New Jersey Mat Chat

Middle school state champ and Howell resident Brayden DeJesus chats about his Pan-Am experience, the intricacies of freestyle wrestling and his high school plans. Guest Instagram: @brayden_dejesus_taz

We go to JMPowerU, one of the top strength & conditioning 'dojos' in NJ to learn more about dieting, strenght training, and overall mindset to get to the top of your game.

We have partnered with two of New Jersey’s most accomplished and respected officials for our upcoming special edition episodes. Longtime referees Vinny Russo and Gary Wade will be explaining and clarifying what most wrestlers, parents and yes,…..even coaches, are unsure about. Hear it straight from the source. guest Instagram: @garywade36

Our interview with Lacey super sophomore Killian Coluccio and his coach Justin Bonitatis. Guest Instagram @killian_coluccio @coach165

Howell sophmore Tanner Hodgins discusses his U.S. Open title, relaxing in Costa Rica, and his gameplan to prepare for international competition at the World Championships this summer in Greece.Guest Instagram: @tannerjhodgins ✅ Follow us on... 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/newjerseymatchat 🔊 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FSWGcAZgr6I4IDjDX0i7d?si=c377f97049fc4c6d 🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-jersey-mat-chat/id1813387872

Michael is an accomplished wrestler, concert cellist, and devout Catholic who has achieved remarkable success on and off the mat. We spoke with him and his father Joe about how he has achieved so much in such a short time. Guest Instagram: @eskimo_python

Two hammers from St. Joe's discuss their freshman year with hosts Peter J. Normandia & Doug Johnston. When Johnathon beat Charlie in a wrestle-off for 106, Charlie made the decision to stay and sit out his first post season. The following year Charlie went on to place in states. We discuss the benefits of that decision and the relationship that developed off the mat between two of Jersey's best.Guest Instagram:@johnathanon_mcginty@_charlie.esposito