New Jersey Mat Chat

The #1 video podcast and content provider for New Jersey high school wrestling. Up close, in depth and uncensored.

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  Episode #71

  071: Julius Feliciano

  Aug 19, 202618 minS2

  Fourth in New Jersey as a freshman. Now Julius Feliciano wants the top of the podium. Toms River East standout Julius Feliciano joins New Jersey Mat Chat after an incredible freshman season that ended with a 4th-place finish at the New Jersey State Championships in Atlantic City. And he's nowhere near satisfied. Julius takes us through his journey from discovering wrestling because of **WWE at seven years old to becoming one of New Jersey's top young high school wrestlers. We get into: How watching WWE accidentally introduced him to wrestling Why he chose Toms River East and Coach Mark Grey Training at Top Dog, Dragon and Shore Thing ⚔️ Starting his high school career against elite competition His run through districts and regions Walking into Atlantic City for the first time Placing 4th in New Jersey as a freshman What he believes he needs to improve to WIN a state title Winning his match at the NJ Wrestling Showcase ⚖️ Moving toward 126 pounds for the upcoming season Toms River East's goal of winning a Group 4 State Championship His relentless offseason training schedule Why he's interested in adding Greco to his game ❤️ The family members and coaches behind his success His simple advice to nervous incoming freshmen: Have fun. Julius brings plenty of personality, but underneath it is a wrestler with huge expectations for himself. He reached the podium in Atlantic City during his first high school season. Now the question is: How high can he climb? Guest: Julius Feliciano Toms River High School East 4th Place — NJ State Championships Next Goal: NJ State Champion Subscribe to New Jersey Mat Chat for conversations with the wrestlers, coaches and legends shaping New Jersey high school wrestling. ••Premier Sports Nutrition - Champion Athletes - https://champion-athletes.com 00:00 Champion Athletes Nutrition 01:25 Meet Toms River East’s Julius Feliciano 02:17 How WWE Got Him Into Wrestling 03:08 Reclassing & Choosing Toms River East 04:12 Training at Top Dog, Dragon & Shore Thing 05:43 Entering High School With State Title Expectations 06:50 Starting His Freshman Season Against Shiloh 08:15 Inside the Toms River East Wrestling Room 08:57 Districts, Regions & the Road to Atlantic City 09:32 His First Experience at the NJ State Championships 10:43 Placing 4th in NJ as a Freshman 11:20 What He Needs to Become a State Champion 11:52 Winning at the NJ Wrestling Showcase 12:31 Looking Ahead to 126 Pounds 13:26 Toms River East’s Group 4 Championship Goals 14:49 His Insane Offseason Training Schedule 15:43 Freestyle, Greco & Expanding His Wrestling 16:35 The Family Behind His Success 17:20 His Advice to Incoming Freshmen: Have Fun 17:52 New Jersey Mat Chat Outro

