Isaac Knable: Founder, Head Coach
“From years of competing and coaching wrestling, I can see the aspects of wrestling from both perspectives. No matter what level of wrestling you are at grade school, high school or college a successful wrestler is the one who knows and understands the basic fundamental skills. Over the years I have developed a proven “system” of drills, shot development, techniques, and conditioning methods that concentrate on a higher level of focus and intensity, to get wrestlers to that next level.”
Founder of Invicta Wrestling Academy, Isaac Knable, started his wrestling career in the 1st grade. “Wrestling has been a part of my life since I can remember. The physical and mental toughness that the sport teaches you is irreplaceable.” Isaac has been a part of multiple programs throughout his wrestling career, and has had the privilege to be coached by and train with Hall of fame coaches, All-Americans, and National Champions.
In high school Isaac wrestled for St. Xavier High School in Louisville, KY. During his high school career Isaac won 4 individual state titles at 112,130,140,145 weight class divisions, compiled a record of 171-15, while going undefeated against in-state competition, and was MOW of the state tournament his junior and senior year. He also helped lead his team to a State Dual Championship and a team State Championship. saintx.com
After high school Isaac chose to attend Indiana University. Isaac was a NCAA qualifier for the Hoosiers in 2005 and was voted team captain. Also in 2005 the Hoosiers finished 5th place in the Big Ten Championships and 9th place in the NCAA Championship. iuhoosiers.com
Upon graduating with his B.S. in Recreational Sport Management, Isaac then pursued a coaching job at St. Xavier High School. He has been an assistant coach since 2006, and has helped coach St. Xavier to multiple team state titles, individual state champions and All-Americans. While coaching at St. Xavier Isaac earned his M.A.T in Physical Education at the University of Cumberlands, and currently teaches PE & Health at St. Xavier. Isaac is married to his wife Ashley, and has three daughters Grace, Charlotte and Hattie.