Nathaniel Augustson
HEAD COACH
Nathaniel Augustson is a distinguished wrestling coach and former NCAA Division I athlete with an impressive track record of success. As the founder of 505 Wrestling Club, he has established himself as one of New Mexico's premier wrestling coaches, consistently producing state champions and national-level competitors. His extensive experience spans from high school to international competition, including Olympic Trials and World Team events.
"COACH AUGUSTSON'S DEDICATION TO WRESTLING EXCELLENCE HAS SHAPED GENERATIONS OF ATHLETES, FROM STATE CHAMPIONS TO INTERNATIONAL COMPETITORS."
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Coach Augustson has developed a comprehensive approach to wrestling that combines technical expertise with mental preparation. His leadership has guided numerous athletes to success at the state, national, and international levels, including multiple Fargo All-Americans and Olympic Trials qualifiers. His commitment to developing both male and female wrestlers has made 505 Wrestling Club a powerhouse in New Mexico wrestling.
- 2026 NMAA HS State: 7 State Champs, 6 Runner-ups, 2 3rds, 6 4ths, 2 5ths, 3 6ths
- 2025 Four Fargo All-Americans & a National Champion. 1 16U Girls FS, 1 JR FS, 2 JR GR (1 National Champ)
- 2025 NMAA HS State: 6 State Champs, 6 Runner-ups, 5 3rds, 9 4th-6th
- 2024 Olympic Trials & World Team Trials (Qualified & Cornered 2 Athletes)
- 2024 Two Fargo All-Americans Junior
- 2023 Three Fargo All-Americans 16U
- 2022 U20 World Championships Staff Member
- 2020 US Olympic Trials (Coached Brandon Mueller)
- 2011-15 Rio Rancho HS Assistant Coach: 2 State Championships
- 2006-09 Embry-Riddle University Assistant Coach: '07 National Runner-ups, 13 All-Americans over three years.
- 4x Masters US Open National Champion (2017-2019, 2024)
- NCAA Division I Wrestler, 2yrs Varsity The Ohio State University
- 2x U23 Greco-Roman All-American
- 2x U20 Greco-Roman All-American
- 2x NAIA All-American, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
- NHSCA Senior All-American
- Fargo Freestyle All-American
- 2001 New Mexico State Champion, Rio Rancho HS
