New Jersey Mat Chat

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064: Gabe & Roman Onorato

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/26

Is Division II college wrestling one of the best-kept secrets in the sport?Former Drexel wrestler and Glenville State assistant coach Gabe Onorato joins his younger brother Roman Onorato, a Glenville State wrestler, to explain why more New Jersey wrestlers should consider the Division II route.If you're a high school wrestler or parent navigating the recruiting process, this episode is packed with valuable insight.We discuss:🔥 What makes Glenville State one of the fastest-rising Division II

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26:21

063: Tristan Rosemeyer

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/22

He's been one match away from the podium two years in a row. Now, Tristan Rosemeyer is determined to break through.Lower Cape May standout Tristan Rosemeyer joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about his wrestling journey, the mindset it takes to compete in New Jersey, and why he believes his biggest jump is still ahead.In this episode, Tristan discusses:🔥 Why he transferred to Lower Cape May🔥 Growing up at Orchard Wrestling Club🔥 His freshman and sophomore runs to the state tournament blood round🔥

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47:53

062: Pat Lynch

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/19

Long before national rankings and social media, there was Pat Lynch.Known for his relentless style and unwavering confidence, Pat Lynch became one of the most dominant wrestlers New Jersey has ever produced.A 2-time New Jersey State Champion, NCAA All-American at Arizona State, and one of the most respected names in NJ wrestling history, Pat joins New Jersey Mat Chat to tell the stories behind one of the sport's legendary careers.In this episode, Pat discusses:🔥 Growing up in Millville before

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48:22

061: Evan Tallmadge

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/15

From Fargo champion to New Jersey state champion to Division I wrestling at Pitt, Evan Tallmadge's journey has been anything but ordinary.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, former Brick Memorial standout Evan Tallmadge shares his path through New Jersey wrestling, his time at the Naval Academy, his decision to transfer to Pitt, and how his faith has transformed both his wrestling career and his life.In this conversation, Evan discusses:🏆 Winning a Fargo National Championship🏆 Capturing two

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59:07

060: Joe Melchiore

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/12

Before there was social media, there was Joe Melchiore.Long before today's national rankings and viral highlights, Joe Melchiore became one of the most feared wrestlers New Jersey had ever produced.A 3-time New Jersey State Champion, South Jersey's first 100-match winner, 4-time NCAA All-American, and NCAA finalist under Dan Gable at Iowa, Joe's career helped define an era of New Jersey wrestling.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Joe shares incredible stories from one of the greatest wrestling

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23:38

059: Noah Hernandez

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/08

Most wrestlers would've shut it down. Noah Hernandez kept competing.Seton Hall Prep standout Noah Hernandez joins New Jersey Mat Chat to share the story of wrestling through a torn elbow during the postseason, winning a district title, finishing as a regional runner-up, and earning a trip to the New Jersey State Championships.In this episode, Noah talks about:🔥 Why he chose Seton Hall Prep over other powerhouse programs🔥 How a reclass year transformed his wrestling career🔥 Training with Ruthless

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56:43

058: Roundtable

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/05

What really happens between coaches and officials during a wrestling match?For the first-ever New Jersey Mat Chat Coaches Roundtable, veteran wrestling official Gary Wade sits down with two of South Jersey's most respected coaches — Mike Ahern (Audubon) and Mike Lamb (Haddonfield) — for an honest conversation about the relationship between coaches and referees.Nothing is off limits.They discuss:🔥 Why coaches get so emotional during matches🔥 How officials are trained in New Jersey🔥 What officials

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41:02

057: Jimmy Lawson

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/07/05

From discovering wrestling in 8th grade to becoming a 3-time New Jersey State Champion, a Penn State All-American, a Division I football player, and eventually training alongside Daniel Cormier, Cain Velasquez, David Taylor, and Bo Nickal, Jimmy's story is one of the most unique in NJ wrestling history.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Jimmy discusses:🔥 Growing up in Manchester Wrestling🔥 Winning three NJ State Championships at heavyweight🔥 Why he chose Manchester over powerhouse private

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59:10

056: Jim Rutter

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/28

This is one of the most passionate conversations we've ever had on New Jersey Mat Chat.Gateway Wrestling head coach Jim Rutter shares the incredible story of how he built a wrestling program, overcame unimaginable family tragedy, and dedicated his life to mentoring generations of wrestlers in South Jersey.But this episode goes far beyond one coach's story.Coach Rutter gives his honest opinions on some of the biggest topics in New Jersey wrestling today, including:🔥 Building Gateway Wrestling from

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29:46

055: Tyler Going

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/24

Tyler Going's story is one every New Jersey wrestler can relate to.He wasn't the youth phenom.He wasn't the kid winning everything growing up.In fact, he lost a wrestle-off as a freshman and spent years watching teammates achieve goals he wanted for himself.But through consistency, offseason work, and a love for the sport, Tyler transformed himself into a New Jersey State Placewinner for Howell.In this episode, Tyler talks about:🔥 Growing up in a Howell wrestling family🔥 Losing a wrestle-off as a

