CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW)- There is a new coach joining Clarksville Academy’s Wrestling staff for the 2018-19 season. Daniel Otero joins Clarksville Academy alum Nick Williamson to revitalize the wrestling program.
“Coach Otero’s combination of his professional experience in operations, long athletic career, vision for wrestling, character, integrity, and leadership skills on and off the mats makes him the right coach for the new wrestling program at Clarksville Academy,” says Head Coach Nick Williamson.
Otero is decorated in 15 years of coaching experience, including two years as head coach for Middle Tennessee State University Club Wrestling program. Other experience includes competing at the next level by wrestling at University of Tennessee at Chattanooga under Coach Ralph Manning, Mark Leon, and Chuck Barbee.
Prior to University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Otero helped lead Northeast High School to their first district and regional championships and finished his high school career as a two-time state medalist. He finished state runner-up once throughout his high school career.
Otero has three children: Daniel Jr., David, and Daniel.