The NJSIAA individuals wrestling championship tournament in Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall is an experience like no other. The big venue, the large, sometimes rambunctious crowd, the lights, the cameras, the stakes … it’s an overwhelming experience for first-timers.

However, the target is still the same for every wrestler who takes the mat – a state title. If that doesn’t happen, the next best thing is to be on the medals podium as high as possible.