Allen Richardson & Jeremy Wendt Speak Wrestling & Teaching At Cookeville High School

Allen Richardson, a 2017 Cookeville High School graduate, now serves as an ISS teacher and coaches football, wrestling, and track—the same sports he played as a student. He began his path to teaching during COVID-19 while substituting at Prescott Middle School, which sparked his passion for education. Allen emphasizes time management, discipline, and adapting to modern athletic pressures, both in the classroom and on the field. He also competes in strongman competitions, using his own experiences to inspire students to push through challenges and grow through effort. Listen To The Local Matters Podcast Today! News Talk 94.1