About us
About
Scorpions™ Wrestling was founded in 1974 by three brothers from Paterson, NJ; Julio, Jamie and Carlos Rodriguez. An affiliate of USA Wrestling, our National Governing Body, Scorpions™ Wrestling School provides athletic training in the sport of wrestling, in the state of New Jersey and works to build interest and grow the sport of wrestling.
VISION
Scorpions™ Wrestling School aims to have its athletes be competitive on a state and national level and ultimately, compete on the World and Olympic stage.
Mission
Scorpions™ Wrestling School, an affiliate of USA Wrestling and driven by World and Olympic dreams, provides wrestlers of all ages and genders the opportunities to reach their highest potential in life and wrestling.
OUR VALUES
Responsibility: We have a responsibility to provide the safest, cleanest and best training, coaching and learning environment for our athletes. In return, our athletes are responsible for training, competing and representing our school with the utmost respect and class. Dedication: We are dedicated to growing the sport of wrestling, continuing our coaching education for our athletes and providing the best training and competitive opportunities. Honesty: Being honest and up front with our parents and athletes about their development. Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable as a coaching staff and school with regards to our actions on and off the wrestling mat. We expect the same from our athletes. Hard Work: We aim to work hard to study and stay current on wrestling trends, in order to provide our athletes with the best opportunity to be successful. We expect our athletes to work hard and give their full attention and effort in training and competitions. Passion: We aim to bring the same passion and love for wrestling, day in and day out. We expect our athletes to bring their passion for learning and competing every day.
Our team
Meet our experienced team members who are very happy to be a part of this wonderful community.
New Jersey Staff
Omar Feliciano
Head Club Coach / Trainer
Head Coach NJ Schoolboy FS / GR National team
Team NJ Fargo Coach
USAWNJ Vice-Chair Kids Division/Cultural Exchange
Director of Scorpions™ International Camps
7 years Head Coach at St. Benedict’s Prep School
20+ years coaching
Diab Naser Diab
Coach / Trainer Jr. Elite Class
30+ years coaching
Gabriel Roman
Coach / Trainer HS Class
High School State Placer, Perth Amboy High School
JUCO National Champion
D3 College All-American
Coach NJ Schoolboy FS/GR Nat’l Team
Coach NJ Fargo Nat’l Teams
Florida Location Staff
Sunlake High School
3023 Sunlake Blvd
Land O Lakes, FL 34638
Jaime Rodriguez
Club Founder
Florida Location Director
Head Club Coach/Trainer Florida Location
Over 40 years coaching experience
Sergio Matos
Coach/Trainer Florida Location
11 years Head Coach Sunlake HS
3x High School State Qual/Placer
Missouri Valley College
20+ years wrestling experience
Anthony Cefolo
2x NJ High School State Champion
Rider University
NCAA Qualifier
Fargo All-American
UWW Cadet All American