Coach Mike Ahern joins New Jersey Mat Chat for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had yet.

From wrestling under legendary coach Gary Papa at Paul VI… to coaching state champions… to stepping away from wrestling after personal tragedy… Coach Ahern opens up about everything that shaped him. This episode covers:

• Old-school South Jersey wrestling culture

• Coaching legends like Mark Manchio

• Building Audubon into a sectional champion

• Mental health, anxiety & loss

• Wrestling’s evolution over the decades

• The transfer portal mentality hitting high school sports

• Why relationships matter more than wins

This isn’t just a wrestling episode.

It’s a conversation about life, purpose, toughness, and finding your way back.

🤼‍♂️ South Jersey Wrestling

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