The Recreational Wrestling Program helps to build enduring values of excellence, self-confidence, perseverance and discipline in youth.
The program is open to youth grades 1st-8th of all gender and skill levels, welcoming first time beginners to highly skilled wrestlers. All participants are matched to others with similar skills. Experienced coaches offer personalized instruction to nurture talent and motivate children to reach their individual and team goals.
Colts Sports Foundation has a wrestling program for new wrestlers, first and second-year wrestlers, from first to fifth graders, both boys and girls. This includes 6 -year-old first graders to 11-year old fifth graders.
STARTS: November 11th, 2024, finishes February 13th, 2025.
WHEN: Mondays and Wednesday evenings, 5:45 to 6:45 pm
WHERE: Colts Neck High School, wrestling room
Cost: $80 per child
Registration link:
https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/453892
November 11th will be an introductory night. Come see what it is like, registration will still be open.
Please email Carl Sammarco carlsammarco@me.com if questions.
**Advanced Colts Neck Wrestlers can still participate in the Marlboro/Colts Neck combined program.
See Fall 2024 Youth adult programs at https://register.capturepoint.com/reg/login.cfm?cuBHAPrClZwtomy3Erh3n%2B7UqhBPXoxk9V2eh8RZkO%2BWj9UZiY3p8g%3D%3D
Each wrestler will be weighed several times throughout the season. The goal is to assign each wrestler to a weight class that is comfortable for them. The Coaching Staff will not encourage any wrestler to cut weight. We will work with each of the wrestlers at their present weight to ensure that they are competitive at that weight class.
Dual matches will be held Thursdays, at Marlboro Middle School on Route 520. Matches usually run from 6:30 p.m.to 8:30 p.m. During the month of December we will have at least one novice tournament. The bulk of the season takes place in January and February, with many dual matches and tournaments. It's a great way to get exercise and competition during those cold winter months!! Please see the calendar for updates to the schedule.
The Team will attend area NJ Tournaments selected by Coaching Staff, they are not required but offered as an elective opportunity for wrestlers who wish to advance and compete.
Tournaments take place on weekends (wrestlers are matched up by age/weight/experience level)
The CN Wrestling staff are volunteers participating because of their love for the sport. Our goal is to ensure that each wrestler has a good time but also improves his/her skill level and increases his/her physical endurance.
Head Coach Carl S. has been coaching Youth Wrestling for 15+ years, Coach Jonathan G. wrestled competitively from grade school to College Wrestling at Virginia Tech. Coach Ken R. offers expertise in mixed martial arts and strength conditioning, Coach Rich K. wrestled competitively throughout High School.
Referee fees for participation in dual meet ~$5
Wrestlers are responsible for elected Tournament entry fees, ~$25
Practice gear: clean T-shirt, shorts, headgear and wrestling shoes. Mouthpieces can be worn if desired (they are required for wrestlers that have braces) No jewelry, and No clothing with buttons or zippers can be worn.
Wrestlers will be given a CN Team Singlet (on loan with deposit & refund at the end of the season) for dual meets/tournaments.
Registration will cover a 'Warm Up' Team Shirt. The wrestlers will each be responsible for headgear and wrestling shoes.
The Coaches are participating because of their love for the sport. Therefore, we request that each of the wrestlers respect the sport and be prepared to work hard. Our goal is to ensure that each wrestler has a good time but also improves his or her skill level and increases his or her physical endurance. Practices will be held in the Colts Neck High School Wrestling room, every Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday night from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m in December. Starting in January, practice will be Tuesday and Wednesday, with Thursday night reserved for matches. Please be on time and ensure each wrestler has water.
It is important that all wrestlers keep themselves clean during the wrestling season. This is the first step in protecting them from skin problems. Prior to every practice the mats will be sanitized. This will help reduce any risk for skin infections. Wrestlers are required to keep their fingernails trimmed and cover any scratches, cuts, or wounds with a clean dressing. Mandatory skin checks will be conducted during the season. All wrestlers should shower immediately after practice. Using Defense soap is recommend, but regular soap is fine.
With signing of the registration form, participants will be covered by the general liability policy held by the Colts Neck Sports Foundation.
Wrestling is a contact sport: injuries can and do happen, our goal is with good coaching to minimize this risk.
Wrestlers must adhere to 'Sanitation Guidelines' provided by Coaching staff*
The nature of Wrestling is demanding, as a precaution it is recommended that all participants be in good physical shape and bathe after all practices/tournaments.
