St. Peter’s Prep Dominates St. Joe’s Metuchen in Statement Victory

coverage by: Marco Morales

In a battle between ranked programs, No. 2 St. Peter’s Prep put on a dominant performance against No. 13 St. Joe’s Metuchen, rolling to a commanding 67-6 victory. The Marauders won every contested bout they had a wrestler for, proving why they’re one of the top teams in the state.

The match featured two highly anticipated showdowns between Top 10-ranked competitors at 157 and 165 pounds. St. Peter’s Prep came out on top in both matches in convincing fashion. At 157, Max Nevlin pinned Morgan Schwarz in just 1:32, while at 165, Josh Piparo delivered a technical fall (16-0) over Tyler Whitford in only 3:15. These results further solidified St. Peter’s Prep’s depth and dominance across weight classes.

From start to finish, the Marauders were relentless, racking up points with a combination of pins, technical falls, and major decisions. Braedan Ruiz (106) set the tone early with a major decision, and the momentum never slowed. St. Peter’s Prep picked up five technical falls overall, showcasing their ability to win in overwhelming fashion.

St. Joe’s Metuchen managed just one forfeit victory at 215 pounds, avoiding the shutout but unable to mount any real challenge against the powerhouse that is St. Peter’s Prep.

With this win, St. Peter’s Prep continues to make a strong case as one of the best teams in New Jersey. Their depth, talent, and ability to perform in high-profile matchups make them a legitimate force as the season progresses. This victory sends a clear message: St. Peter’s Prep is locked in and ready for the fast-approaching post-season.