIREC
- KRIS HARRINGTON — Chairman
- LEWIS CUCCHIARA — FREESTYLE DIREC
- MATT STUART — GRECO DIRECTOR
relationships · 38
Who they work with
- Alfred State Partner — Supports wrestlers with New York high school ties competing at Alfred State
- BlackBelt Wrestling Academy Partner — Wrestling club supported and highlighted by NY-USAW in its club series.
- Brockport Partner — Supports wrestlers from Brockport who compete in national collegiate events
- Castleton Partner — Supports wrestlers from Castleton who compete in national collegiate events
- Coast Guard Partner — Supports wrestlers from Coast Guard who compete in national collegiate events
- Collegiate School Partner — Ben Peck serves as head coach at Collegiate School in Manhattan, contributing to Legion Wrestling Academy's coaching network and local presence.
- Cortland Partner — Supports wrestlers from Cortland who compete in national collegiate events
- Davidson College Partner — Alumni from Davidson College served as early volunteer coaches, helping establish Legion Wrestling Academy's culture and training programs.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updates and highlights from athlete competitions.
- Hammer Wrestling Club Partner — Partner club based in Latham, NY, supported by NEW YORK USA WRESTLING INC through programming and development.
- Hunter College Partner — Future institution for athlete Louden Elliott
- Ithaca College Partner — Supports wrestlers from Ithaca College who compete in national collegiate events
- Jess Gregg Partner — Photographer providing photo documentation for the organization's events.
- Johnson & Wales Partner — Supports wrestlers from Johnson & Wales who compete in national collegiate events
- Legion Wrestling Academy Partner — Collaborates to develop wrestling in New York City, as referenced in promotional content.
- Lehigh University Partner — Host institution for athlete Reese Adams beginning fall 2026
- NYU Partner — Supports wrestlers from NYU who compete in national collegiate events
- Oneonta Partner — Supports wrestlers from Oneonta who compete in national collegiate events
- RIT Partner — Supports wrestlers from RIT who compete in national collegiate events
- Sacred Heart University Partner — Future institution for athlete Ella Gregg
- Section 10: North Country/St. Lawrence County Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 1: Dutchess/Putnam/Rockland/Westchester Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 2: Capital District Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 3: Syracuse/Utica/Watertown Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 4: Binghamton/Ithaca Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 5: Rochester/Genesee Valley Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- Section 6: Buffalo/Niagara/Jamestown Partner — Participating section in the All Section All Star Duals.
- SportsEngine, LLC Partner — Provides Sports Relationship Management (SRM) software for the organization's website operations.
- Springfield Partner — Supports wrestlers from Springfield who compete in national collegiate events
- St. John's Fisher Partner — Supports wrestlers from St. John's Fisher who compete in national collegiate events
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Character Development Through Sportmethodology: character-development-through-sportBy using wrestling as a vehicle to teach discipline and self-control, the organization fosters personal growth and life skills, because character development leads to long-term athlete resilience and success beyond competition.
- Family-Led Coaching Modelmethodology: family-led-coaching-modelBy involving family members, especially fathers, as coaches, the organization strengthens community ties and program continuity, because intergenerational participation builds trust, cultural ownership, and sustained volunteer investment.
- Growth-Oriented Athlete Developmentmethodology: growth_oriented_developmentBy emphasizing effort, consistency, and personal progress over perfection, the organization sustains engagement and reduces burnout, because focusing on developmental growth fosters long-term participation and intrinsic motivation.
- Inclusive Access Modelmethodology: inclusive_accessBy removing structural barriers such as cost, equipment, and travel, the organization increases participation among diverse youth, because equitable access enables broader talent development and reflects a commitment to sport for all.
- Youth Engagement Through Enjoymentmethodology: youth-engagement through enjoymentBy prioritizing fun and passion in training and competition, the organization prevents early attrition, because positive emotional experiences sustain long-term athlete involvement and identity formation in the sport.