Our Coaches
As part of the “Triumph family” we provide the best coaches both on a local and national level. The focus on wrestling development runs parallel with the goal of creating good men and women off the mat. We will always strive to create an environment that is conducive to learning and safe by providing not only the best coaches but an adequate number of coaches per class. Quality we always be first and foremost at Triumph!
At Triumph, the coaches’ dedication to our members produces several nationally ranked and division one commits yearly. We have trained multiple NCAA All-Americans, over 10 state champs and over a 100 state placers.
Nick Roy
Founder
Triumph High School Coach & Youth Coach
As the founder and head coach of Triumph Wrestling, Nick’s level of commitment to his ‘wrestling family’ has always been his number one priority. He can be found at the club training members at Group Training, coaching private lessons, running camps and offering advice during video review.
Nick’s philosophy centers on building champions not just in wrestling, but in life.
Wrestling Background
- =Division 1 All American at University of Michigan
- =Four-time Big Ten Place winner
- =Two-time NJ State Champ
- =3x NJ State Finalist
- =Jersey Shore Hall of Fame
Kyle Kiss
Partner
Triumph Head High School & Youth Coach
Partner of Triumph Wrestling, Coach Kiss brings over 10 years of D1 Coaching experience to the club. Coach Kiss was an Assistant Coach at UNC Chapel Hill, the Associate Head Coach at Clarion University, as well as an Assistant Coach at Rutgers University. Coach Kiss is currently the RTC Coach at Rutgers University.
Wrestling Background
- =Has Coached 8 NCAA Division I All-Americans
- =NJ State Runner-Up and 4x State Placer
- =Jersey Shore Hall of Fame Member
- =3x ACC Place Winner at University of North Carolina
- =Current Rutgers RTC Coach
- =Fromer Assistant Coach Rutgers, North Carolina, Clarion
Kenny Theobold
Partner
Triumph Youth Development Director & High School Coach
Ken combines elite competitive experience with a passion for mentorship. As an NCAA All-American and Big Ten Medal of Honor recipient, he emphasizes technical mastery, mental toughness, and championship-level preparation. Kenny focuses on helping wrestlers grow both on and off the mat.
Wrestling Background
- =NCAA All-American
- =Three-time NCAA Qualifier
- =NJ State Runner-Up
- =Big Ten Medal of Honor recipient
- =Senior Male Athlete of the Year at Rutgers
Jason Nase
Triumph High School & Head Freestyle Coach
Coach Nase is the current Assistant Coach at Wall High School. Coach Nase is a local Jersey Shore native who was a state running up in High School at Point Boro. Coach Nase went on to become an NCAA All-American at Rider University. He also served as an Assistant Cocah at Rider University for multiple years. Coach Nase is our full time freestyle coach and currently serves on USANJ coaching staff.
Wrestling Background
- =NCAA All-American
- =NJ State Finalist
- =USANJ and Triumph Head Freestyle Coach
- =100 Plus Collegiate Wins
- =Former D1 Coach at Rider University
Mikey Labriola
Triumph High School Coach
Mikey helps leads Triumph’s high school program while serving on Rutgers University’s coaching staff. Labriola wrestled from 2017-23 at Nebraska, where he produced 120 collegiate victories and established himself as one of the top 174-pound wrestlers in the country. During his time in Lincoln, Labriola was a five-time Big Ten place winner, five-time national qualifier and five-time All-American for the Cornhuskers. During his final season with the Cornhuskers, Labriola went 30-2 en route to runner-up finish at the Big Ten and national championships.
Wrestling Background
- =Five-time NCAA All-American at University of Nebraska
- =2023 NCAA National Runner-Up at 174 lbs
- =Current Assistant Coach Rutgers
- =Five-time Big Ten place winner
- =U23 National Champ
- =2x PA State Champion
- =4x PA State Placer
- =Pittsburgh Classic Winner (Dapper Dan)
Zach Elam
Triumph High School Coach
Zach Elam joins Triumph Wrestling as a two-time NCAA All-American and former Missouri standout. Zach is currently training for his Olympic aspirations and is current RTC Athlete at Rutgers University. He brings elite-level heavyweight experience and serves as a role model and training partner for wrestlers of all levels.
Wrestling Background
- =Two-time NCAA All-American at University of Missouri
- =Five-time NCAA Qualifier
- =Current RTC Athlete at Rutgers
- =3x Missouri State Champ
- =4x State Finalist
- =Fargo Junior National Champ
- =Silver Medalist U20 Worlds
Ryan Preisch
Triumph High School Coach
An NCAA All-American at Lehigh, Ryan works personally with a lot of our upper-weights at Triumph. Ryan is a four time NCAA qualifier and former PA High School standout. Coach works full time as an Environmental Engineer and now lives locally on the Jersey Shore.
Wrestling Background
- =NCAA Division 1 All American at Lehigh University
- =Four-time NCAA Qualifier
- =National High School All American
- =Multiple Time PA State Placer
Nick Visicaro
Triumph High School Coach
Coach Nick has been apart of Triumph since we have opened. Nick a former 2x state champ wrestled on the #1 Team in the state Long Branch in high school. Nick also went on to become an NCAA Qualifier at Rutgers. He currently works as a State Trooper and lives locally.
