Reviews
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Athlete Testimonials
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“Wrestling Mindset taught me that you can train your mind the same way you train your body. Wrestling is more than just having a mindset. You need the tools to strengthen it, that is Wrestling Mindset. Wrestling Mindset helped me to score first and score often.”

Shayne Van Ness
NCAA Finalist
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“Mental toughness is just as important to me as speed, strength, and technique. Many times I have trained as hard as I possibly could and still came up short. I realized I was missing something, which was my mindset training. Ever since then I have been working with Wrestling Mindset to reach my full potential.”

Rocco Welsh
2x NCAA Finalist
2x PA State Champion
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“Wrestling Mindset has helped me consistently compete at a high level without worrying about expectations and other things outside of my control. It has helped me become more aggressive on the mat and more confident off the mat.”

Cam Sontz
3x NJ State Champion
US Open FS Runner-up -
“Wrestling Mindset helped me increase my confidence, stay calm under pressure, grow more mentally tough, and learn how to deal with nerves. I’d recommend Wrestling Mindset training because I believe it can help your confidence and is overall good for you. ”

Cael Nasdeo
Penn State Wrestler
2023 PA AAA State Champion -
“I used to struggle being nervous before big matches. Wrestling Mindset has really helped me by boosting my confidence and settling my nerves. Wrestling Mindset has also taken my wrestling to the next level by helping me stay on the attack with the Predator Mindset.”

Chase Karenbauer
PA State Champion -
"Wrestling Mindset helped me become a much more confident wrestler and completely changed the way I look at competing. It turned wrestling from something that used to feel stressful into something I actually enjoy and look forward to. Wrestling Mindset didn’t just help me improve on the mat it helped me believe in myself and played a big role in helping me become a four time state champion."

Brogan Monty
4x KS State Champion
CSU Pueblo Commit -
Wrestling Mindset helped me become more aggressive and relentless. It helped me create goals for wrestling, school, and life. It helped me have a set routine before every match. Wrestling Mindset is a game changer.

Gannon Beach
2026 JH PJW State Champion -
“ Wrestling Mindset taught me new ways to transform my nerves into an edge for competition. It taught me to always be myself and always be on the hunt.”

Olympian Haley Augello
USA Olympic Wrestler -
“This has made me realize that I need a better mindset for wrestling. We have gone over so many topics and scenarios applied to wrestling and life. It has boosted my confidence. It makes me feel good about myself.”

Rylen Wax
OH JH State Champion -
“Wrestling Mindset has improved my wrestling tremendously. It has helped me to be more calm and relaxed during competition. It also has helped me to stay on the attack and to have a Predator Mindset.”

Tyler Garvin
University of Maryland Wrestler <3x>2022 Fargo Jr Freestyle Champion
2022 MD State Champion -
“I appreciate how this program has helped me improve my mindset and overall thoughts about wrestling and sports as a whole. I would recommend this to all athletes that are looking to improve themselves and their mindset, as well as those who want to fix their overall look at their sport. I think this has helped me tremendously and I can’t wait to get better and do more of this in the future with Wrestling Mindset!”

Chris Ankenman
MO State Champ -
“Wrestling Mindset has helped me be more aggressive and less concerned.”

Haakon Peterson
4x Undefeated WI State Champ
Michigan Commit
US Open Finalist
Parent Testimonials
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"My son, Rally, began working with his mindset coach in the summer of 2025 after struggling with nerves in both practice and competition. His anxiety often became so overwhelming that he would physically freeze during key moments. Through consistent work with his coach, Rally developed practical tools to manage pressure, build confidence, and approach competition with a healthier mindset. The impact has been tremendous—not only has his wrestling performance improved significantly, but more importantly, he now enjoys the sport in a way he never did before."

Rally Zinck
Tulsa 3rd Place
Keystone States 3rd Place
Derek Zinck, Rally's Dad -
"After winning his first Ohio State Wrestling Championship the pressure of repeating caused Nathan some stress and doubt, but after working with Coach Jonah, Nathan was able to focus on his goals and repeat as an Ohio State Champion in 2025 and again for a 3rd time in 2026, his senior year. Nathan is now committed to wrestle for Coach Kolat at the Naval Academy in large part to Coach Jonah and the Wrestling Mindset training program.”

Nathan Attisano
Naval Academy Commit
3x Ohio State Champ
Craig Attisano, Nathan's Father -
“Zack’s mindset coach quickly developed rapport with him. Zack’s sessions with his mindset coach provided him with effective & practical strategies that helped him prepare for his matches.
His coach was more than a coach- he was a mentor & friend to our son.”

Zack Ryder
All American Oklahoma State
World Bronze Medalist; 2X NY State Champ and Runner-Up; Fargo Freestyle Champ 2021
Laura Ryder, Zack's Mom -
“Set aside from the wrestling it also helped him with academics. He used to freak out when he was test taking or had a close grade in the course. Now he does his best. He's wrestling at a high level and all while maintaining a 4.5 GPA.”

Brock Rios
Chattanooga Wrestler
5th Place in CA States
Rick Rios, Brock's Dad -
“Wrestling Mindset helped mold my 3 sons to be the total package. Their mental focus has shown with their improvement on the mat. They have taken a higher responsibility for their efforts in the classroom and participation in growing their faith. For all of this we are grateful for the mentoring into manhood.”

