Head Coach History

"He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper." - Edmund Burke

Mike Bischoff

2004 -

Career Record: 89 - 51

Coach Bischoff wrestled for Hasbrouck Heights High School and Trenton State College. He later became an assistant coach with stints at Hasbrouck Heights, St. Joseph Regional - Montvale, and Southern Regional before taking over the reigns at Central. Under his guidance, the Golden Eagles won their first ever South Jersey Group III State Sectional Title.

Pat Lynch

1987 - 2003

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Coach Lynch wrestled at Raritan High School where he was a 2 time district champion. He continued his career at Lock Haven University before serving as head coach at Red Bank Catholic for three years. During his tenure at Central, Mr. Lynch coached many standout wrestlers including the famed Worthy brothers.

Doug Parise

1986

Career Record: 7 - 9

Coach Parise was a NJ State Champion for Lakewood in 1976 and would go on to All-American honors at Temple University, finishing 5th in 1980. Under Parise, the team established a 7 - 9 record due, in part, to several key injuries. What the team lacked in depth, it made up for with talent and athleticism.

Paul Mueller

1982 - 1985

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Darnell Myers' State Championship highlighted yet another successful Central squad under Coach Mueller.

Dan McCullough

1982 - 1983

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Central's first coach, after the split with Lacey, McCullough served as head coach for two years during the early 1980s.

Frank Maugeri

1978 - 1981

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Back in the days of riding time, Coach Maugeri enjoyed successful seasons here before moving on to Lacey Township after Central's split. The separation of the school district helped create one of the most competitive rivalries i the Shore Conference. Maugeri's teams had several standout performers including future CR Hall-of-Fame member, Al Aires.

There are no records of the years prior to 1978. Anyone with information regarding these years is asked to contact J. Bell, jbell@centralregional.net.