Wrestling Background
- =Two-time NJ State Champ
- =Three-Year Starter at Rutgers University
- =NCAA Division I Qualifier
- =Nationally Ranked Collegiately
- =Former Triumph Athlete
Brett Donner
Triumph High School Coach
Coach Donner was a long time Triumph member as kid growing up. He wrestled for Wall High School where he was ranked nationally, finished third in the state tournament twice in 2016 and 2014. Brett was a Super 32 runner-up and fifth-place finisher at the 2014 Flo Nationals. Coach Donner was also a two year starter at Rutgers University.
Wrestling Background
- =Two Time NJ State Placer
- =Super 32 Finalist
- =Two-time Big Ten Starter
- =Three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection
Dylan Shawver
Triumph High School Coach
Current Rutgers Wrestler Coach Shawver has been with Triumph Wrestling for several years now. Coach Shawver is a Big 10 Champ and NCAA All-American. He also represents the Puerto Rican national team for world competitions. Coach does one on one training at the club and helps run high school classes.
Wrestling Background
- =NCAA All-American
- =Big Ten Champion
- =3x NCAA Qualifier
- =2023 Midlands Runner-Up
- =Multiple Time OH State Placer Winner
- =Represented Puerto Rico at World Championships
Mike Morales
Triumph High School & Youth Coach
Mike years of experience to the club. Mike served as a volunteer coach both at Maryland University and Rider. He focuses on mostly individual development.
Wrestling Background
- =NJ State Champion
- =2x State Finalist
- =3x NCAA Division I Qualifier
- =Former Volunteer Assistant at Rider & Maryland University
Luke Balina
Triumph High School Coach
Coach Luke was a Triumph member as kid growing up. He was apart of the Long Branch’s #1 ranked team in the state. Coach wrestled collegiately at TCNJ for four years. He is currently a teacher in Long Branch.
Wrestling Background
- =NCAA Academic All-American
- =Wrestled Collegiately at TCNJ
- =Apart of #1 High School Team In NJ
Eric Morley
Triumph Head Girls Coach & Youth Coach
Eric Morley brings 15+ years of coaching experience at youth, high school, and club levels. He emphasizes fundamentals, technical development, and team building, while preparing athletes for success in competition and beyond. Coach servers as our head girls coach.
Wrestling Background
- =Middletown North Varsity Wrestling Coach
- =2025 New Jersey Top 20 Team Ranking
- =2× NJSIAA District Coach of the Year
- =2019 NJSIAA Assistant Coach of the Year
- =2× NJSIAA District Coach of the Year
- =Triumph Wrestling Youth & Girls Coach
Dae’Sean Brown
Triumph High School Coach
Coach Dae’Sean is a former Triumph alum and Neptune High School standout. Dae Dae has been a consistent Coach with Triumph for the past few years. Coach also wrestled Collegiately at Johnson & Wales. He currently works with the US Postal Service.
Wrestling Background
- =4th at NJ State Championships
- =All-Region at Johnson & Wales University
- =Former Triumph athlete
Robert Kanniard
Triumph High School & Youth Coach
Coach Kanniard was a long time Triumph member as kid growing up. He wrestled Wall High School where he finished a great career as a State Champ. Coach wrestled collegiately at Rutgers were he was a two year starter and ranked in the top 25 nationally.
Wrestling Background
- =3x State Placer
- =NJ State Champ
- =2x Big 10 Tournament Starter
- =2x Big 10 All-Academic
- =Fargo Champ
Randall Totten
Triumph Youth Coach
Randall has over 20 years of coaching experience from youth to NCAA Division III. He is currently an Assistant Coach at Red Bank Catholic High School and previously coached at Johnson & Wales University, where he helped produce four Division III All-Americans.
Wrestling Background
- =Prep State Champion at Peddie High School
- =Prep National All-American
- =Collegiate Wrestler – University of Pittsburgh
- =Assistant Coach – Red Bank Catholic High School
Jake Benner
Triumph High School & Youth Coach
Coach Jake was a long time Triumph member as kid growing up. He wrestled for Ocean High School where he was ranked nationally and was a two time state finalist. Jake won a State Championship his junior year. Coach Jake wrestled collegiately at Rutgers University and now works for ADP.
Wrestling Background
- =X2 State Finalist
- =NJ State Champ
- =Wrestled Collegiately at Rutgers
Shane Cartagena-Walsh
Triumph High School & Youth Coach
Shane a long time Triumph member helps coach during his free time away from being an Athlete at Rutgers University. Shane was a High School State Placer and now currently is a Nationally Ranked Collegiate wrestler at Rutgers.
Wrestling Background
- =NJ State Placer
- =NCAA National Qualifier
- =Big 10 Medalist
Noah Michaels
Triumph High School & Youth Coach
Noah is a Triumph alum from Red Bank Catholic High School who currently coaches during his free time away from Rider University as a collegiate wrestler. Noah was a state placer in high school and is the current starter at Rider University.
Wrestling Background
- =2024-25 Rider Starter (125 lbs)
- =14 Wins in True Freshman Season
- =Competed in MAC Championships
- =2023 NJ State Medalist (5th at 125 lbs)
John Finnerty
Triumph Coach
John Finnerty joins Triumph Wrestling with a decorated collegiate career at Division II, bringing technical skill, competitive toughness, and a wealth of experience to our athletes. He focuses on teaching fundamentals, match strategy, and confidence-building for wrestlers at all levels.
Wrestling Background
- =2021 MEC Champion at 157 lbs (first in program history)
- =MEC Wrestler of the Week (2/18/20)