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  Episode #70

  070: Adam Derengowski

  Aug 16, 202656 minS2

  Adam Derengowski went 0–8 as a freshman and was pinned in every match. Four years later, he was a New Jersey State Champion. And that was only the beginning. In this episode of the New Jersey Mat Chat Legends Series, former Paul VI standout and Rider NCAA All-American Adam Derengowski tells the incredible story of how hard work, dedication and persistence transformed his wrestling career. Adam didn't start wrestling until his freshman year of high school. After going winless his first season and then losing in the first round of districts as a junior, he made a decision: go all-in. One year later, he found himself wrestling two-time defending state champion Dave Boncher for a New Jersey State Championship. We get into: Going 0–8 and getting pinned eight times as a freshman The district loss that completely changed his mentality How Vision Quest became part of his own wrestling journey His incredible run to a New Jersey State Championship ⚔️ Taking down two-time champion Dave Boncher Developing the tilt system that became his trademark How Temple dropping wrestling unexpectedly led him to Rider Becoming an NCAA All-American at Rider Training with two-time NCAA Champion Jack Cuvo Entering the legendary Foxcatcher wrestling room Competing internationally in freestyle ️ Getting hired by Iowa State immediately after college Why hard work, dedication and persistence remain his three pillars for success His choice for the greatest NJ high school wrestler of all time The one thing he would change about New Jersey wrestling today Adam's story is proof that where you start has very little to do with where you can finish. For New Jersey wrestling fans, this episode is also a trip through some incredible NJ wrestling history—from Paul VI and the old district system to Rider, Foxcatcher, Iowa State and the NCAA Championships. Guest: Adam Derengowski New Jersey State Champion — Paul VI NCAA All-American — Rider Former Assistant Coach — Iowa State & Cornell ••Premier Sports Nutrition - Champion Athletes - https://champion-athletes.com 00:00 Champion Athletes Nutrition 01:22 Meet NJ Wrestling Legend Adam Derengowski 03:01 The “Wanted” Poster That Started His Wrestling Career 03:51 Going 0–8 as a Freshman 06:15 The District Loss That Changed Everything 08:59 Why Wrestling Became His Sport 11:52 The Vision Quest Begins 13:29 Facing 2X State Champion Dave Boncher 15:35 Dominating His Senior Season 17:49 The Incredible Run to the State Finals 20:00 Taking Down Dave Boncher for the NJ State Title 23:43 Life After Becoming a State Champion 26:07 Becoming a Tilting Machine 27:16 College Recruiting & Temple Dropping Wrestling 29:20 How He Ended Up at Rider 31:04 Preparing for Division I Wrestling 32:07 Getting Beat Out as a College Freshman 32:52 Breaking Through at Rider 34:52 One Year Left — Another Vision Quest 36:40 Training at the Legendary Foxcatcher 38:21 Entering His Senior Year Ranked #2 40:51 The Run to NCAA All-American 43:42 State Champion vs. NCAA All-American 44:08 Getting the Call From Iowa State 47:06 Coaching at Cornell & Leaving College Coaching 49:39 Staying Connected to NJ Wrestling 50:20 How Wrestling Has Evolved 51:09 Hard Work, Dedication & Persistence 52:13 Why None of His Kids Wrestled 53:43 The Greatest NJ Wrestler Ever? 54:45 What He Would Change About NJ Wrestling 55:47 New Jersey Mat Chat Outro

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  New Jersey Mat Chat

  069: John Fenuto

  Aug 12, 202614 min

  John Fenuto has already been one match away from the podium in Atlantic City. Now his mindset for next season is simple: PLACE OR BUST. West Deptford standout and Northeast Regional Champion John Fenuto joins New Jersey Mat Chat to talk about his rise through the New Jersey wrestling scene, his run to the blood round at States, and what comes next. After starting wrestling at six years old, John eventually went all-in on the sport, training at rooms like Lamb Training and Seagull Wrestling Club while developing into one of South Jersey's talented young lightweights. In this episode, John talks about: Winning the Northeast Regional Championship Reaching the blood round at the NJ State Championships What it's really like stepping onto the mats in Atlantic City Why he prefers folkstyle but loves competing in freestyle Training at Seagull Wrestling Club Why getting more aggressive on his feet is his biggest focus The culture inside West Deptford Wrestling His goals of becoming a district champ, region champ and state placer His dream of wrestling at the Division I level Why young wrestlers need consistency and extra work to separate themselves John also talks about dealing with losses, the coaches and training partners who've helped him develop, and why his first experience wrestling at States only made him hungrier to get back. He's already been to the blood round. Now he wants the podium. Guest: John Fenuto West Deptford Wrestling Northeast Regional Champion NJ State Blood Round Subscribe to New Jersey Mat Chat for conversations with the wrestlers, coaches and legends shaping New Jersey high school wrestling. ••Premier Sports Nutrition - Champion Athletes - https://champion-athletes.com 00:00 Champion Athletes Nutrition 01:22 Meet West Deptford’s John Fenuto 01:39 Winning the Northeast Regional Championship 02:15 Freestyle vs. Folkstyle 02:32 How John Got Started in Wrestling 02:47 Going All-In on Wrestling 03:20 His Biggest Wrestling Influences 03:56 Entering High School at Just 90 Pounds 04:44 Injury, Offseason Training & His Sophomore Breakthrough 05:21 First Experience Wrestling in Atlantic City 05:41 The Match He Wants Back 06:22 “Place or Bust” — Goals for Junior Year 06:45 What Makes the NJ State Tournament Special 07:25 His Northeast Regional Championship Run 08:29 Life Outside Wrestling & His Wrestling Style 09:07 Inside John’s Training Schedule 09:45 West Deptford Wrestling Culture 10:36 What He Needs to Improve Next 11:25 The Legacy He Wants to Leave 11:50 College Wrestling Goals 12:14 Advice for Young Wrestlers 12:33 The People Behind His Success 13:06 Outro

