Wrestling

Built on a tradition of excellence, Bosco Wrestling is on a mission to become the premier wrestling program in California.

St. John Bosco Wrestling has a rich tradition of excellence and is one of Bosco’s most decorated sports. We offer some of the best training around and continually seek out the best competition. We push the envelope in the wrestling world and are committed to constant improvement. We have produced numerous CIF, State and Nationals champions; and our wrestlers go on to compete at some of the best universities across the Nation. It is our dedication to developing champions, as well as men of character that truly separates St. John Bosco Wrestling from every other program out there.

Join Us | 2024 Banquet

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 9

Time: 6pm-8pm

Location: St. John Bosco MPR | 13640 Bellflower Blvd.

Tickets: Purchase presale tickets online below or regular tickets at the door. Wrestlers are free to attend.

Parents, Friends & Family Tickets: $40 presale; $60 at the door

Children Under 7 Tickets: $20 presale; $60 at the door

Attire: Business casual (no shorts/t-shirts)

Purchase Tickets Here

Purchase Tickets Here

Coaching Staff

Head Coach, Jeff Anderson '98

Jeffrey Anderson (Head Coach; 15th year): Jeffrey graduated from St. John Bosco High School in 1998. He was a three-time CIF place winner and two-time State Qualifier. He was the first Bosco wrestler to make the State Championships since Jim Mendoza in 1973. During his senior year he was CIF Champion & Masters Champion. Jeffrey continued his wrestling career at Columbia University where he graduated with a degree in Economics in 2002. After college, he worked on Wall Street as an Investment Banker and Bond Trader. He currently owns and operates a general contracting company. He married the love of his life, Kylie, in 2017. He has twin daughters, Sophia and Charlotte, and a son and future Brave, Jeffrey Jr. He is grateful for the opportunity to give back at St. John Bosco and the community through wrestling.

Contact Coach Anderson

Jeff Anderson

Class of 1998

Titles: Head Wrestling Coach

Email:

Phone Numbers:
School: 562) 920-1734 ext. 249

Ruben Valencia (Head Assistant Coach - Varsity; 11th year)

Ruben has been instrumental in developing Bosco into a State and National powerhouse over the years. Previously, he had gained national recognition with his Monster Garage wrestling club. He burst onto the Bosco scene when his sons Zahid & Anthony won State Championships as freshmen. He has trained some of the best ever at Bosco, and has produced multiple State and National Champions for the Braves. His commitment to be the best has set the standard for our success.

Jenaro Santillan '05 (Head Assistant Coach – Junior Varsity & Frosh/Soph; 15th year)

Jenaro competed for St. John Bosco and graduated in 2005. He was an All-CIF wrestler for the Braves. He has been coaching for 15 years and has been an incredibly important asset for the team. His commitment to the program and dedication to our boys is unsurpassed. He is a Bosco Wrestler through and through. He currently runs a printing and graphics company, PrintingSan.

Give to Bosco Wrestling

Give to Bosco Wrestling today at the link below. No matter the size, your gift directly impacts our program tremendously. Thank you for supporting our student-athletes!

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