Salisbury, MD. There was a small group that decided to do the MAWA’s this year but with great wrestling parents and motivated kids it hard not to go watch them in great competition. Congratulations to Matt Henrich, Alex Nini and Jordan Rugo on finishing with All American Status. Matt 1st, Alex 3rd, Jordan 8th

Matt Henrich dominated his weight as he has done all year. Finished 1st in SJWA State Championships, 2nd USAW-NJ State Championships, 1st War at the Shore, 2nd Ohio Tournament of Champions and now 1st MAWA Eastern National Championships. Record 99-4 on this season. Amazing!!!

Alex Nini worked his way through the wrestleback for a true 3rd. Losing a tough fought first round 1-0 with questionable calls he worked through the adversity round by round winning a consi final 1-0. Tough matches every match. Like Matt, Alex has an amazing season as well finished 2nd SJWA State Championships, 4th USAW State Championships, 6-2 at War at the Shore, 2nd Ohio Tournament of Champions and now 3rd MAWA Eastern National Championships. Impressive!!!

Jordan Rugo, Allentown HS (Not Pictured) finished 8th and is working his way up the ranks. He wrestled a great weekend and I think eventually we will revert back to this weekend as when he turned the corner. He showed moments of greatness, he lost an overtime match to the kid who finish 5th so I know he’s making great progress but needs to minimize the mistakes to compete better in the Championship rounds and live his full potential. I look forward to helping.  Progress!!!

Another I want to mention, or shall I call it my honorable mention is Chris Weitz, Allentown HS, Chris didnt place but wrestle tough and demonstrated #EliteStrong at its best and great advancements in his game and ability to compete at this higher level. His no quit attitude, unbreakable conditioning and motivation is a pleasure to work with and I look forward to working towards his wrestling goals

Thank you to the Elite parents for the Gift card and making the weekend so enjoyable.

 Thank you for interest and visiting Elite online, My name is Steve Rivera and I am owner and head trainer at Elite Wrestling NJ. With a solid history of winning, creating & training some of the best New Jersey Wrestlers I am confident our program is what you are looking for.

SACRIFICE, DISCIPLINE, PRIDE & FAMILY is a creed that I push to my wrestlers for mat performance and life performance. Wrestling is a great life lesson tool and we use every bit of that to instill these values for life.

Our Spring Session is open and we are taking registrations at both locations. This session will run straight through July. Register at any practice night, no appointment, just show up ready to wrestle. All Ages and Skillsets, Beginner to Advanced, we have the coaching and guidance your wrestler needs to progress and be at his/her best. Be sure to bring extra T-Shirt, Drink & Energy Bar if you eat em.

Elite Wrestling – Jackson registration is now open at all practices, no change in days nor times. See you Tuesday and Thursday, Split Sessions 5:30 1st-7th Grade & 7:00 8th-12th Grade. Session runs April through July. Coaching assisted by Blaine and Matt (See Staff)

Elite Wrestling – Hamilton is now accepting registration for Monday night practices. April through July. Split Sessions 6:00-7:30 1st – 8th Grade and 7:30-9:00 9th – 12th Grade. Going into the Fall Session we plan to add another practice day. Coaching assisted by Joe and Matt (See Staff)

For the Spring Season we will take time at each practice teaching and wrestling Freestyle & Greco. We will also take a day or two with special guests for brief introduction of Catch, Submission and Grappling disciplines of wrestling. The techniques are relative, the cross training is good for wrestling development and keeps things fresh.

All of Next Week Elite Wrestling Jackson & Hamilton will be having OPEN HOUSE practice to allow for new and curious wrestlers to check out what we do here at Elite Wrestling. In Hamilton we are practicing Monday 03/25 at 7:00 All Ages and in Jackson on 03/26 & 03/28 5:30 (1-7th Gr) & 7:00 (8th-12Gr).

To hope and dream is motivations, To Believe is to be willing to do the work so the Dream is within reach. Elite Wrestling Build Champions at All Levels the question is are you willing to do the work to be a Champion?

I am a big believer in positive mental thinking and encouraging critism. Throughout my career I was always around coaches who tended to me in that manner. Today as a trainer I keep that same approach with my own flair. Winning a State Title and a National Title myself, and over the years have trained state, national and world title athletes,  I am certain of what it takes to be the best.

Elite Wrestling has created wrestling rooms with climate control systems and I am assisted by graduated college wrestlers to create a tougher training environment so at match time we are more than prepared, mentally & physically.

Elite Wrestling has proven it is more than wrestling training, We like to say “Elite for Life”, which is a lifestyle mentality of Sacrifice, Discipline, Pride & Family. These values tend to aid parents in the process of developing responsible and driven young men.

Hope to see you on the mats one of the OPEN HOUSE NIGHTS this week. If you cant make it, we will be there weekly thereafter. Spring Registration starts April 1st in Hamilton and April 4th in Jackson.

ATTENTION EXISTING & POTENTIAL NEW ELITE WRESTLERS

I know many of you are anxious, others are considering getting back to the mats so just do it. We are still here working hard as we always do getting reading for the post-season tournament season. NHSCA Nationals (Fr, So, Jr, Sr), FS/GR Fargo, FloNational and Team Duals are all post season tournaments you should be involved in.

Elite Wrestling is twelve months a year wrestling training (novice to advance wrestlers) with a strong emphassis of on performance. We Build Champions ON and OFF the Mat. Always open, Always there for your Wrestler, As we call it here “EliteForLife”

Remember… Everyone gets free trail night prior to registration.

*Elite - Jackson Tues and/or Thurs at 5:30 (1-7 grade) or 7:00 (8-12+ grade)
263 Jackson Pines Rd. Jackson NJ

**Elite – Hamilton Mon 7:00-8:30 All Grades
670 Route 33. Hamilton, NJ

*We are at end of Fall session0 2012 (March 28), New session Spring 2013 begins (April 4th). For remainder of March we can work out nightly mat Fee or Pro-Rated Month Rate til next session begins.

If you have questions you can reach me at the number or email listed below.

Hamilton, NJ – We are psyched to announce the opening of Elite Wrestling in Mercer County, specifically in Gametime Performance 670 Route 33. Hamilton, NJ 08691, next to Staples.

We had great success after breaking ground in Mercer a couple years ago, now I am back with a great support staff which will aid me in my procss of Building Champions for years to come.

Local Teacher and one of the original Elite Wrestlers, Joe Pollard (Middle Weight) has been added to the Elite Staff in Hamilton. Joe bring a wealth of technique and coaching experience to the mat. Know most recently for his coaching at TCNJ and Rutgers Wrestling. Joe will remain the assistant at RU but will moonlight in the evening for Elite Wrestling. We are excited to have him on board.

Also supporting the Hamilton location will be Matt Pletcher (Upper Weight) who is currently assisting me in Jackson and now will expand his Elite Wrestling impact into the Hamilton location. Matt is a graduate and four year wrestler for RU, He won over a 100 matches and was captain of the team senior year. This kids an wrestling and workout animal, get ready to get Pletcherized!!

We have already seen the Elite impact in that area from the short stint we did last time. I am anxious to get back to the area and continue to grow the Elite family.

Registration information is on the TUITION page.