Kekoo's
Legacy
Kekoo Gatta has touched the lives of so many people; his children, his nieces and nephews, and countless young athletes. He dedicated his life to creating space where everyone near him thrived and felt his support.
Saddly, we are forced to say goodbye suddenly to him, and no one quite knows how to do that. His family that extends well beyond his immediate family, including his five incredible kids, are heartbroken and feel the immense weight of losing him. What we know is that he would want us to reflect on the impact he made throughout his life and continue to support what he loved to do: inspire and support the future of kids.
As we celebrate Kekoo's life we ask that in lieu of flowers you consider making a contribution to the 'Gatta Get 'Em on the Mat' Fund held with the Junior Brock Badgers wrestling club. The mission is to empower aspiring athletes with a hunger for success and commitment to cultivating champions through relentless dedication, unwavering discipline and and the pursuit of excellence on and off the mat. The fund help promising young wrestlers with financial support to allow them to commit to their personal and athletic goals.
The 'Gatta Get 'Em on the Mat' Fund was created in celebration of Kekoo's 60th birthday this past February by his family and friends to give back to the sport of wrestling that he dedicated so much of his time to. Wrestling gave Kekoo a safe place to belong and thrive as a kid himself and he worked tirelessly throughout his life to provide that for so many young kids.
Nominate an
Athlete
We invite you to nominate an outstanding wrestler from your team for the Gotta Get ’Em on the Mat Scholarship. This scholarship recognizes student-athletes with financial need who demonstrate not only skill and dedication on the mat, but also strong character, leadership, and commitment to their academics.
Join us as a
Sponsor
Kekoo envisioned this fund providing not only financial aid but mentorship opportunities for youth as they continue to grow on and off the mat. Sponsoring a Badger provides access to the sport of wrestling, fostering a sense of belonging and achievement for young athletes, and provides meaningful guidance as they pursue their athletic and personal goals.
Apply for
Financial Aid
The Brock Jr. Badgers Wrestling program is committed to making our sport accessible to all youth. We understand that financial circumstances vary, and we offer financial aid to ensure every athlete has the opportunity to participate. Support will be provided through the The 'Gatta Get 'Em on the Mat' Fund.