Jake Benner

Jake Benner brings an accomplished wrestling background to the coaching staff following a collegiate career at Rutgers University. A native of Ocean Township, NJ, Benner competed for the Scarlet Knights at 149 and 165 pounds, earning victories throughout his career and making five appearances during his senior season. Before Rutgers, Benner was one of New Jersey’s top wrestlers, competing out of Ocean Township High School. He compiled a 147-12 career record and captured the 2017 NJSIAA state championship at 138 pounds. Benner was also a two-time Region 6 and District 24 champion and was named the 2016-17 Shore Conference Wrestler of the Year by NJ.com. His high school career included 15 pins, five technical falls and four major decisions during his senior season.