Dotson III new CAK wrestling boss
Christian Academy of Knoxville announces the hiring of Marquis Dotson III as head coach of its high school wrestling team. Dotson has more than seven years of professional experience as a teacher, coach and music minister.
Most recently, Dotson coached at Fulton High School, where he spent four years. During that time, his team produced the school’s first state medalists, as well as a state champion wrestler. The Falcons also had their first group of wrestlers ever to sign with a collegiate program.
He currently teaches chorus music at Farragut High School.
Prior to his time at Fulton, Dotson coached a Chattanooga Central High School where he helped lead the team to its 2011 and 2012 state dual championships.
“Coach Dotson was an easy choice to lead our wrestling program,” CAK athletic director Ried Estus said, adding, “He has a track record of success developing multiple state championship teams. And more importantly, he has a legacy of developing relationships with, and making a lasting impact on, the young men in his programs.”
Dotson is taking over the team from Coach Chris Hawkins, who led the Warriors to the Division II Invitational Championship in duals. They are also nominated as the PrepXtra Team of the Year.
“Coach Hawkins invested all he had into building our program,” continues Estus, “and then led us to the one coach he was willing to turn it over to.”
“Coach Hawkins has done a great job with the wrestling program,” says Dotson. “I am excited to continue what he started, and with the group of kids we have at CAK, I know with hard work and training, we will be successful. I’m looking forward to also building parent, faculty, and student support, and growing the culture of wrestling at CAK.”
Dotson holds a Bachelor of Music from Virginia State University, and a Master of Church Music from Lee University. He resides in Knoxville where he attends Faith Promise Church, and enjoys coaching wrestling, and playing, teaching and listening to all types of music.