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  Episode #68

  068: Mark Manchio

  Aug 9, 202646 minS2

  Few wrestlers in New Jersey history competed with more confidence than Mark Manchio. A 4-time New Jersey State Finalist, 3-time State Champion, Beast of the East champion, and Division I wrestler at Northern Iowa, Mark built a reputation as one of the most exciting—and polarizing—wrestlers of his era. In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat Legends Edition, Mark opens up about his legendary career, his unforgettable rivalry with Joe Alexander, and why he believes wrestling—and South Jersey wrestling in particular—has changed dramatically. In this episode: Growing up at Sterling and Team Renegade The rivalry with Joe Alexander that fueled his career Why losing his first state final became his greatest motivation Winning three New Jersey State Championships Dominating the Beast of the East Tournament Choosing Northern Iowa over other Division I programs The honest story of why his college wrestling career ended early Coaching in South Jersey and why he believes the region has fallen behind Naming Damien Hahn as New Jersey's greatest high school wrestler ⚔️ Why he believes the wrestlers of the '80s and '90s were mentally tougher than today's generation Mark also shares stories about legendary coach Mike Ahern, Team Renegade, his experiences at Northern Iowa, and his unfiltered thoughts on the evolution of New Jersey wrestling. Whether you watched Mark compete or are discovering his story for the first time, this is an honest look at one of the most memorable personalities the sport has produced. Guest: Mark Manchio 3× New Jersey State Champion 4× New Jersey State Finalist University of Northern Iowa Wrestling Subscribe to New Jersey Mat Chat for conversations with the athletes, coaches, and legends who built New Jersey wrestling. ••Premier Sports Nutrition - Champion Athletes - https://champion-athletes.com 00:00 Champion Athletes Nutrition Sponsor 01:25 Meet NJ Wrestling Legend Mark Manchio 03:42 Team Renegade & Becoming an Elite Wrestler 06:34 Choosing Sterling Over Camden Catholic 10:24 High School Antics & Coach Mike Ahern 11:12 The Joe Alexander Rivalry 18:20 Losing the State Finals as a Freshman 20:33 Chasing Revenge & Winning Three State Titles 22:18 Beast of the East Domination 23:51 Recruiting & Choosing Northern Iowa 27:31 Why His College Career Ended Early 31:38 Coaching Wrestling & Why South Jersey Has Fallen Behind 36:38 Sterling Wrestling, Legacy & The Hall of Fame 40:00 Who Is NJ's Greatest Wrestler Ever? 40:57 Could the Legends Beat Today's Wrestlers? 45:31 Final Thoughts

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  Episode #67

  067: Eli Glover

  Aug 5, 202616 minS2

  One decision changed the course of Eli Glover's wrestling career. After struggling in middle school, Lower Cape May standout Eli Glover made the difficult decision to reclass. That extra year of development gave him the confidence and experience to become one of South Jersey's rising wrestlers. In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Eli discusses: Why reclassing completely changed his wrestling career Choosing Lower Cape May over other programs The culture inside one of South Jersey's toughest wrestling rooms Lower Cape May's run to the Team State Finals ⚖️ The challenges of cutting from 160 to 132 pounds His first trip to the New Jersey State Championships Building confidence through training instead of fear Why Orchard Wrestling Club has been such a big part of his development Eli also shares his goals of standing on the podium in Atlantic City, what makes Lower Cape May's practices different, and why he believes this year's team can make another championship run. If you're a fan of New Jersey high school wrestling, this episode is packed with insight from one of South Jersey's fastest-rising wrestlers. Guest: Eli Glover Lower Cape May Regional High School Orchard Wrestling Club Subscribe to New Jersey Mat Chat for weekly conversations with the athletes, coaches, and legends shaping New Jersey wrestling. ••Premier Sports Nutrition - Champion Athletes - https://champion-athletes.com 00:00 Champion Athletes Nutrition Sponsor 01:22 Meet Lower Cape May's Eli Glover 01:40 Getting Started in Wrestling 02:26 Moving South & Finding Wrestling Clubs 03:09 Why Reclassing Changed Everything 04:27 His Funky Wrestling Style 04:42 Choosing Lower Cape May Over Ocean City 05:39 Inside Lower Cape May Wrestling 06:26 Team State Finals Run 07:11 Freshman Year Adjustments & Weight Cutting 08:32 Confidence, Freestyle & Wrestling Style 11:25 Atlantic City & State Tournament Experience 12:17 Knicks Basketball & Shark Bait Drills 13:42 Goals for Next Season 14:33 Orchard Wrestling Club & Coach Jimmy Garrett 15:28 Final Thoughts

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