Two years ago, Teddy Sims wasn't placing at tournaments. Today, he's one of South Jersey's top young wrestlers.
In this episode of New Jersey Mat Chat, Teddy talks about his journey from struggling as a beginner to becoming a South Jersey Wrestling League finalist and one of the most dedicated young wrestlers in the region.
We cover:
🔥 Winning the South Jersey Wrestling League
🔥 Competing at Super 32 and Virginia Beach Nationals
🔥 Choosing between Shawnee and Camden Catholic
🔥 Why nutrition completely changed his wrestling
🔥 Training at Immortals, Shore Thing, Creekside & American
🔥 His goal of becoming an NCAA Champion
What makes this episode special is how honest Teddy is about the process. He talks about losing, getting injured, struggling with confidence, and how consistency eventually paid off.
If you're a wrestler, parent, or NJ wrestling fan, this is a great look at the next generation of South Jersey talent.
🤼♂️ South Jersey Wrestling
🏆 South Jersey Wrestling League Finalist
📍 Future High School Wrestler to Watch
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00:00 – Champion Athletes Nutrition Sponsor Segment
01:26 – Meet Teddy Sims
01:34 – Starting in Jiu-Jitsu Before Wrestling
02:04 – Getting Into Wrestling Through Football
02:44 – Early Struggles & Getting Injured
03:00 – Discovering a Love for Wrestling
03:23 – Training at Immortals, Shore Thing & Creekside
03:58 – Super 32 Experience & Lessons Learned
04:41 – Advice for Kids Wrestling Big Tournaments
05:00 – Winning the South Jersey Wrestling League
05:16 – Teddy’s Wrestling Style: Funk & Scrambles
05:39 – Looking Ahead to High School
05:54 – Shawnee vs Camden Catholic Decision
07:08 – Homeschooling & Year-Round Training
07:36 – Wrestlers He Looks Up To
07:58 – Why He Loves Watching Nick Suriano
08:08 – High School Goals & State Aspirations
08:49 – Weekly Training Schedule Breakdown
09:26 – Favorite Moves & Hand Fighting Focus
09:48 – Managing Nerves Before Big Matches
10:14 – Getting Pinned vs Getting Choked Out
10:34 – Biggest Influences: Dad, Coaches & Nutrition
11:11 – Big Goals: State Titles & NCAA Champion
11:48 – How High School Choice Impacts Development
12:08 – Wrestling Rules He Would Change
12:18 – Summer Wrestling, Weight Classes & Virginia Beach
13:03 – What Separates Teddy From Other Wrestlers
13:13 – The Nutrition Plan That Changed Everything
13:58 – Growing Stronger Through Better Eating
15:00 – Life Outside Wrestling in Medford Lakes
15:34 – School, Grades & Academic Goals
16:05 – What He Wants to Be Remembered For
16:17 – Advice for Young Wrestlers Struggling Early
16:59 – Summer Nationals & Confidence Breakthrough
17:33 – From Going 0-2 to Winning Big Matches
18:13 – Staying Disciplined With Nutrition
18:47 – South Jersey States Finals Run
19:58 – Virginia Beach Nationals Goals
20:08 – Why Every Wrestler Should Travel & Compete
20:35 – Final Thoughts & Outro
