Mike Zadick, a Montana native started wrestling at the age of 5 under the watchful eye of his father Bob Zadick and his big brother Bill. Wrestling runs deep in the Zadick family. A four-time Montana high school state champion, Mike continued his wrestling pursuits at the University of Iowa. Following college, he pursued an international competitive career that included the U.S. National Team, World Team and Olympic Team. And while Mike brings a silver medal and the prestige of competing in the 2008 Olympic games, he'd tell you that's the least interesting thing about him. These days you can find Mike playing an active role in positively impacting and developing young wrestlers across the country. He's also planting his roots firmer in Augusta - the place where he and his brother Bill competed in their first wrestling match and where they spent most of their family time growing up - by creating Benchmark Wrestling - a future world-class wrestling facility and wellness center in the shadow of the Rocky Mountain Front.
PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO THE BENCHMARK MOVEMENT
Benchmark Wrestling exists because of a unique mix of family legacy, hard work, and a commitment to giving Montana athletes a place to grow. After the passing of Bob Zadick and the sale of the family business, Mike salvaged the Holiday Motors building piece by piece, preserving the steel structure and relocating it to Augusta. That repurposed building will become the home of Benchmark Wrestling and will honor the legacy Bob left behind.
As a non-profit, the facility will serve as a community hub where people of all ages can train, learn, and find inspiration. What began as a vision for a world class, Olympic-quality wrestling center has expanded into something broader—a place where student athletes can build strength, resilience, determination, and mental toughness. Benchmark will bring in Olympic and world-level athletes, coaches, entrepreneurs, and mentors to help shape not just better competitors, but stronger people.
Your donation directly supports construction, equipment, mats, strength spaces, study areas, and the resources needed to bring this project to life. Whether you give at a sponsorship level or choose a small monthly contribution, every bit helps move the facility forward. Any support is appreciated, and every dollar makes a meaningful impact on the future of this community.