August 26, 2025 – Topeka, KS/Kasson MN – Yes! Athletics, the first company to design wrestling shoes built specifically for female athletes, is proud to announce a sponsorship agreement with Kratos Wrestling Academy, the first women-only wrestling club in the state of Minnesota.
Founded with a mission to empower young women through the discipline of wrestling, Kratos Wrestling Academy provides elite coaching, fosters a culture of resilience, and creates a sisterhood built on strength, confidence, and character. The club’s vision is to develop not only dominant athletes, but also influential leaders—both on and off the mat.
“Yes! Athletics was built on the belief that girls in wrestling deserve gear and support made just for them,” said Deb North, Founder & CEO of Yes! Athletics. “Partnering with Kratos Wrestling Academy is a natural fit for us, because we share the same mission: giving young women the confidence, community, and tools to thrive in a sport that has historically overlooked them.”
Through this partnership, Kratos athletes will have access to Yes! Athletics’ innovative line of women’s wrestling shoes and apparel is designed to provide both performance and style for female competitors. Together, the two organizations aim to elevate further the growth of women’s wrestling in Minnesota and beyond.
“Kratos is more than a wrestling academy—it’s a movement,” said Albert Brand, founder. “Yes! Athletics’ commitment to girls in wrestling mirrors our own, and this sponsorship is about more than shoes—it’s about building the future of women’s wrestling.”
The sponsorship represents a significant step forward in supporting the continued expansion of women’s wrestling, one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States.
For more information about Yes! Athletics, visit www.yesathleticsusa.com. To learn more about Kratos Wrestling Academy, visit https://www.kratoswrestlingacademy.com/ or social link].