Building Confident Young Wrestlers in the Morristown Area
A nonprofit youth wrestling club for boys and girls in grades K–8 — from first-time wrestlers to experienced competitors.
Learn More About Our ProgramsWho It’s For
Grades K–8 • Boys & Girls
Beginner through experienced wrestlers
What We Offer
Skill development • Team competition
Confidence, discipline, leadership
Where We Train
Frelinghuysen Middle School
Morristown, NJ
About Mo-Town Grapplers
Mo-Town Grapplers is a nonprofit youth wrestling club serving Morristown, Morris Township, and Morris Plains. We provide kids ages 5–14 the opportunity to learn wrestling in a supportive, structured environment—whether they are stepping on the mat for the first time or preparing for competitive leagues.
Founded in 2001 by brothers Matt and Bryan Manahan, the club was built from the ground up with a focus on access, development, and community. Today, the program is supported through local sponsors and our annual King of the Mat tournament.
Our goal goes beyond wins and losses. We help kids build confidence, motivation, resilience, and leadership—skills that carry far beyond the mat.
Wrestling Programs
Pre-Clinic (K–1st Grade)
Introductory program focused on movement, balance, and basic wrestling skills through drills and games.
• Practice once per week
• No required competitions
Clinic (Grades 2–5)
Designed for first- and second-year wrestlers learning structured practice and introductory competition.
• Practices twice per week
• Informal league matches (no score kept)
• Competition encouraged, not mandatory
Junior Varsity / Varsity (Grades 3–8)
For experienced wrestlers ready for higher-level training and league competition.
• Structured, high-intensity practices
• Compete in organized youth leagues
• Commitment and attendance required
Girls Wrestling at Mo-Town
Mo-Town Grapplers proudly supports girls wrestling at every level. Girls train alongside teammates while also benefiting from dedicated all-girls practices focused on skill development, confidence, and camaraderie.
Girls Clinic (Grades 2–5)
• Weekly girls-only practice
• Additional co-ed practice option
• Informal league competitions
Girls JV / Varsity (Grades 6–8)
• Girls-only + co-ed practices
• Competitive league opportunities
• Weekend and weeknight matches
2025–26 Season Overview
Season Runs:
Mid-November through February
Practice Location:
Frelinghuysen Middle School
Competition:
Varies by level — from no competition (Pre-Clinic) to full league schedules (JV/Varsity)
Why Wrestling?
Wrestling builds:
- Confidence through challenge
- Mental toughness and discipline
- Individual accountability
- Respect for teammates and opponents
Why Mo-Town Grapplers?
- 20+ years serving the Morristown community
- Proven development pathway from beginner to varsity
- Emphasis on growth, not just results
- Strong team culture for boys and girls
Our Sponsors
