Newcastle Cougars Wrestling/Stoei Club

02/06/2026

25/05/2026

We have moved!!

23/05/2026

KZN OPEN In Alberton come and enter!!

🔥 KZN Wrestling Open 🔥
📅 22 August 2026
📍 Alberton Wrestling Hall
Test your grit. Earn your glory.
All ages • All styles • No limits
👉 Step up. Compete. Be legendary.

23/05/2026

Happy World wrestling day from the Cougars

23/04/2026

🦈🤼 CALLING ALL SPONSORS!

The Baby Shark Wrestling Tournament is happening on 27 June, and we’re looking for amazing sponsors to help bring the excitement to life!

By partnering with us, you’ll be supporting our young wrestlers while gaining great exposure within the local community.

💥 What’s in it for you?
✔️ Live shoutouts during the event
✔️ Visibility among families and supporters
✔️ Be part of a fun, energetic community event

Every contribution—big or small—helps us create a memorable day for these kids!

Want to get involved?
📩 DM us or drop a comment below
📞 Dannel van der Merwe – 071 520 3253

Let’s team up and make this tournament unforgettable! 🌊

13/04/2026

Ever wondered what really happens on the mat?

Wrestling isn’t just about strength — it’s a sport of strategy, discipline, and technique.

A match is a battle of control. Wrestlers score points by taking their opponent down, controlling them on the mat, escaping holds, or turning them onto their backs. Every movement matters. Every second counts.

It’s physical, yes — but it’s also mental. Wrestlers must think fast, react quicker, and stay calm under pressure. One small mistake can change the entire match.

There are no teammates to tag in. When you step onto the mat, it’s just you — your preparation, your mindset, and your determination.

But behind that “individual” moment is a team, a coach, and hours of practice that built that athlete.

Wrestling teaches:• Discipline — showing up and putting in the work• Respect — for your coach, your opponent, and yourself• Resilience — getting back up, again and again

Win or lose, every match is a lesson.

That’s how wrestling works — and that’s why we love it. 💪🔥

07/04/2026

Wrestling families are the backbone of the sport.

People see the individual —the walk to the mat,the hand raised,the medal.

But those moments are never earned alone.

They’re built on family.

Weekends are spent in loud gyms,on hard bleachers,waiting for matches.

Money goes to tournaments,gear,and travel — not holidays.

Time revolves around practice,recovery,and competition.

And everyone feels it.

Siblings sacrifice.Parents give their all.The whole family adjusts.

Over time, it becomes more than a sport.

It becomes a shared journey —a way of life.

Wrestling families don’t just support it.

They live it.

23/03/2026

🔥 Coach in the Spotlight: AJ Jordaan 🔥
Behind every confident wrestler is a coach who believes in them first. Coach AJ brings patience, passion, and dedication to every session, helping our athletes grow both on and off the mat. Get to know the man making a real difference in our club! 💪🏽👏🤼‍♂️😊👍

18/03/2026

Wrestling coaches are the unsung heroes behind every takedown, pin, and championship. They do more than just teach technique; they build character, instill discipline, and push athletes to discover mental toughness they never knew they had. A great coach sees the potential in a rookie and holds the champion to an even higher standard. We are so excited to shine a spotlight on one of the architects of our team’s success. Let’s meet Coach Danie Dewet! 🏆💪👏🎉😊👍