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34:43

054: Kurt DeWoody

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/21

A state title. Four state placers. A state champion. Not a bad first year.New Delsea head coach Kurt DeWoody joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about taking over one of New Jersey's most successful wrestling programs and navigating the pressure that comes with it.In this episode, Coach DeWoody discusses:🔥 Winning a state championship in his first season as head coach🔥 Learning from Mike Barikian at Kingsway🔥 Returning home to Delsea Wrestling🔥 Building championship culture🔥 Why tough schedules

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25:07

053: Bobby Duffy

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/17

One year he was leaving Atlantic City disappointed. The next year he was standing on top of the podium.CBA standout and Iowa commit Bobby Duffy joins New Jersey Mat Chat to break down the journey that led him from heartbreak at the New Jersey State Championships to becoming a New Jersey State Champion.In this episode, Bobby discusses:🔥 Missing the podium as a freshman🔥 The mindset shift that changed his wrestling career🔥 Placing at Fargo and gaining national confidence🔥 Why CBA was the right fit

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34:03

052: Mark Grey

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/14

Few people in New Jersey wrestling have lived as many sides of the sport as Mark Grey.From becoming the first-ever 4-time Beast of the East Champion, to wrestling at Blair Academy, competing internationally, wrestling at Cornell, fighting professionally in MMA, and now leading Toms River East Wrestling, Mark Grey has seen it all.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, we dive into:🔥 Why he chose Blair over Delbarton🔥 Wrestling under legendary coach Jeff Buxton🔥 Life at Cornell and competing on

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24:22

051: Sal Marchese

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/10

Four straight group titles. A top-ranked Delsea team. And now, Division I wrestling at Drexel.Delsea standout Sal Marchese joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about one of the most successful eras in South Jersey wrestling and what comes next as he prepares for college wrestling.In this episode, Sal discusses:🔥 Delsea's fifth straight group championship🔥 Why his freshman team was the best Delsea team he's seen🔥 The culture that built a South Jersey powerhouse🔥 Training at Seagull Wrestling Club🔥

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31:58

050: Gene Zannetti

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/07

What separates a New Jersey state champion from everyone else?According to Gene Zannetti, it isn't always technique, strength, or conditioning.It's mindset.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Gene Zannetti of Wrestling Mindset joins us at Shore Thing Wrestling Club for a deep conversation about confidence, discipline, pressure, mental toughness, and what it really takes to maximize your potential on the mat.We discuss:🔥 Growing up wrestling in New Jersey🔥 Wrestling at Rutgers and Penn🔥

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049: Teddy Sims

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/06/03

Two years ago, Teddy Sims wasn't placing at tournaments. Today, he's one of South Jersey's top young wrestlers.In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Teddy talks about his journey from struggling as a beginner to becoming a South Jersey Wrestling League finalist and one of the most dedicated young wrestlers in the region.We cover:🔥 Winning the South Jersey Wrestling League🔥 Competing at Super 32 and Virginia Beach Nationals🔥 Choosing between Shawnee and Camden Catholic🔥 Why nutrition completely

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30:39

048: John Van Brill

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/05/31

One of South Jersey wrestling’s most respected club coaches joins New Jersey Mat Chat.John Van Brill sits down to talk about: • Growing up at Clearview • Wrestling at Rutgers • How J-Rob camp changed his life • Why South Jersey wrestling has fallen behind • The politics of offseason wrestling in NJ • Building Seagull Wrestling Club into a powerhouse • Why mindset, culture & community matter more than anythingThis episode dives deep into:🔥 NJ wrestling culture🔥 South Jersey vs North Jersey🔥

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17:47

047: Jonas Lusker

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/05/27

One of New Jersey’s top freshman wrestlers just gave a glimpse into the future.Southern Regional standout Jonas Lusker joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about: • Wrestling in one of NJ’s toughest rooms • Winning districts & regions as a freshman • Placing 4th in New Jersey • The pressure of wrestling at Southern • Weight cutting, mindset & mental health • Southern vs Howell • Freestyle, Super 32 & national-level goalsJonas also opens up about anxiety, confidence, discipline, and the

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55:06

046: Michael Barikian

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/05/24

This is one of the deepest wrestling conversations we’ve had yet.Kingsway head coach Mike Barikian joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about: • Growing up in South Jersey wrestling • Finishing 4th in the state • Wrestling at Navy • Leadership lessons from the Marine Corps • Building Kingsway into a powerhouse • Why culture matters more than talent • The REAL problems with NJ wrestling todayCoach Barikian also gives one of the most honest breakdowns yet on:🔥 PowerPoints🔥 Public vs Private debate🔥

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21:26

045: Owen Boyle

New Jersey Mat Chat ·

2026/05/20

“I hated wrestling for two years.”Lenape standout Owen Boyle joins New Jersey Mat Chat for one of the most honest conversations yet — opening up about burnout, confidence, weight cuts, and eventually learning how to enjoy wrestling again.In this episode, Owen talks about: • Feeling unfulfilled despite success • Why he wishes he trained in tougher rooms earlier • The mental side of wrestling • Creekside Wrestling & Immortals • Choosing Elizabethtown College • Family support and wrestling culture

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