Andrew “Odie” Delaney

• Internationally Recognized Professional Mixed Martial Arts Fighter
• NCAA Division 1 All American Wrestler
• 4x NCAA Championships Qualifier
• 4x Southern Conference Champion
• The epitome of The Citadel's "Odie Delaney Most Determined Award"
• Citadel Athletic Hall of Fame
• Law enforcement experience 
• Florida State Champion
• High School All American at Senior Nationals

Odie Delaney has been passionately coaching grappling for over a decade, bringing both a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to shaping athletes who excel on the mats and in life. His coaching philosophy goes beyond building strong grapplers; he’s dedicated to developing individuals of character, resilience, and integrity. Through grappling, No Gi BJJ, and wrestling, Odie instills the values of hard work, perseverance, and mental toughness from day one, empowering each athlete to embrace challenges and grow personally.

Odie’s approach is personalized, recognizing the unique strengths and aspirations of each athlete to craft customized training plans that fuel both their grappling ambitions and their broader life goals. His ultimate aim is to guide them toward achieving their dreams and to equip them with the life skills and discipline that come from grappling—a transformative journey he is honored to lead.

Explore the links below to learn more about Odie's personal journey and professional coaching expertise.