Gavin Drexler
NCAA DI All American
3x State Champ, Cara Drexler - Mother of 3x State Champ Gavin, NCAA Qualifier Jake and 3x State Finalist Manny Drexler -
“Wrestling Mindset offers great mental preparation in sports and life. I’ve noticed a significant increase in my son’s confidence and preparation for practice and matches. It takes a lot off the parent to mentally prep their kid.:”

Shamus Regan
Iowa Commit
2x Prep National Wrestling Champ
Brian Regan, Shamus's Dad -
“ Wrestling Mindset was one of the best investments I have made for Cole in his wrestling career. Training your body is important, however, having the belief that you can step on the mat and beat the guy across from you know matter who is of equal value. Thank you for breaking it down and helping him achieve his goal to repeat as PA State Champ!”

Cole Nye
Former DI Wrestler
2x PA State Champion
Buck Nye, Cole's Dad -
“His composure in matches is easily seen on the mat and he’s learned to relax under pressure. The best part of all is the friendships and positive role models that are now in my son’s life.”

Joe Cangro
Harvard wrestler, NJ High School State Champ, 4x Placer (1st,2nd,3rd,3rd)
Darcia Cangro, Joe's Mom -
“Working with Coach Justin and Wrestling Mindset has had a tremendous impact on my son- both on and off the mat. Wrestling Mindset has gone far beyond improving his performance on the mat- it's helping shape him into a more focused, disciplined, and confident young man in all areas of his life."

Daniel Goodwin
George Mason Commit
IL High School State Finalist
Daniel Goodwin, Daniel's Dad -
“Wrestling Mindset is one of the best investments we’ve ever made in our son’s wrestling, and it is definitely worth every penny. It has truly helped him grow both on and off the mat. His coach has played a big role in his development, especially in the mental aspect of wrestling. I highly recommend this program!”

Noah Nininger
Virginia Tech Wrestler
Deidra Nininger, Noah's Mom -
“Mindset Training has made a huge difference in our son’s development as a wrestler as well as in other key areas of his life like school. Sophomore year was a huge disappointment for my son as he went from placing 6th at states as a Freshman to not placing at all. He just was not wrestling up to his potential. We set him up with Wrestling Mindset the next week. After a year of Mindset training, it was clear that Max was a different person. Confident, calm, and expecting to win. Junior year ended as a PIAA state finalist in a deep bracket, and he fully believes that he will be state champ next year.”

Max Stein
PA High School State Runner-up
Josh Stein, Max's Dad -
“Slater’s mental readiness has transformed him into a world team member! Slater gives a lot of credit to Wrestling Mindset and preparing him for this great honor to represent his country!”

Slater Hicks
California High School State Finalist
2023 15U Tulsa Nationals Champion ; U15 World Team Member
Rett Hicks, Slater's Dad
Team Testimonials
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“Wrestling Mindset did a fantastic job in building confidence and communicating that wrestling is fun, and that we are all grateful for the opportunity to compete.”

Mitch Hancock - Detroit Catholic Central
Head Coach Detroit Central Catholic
Top 40 in the Nation
12 Team State Championships since 2010 -
“Year after year we peak at the right time. Year after year we have an over-performing post season run. Duncan Wrestling spends a lot of time focusing on Mindset work and implementing it in every thing we do. We strongly believe this helps us at the right time. Post season when things are anxiety driven and the stakes are high, our kids stay collected. Wrestling Mindset helps us in our routine, our headspace and our wrestling approach.” ~ Coach Ashton

Duncan Wrestling, OK
Oklahoma States- 4th Place
Oklahoma Dual Team States- 6th Place -
“Going in as underdogs, Wrestling Mindset made the difference in winning an NCAA Championship.”

Steve Costanzo - St. Cloud St.
Head Coach St. Cloud State University, 5x Division II National Champions -
“I know for a fact the impact Wrestling Mindset had on our overall program.”

Terry Steiner
USA National Women's Head Coach -
“Working with Wrestling Mindset we found more focused training throughout the season, better match preparation and performance analysis. We feel that the principles taught in the Wrestling Mindset program can be directly related to success on and off the mat.”

Appalachian State
Coaching Staff -
“Both our team and individual athletes have taken advantage of Mindset training. I sincerely believe that it has been the difference maker in our program.”

Dave Bell - Bergen Catholic
Bergen Catholic Wrestling
#1 Team in NJ 4 Years in a Row! -
“It helps me get to know my athletes better and understand to know how to communicate with them before and after matches and in training. Wrestling Mindset helps me communicate the right message at the right time with my wrestlers.”

Matt Lindland
USA Head Coach Greco National Team -
“We’re having a lot of fun all year long and wrestlers had great belief in themselves and their teammates because of our sessions with Wrestling Mindset”

Scott Goodale - Rutgers
Head Coach Rutgers University
Top 15 NCAA Division I -
“Last year we had a few guys that would freeze up in “big” matches. Our mindset coach helped our wrestlers develop an individual plan to hit the reset button and work through their anxieties during those big matches. Wrestling Mindset helped us get over the mental hump and win the dual team state championship after placing 2nd three times and 3rd twice in the last 8 years.”

Coach Mark Masters - Coal City High School, IL
2024 IL 1A Team Runner-ups
2024 IL State record for falls in season
2023 IL 1A Team State Champs -
“ We know that Wrestling Mindset has had a positive impact on these kids and teams. ”

Brendan Buckley
BTS NYC Director -
“A lot goes into being successful besides just practicing every day. Wrestling Mindset taught our team how to physically and mentally prepare themselves on a daily basis.”

Central Michigan University
Coach Borrelli
7 NCAA Qualifiers
MAC Conference Runner Up
3 NCAA Academic All Americans -
“We won our 13th consecutive state title this season. There is no doubt that the mental toughness that my team had developed was the deciding factor. The information in this program was very easy to follow and the worksheets are exactly what they need.”

Daryl Weber
Christiansburg Academy
NCAA Champion
Former Head Coach



