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Every championship starts with discipline. Every champion is forged through relentless work.
Welcome to Bridgewater-Raritan Panther Wrestling.
The program is still chasing its first individual state, district, or region title — those rows go up here the moment one is won.
Official Partner · 2026-27 SeasonZarcone Photography is the official photography and social media graphics partner of BRHS Panther Wrestling for the 2026-27 season — full dual meet and tournament coverage, season kickoff portraits, and the campaign graphics (including the “Built Different” series) that run across the program’s social channels all year.
This builds on a growing partnership across Bridgewater-Raritan athletics, including an ongoing role as the official media partner of BRHS Panther Football. The goal is the same across every program: professional photography, real storytelling, and a visual record worth keeping.
Coming off a season that saw the program defend its North 2, Group 5 sectional title for the first time in school history and send two wrestlers to the state medal stand, there’s real momentum heading into 2026-27.
Results & Outlook
Coming off the program’s first-ever back-to-back sectional championship. Here’s the road that got them there — and what’s next.
| Date | Event | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2025 | Mike Dessino Invitational — Middlesex | Season Opener |
| Feb 18, 2026 | NJSIAA North 2, Group 5 Sectional Final vs. Union | W, 33–29 |
| Feb 20, 2026 | NJSIAA Group 5 State Semifinal at Old Bridge | L, 37–30 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | NJSIAA District 14 Tournament — South Plainfield | Qualifiers Advance |
| Mar 6–7, 2026 | NJSIAA Region 4 Tournament — Union HS | Qualifiers Advance |
| Mar 12–14, 2026 | NJSIAA Individual State Tournament — Boardwalk Hall, AC | 2 State Medalists |
Juniors Trent Levash (6th, heavyweight) and Matt McCann (8th, 165 lbs) both medaled at the 2026 NJSIAA Individual State Tournament and are confirmed to return for 2026-27, aiming for a third straight sectional title. A full 2026-27 dual-meet schedule had not yet been published by MaxPreps as of this writing — practice is expected to begin in late November 2026, mirroring last year’s Nov. 24 start, with the season traditionally opening at the Mike Dessino Invitational in mid-December. Dates will be added here once released.
Meet The Coaches
A 2016 Bridgewater-Raritan graduate, Murphy wrestled Division I at Bloomsburg University before returning home to lead the program he came up in. He also teaches special education at BRHS and coaches freshman football.
Murphy’s program is built on one word — grit: facing adversity, not giving up, and wrestling for the guy next to you, not just yourself.
Full assistant coach bios and headshots are being added as part of the season kickoff shoot.
Featured Wrestler
One athlete, one story — rotating weekly once dual meets begin. Heading into 2026-27:
A two-time state qualifier who placed 6th at heavyweight at the 2026 NJSIAA Individual Tournament at Boardwalk Hall. Levash is confirmed to return for 2026-27 — "we get Trent back for two more years," said Coach Murphy — with two more seasons to chase a state title.
Spotlight rotates to a new wrestler each week once the season is underway.
In The News
Real coverage of the team, the sectional title defense, and the wrestlers — from local press and the school itself.
Season Gallery
Match action from Panther Wrestling, shot by Zarcone Photography.
Season Kickoff
Before the first whistle blows, every wrestler gets the professional treatment — clean portraits and the “Built Different” campaign graphics built for social media, programs, and recruiting profiles.
- Individual portraits
- Team photos
- Social media graphics
- Schedule graphics
- Senior banners
- Wrestler spotlight graphics
- Coach portraits
- Recruiting content
Photos and graphics from season kickoff are added here once the 2026-27 season begins.
The Senior Experience
Four years end on one mat. Every graduating senior gets a custom commemorative poster and a session built around who they are — not a rushed lineup photo.
- Senior banners
- Senior portraits
- Family photos
- Buddy photos
- Locker graphics
- Social graphics
- Print packages
Every Match, Every Mat
Full coverage, shot the way a photojournalist works a mat-side — moving continuously, staying out of the way, never missing the takedown that mattered.
- Action photography
- Mat-side coverage
- Celebrations
- Coach interactions
- Crowd & team bench
- Tournament coverage
- Feature images
- Fast gallery turnaround
Professionally edited · High-resolution downloads · Print ordering built in
Trusted On The Mat
30+ Years Experience
Three decades behind the camera across NJ high school and collegiate sports.
Pro Nikon Z-System
Nikon Z9 and Z8 bodies built to freeze the action at mat speed, in any gym lighting.
Fast Turnaround
Edited galleries delivered within days of the final whistle.
Professional Editing
Every image color-corrected and finished before it reaches your gallery.
Official Media Partner
The official photography and social media graphics partner of BRHS Panther Wrestling for 2026-27.
Prints & Downloads
High-resolution downloads and print products, ordered directly from your private gallery.
Built For This Program
Dual Meet & Tournament Coverage
Full coverage of home dual meets and postseason tournament competition.
Season Kickoff Portraits
Individual and team portraits at the start of the season, graphics-ready and recruiting-ready.
Senior Night & Banners
Dedicated coverage and a custom poster design for every senior.
"Built Different" Campaign Graphics
Branded social media graphics built for the program's Instagram and Facebook channels.
Recruiting Content
Imagery built to represent wrestlers well to college programs.
Private Sessions
Individual senior portraits, family sessions, and headshots by request.
“The quality of his photography and graphic design work has taken BRHS Wrestling’s social media presence to another level — his graphics consistently look sharp, professional, and engaging.”
— Kyle Murphy, Head Wrestling Coach, BRHSFrequently Asked
Where do I order photos?
The 2025–26 season gallery is live now on SmugMug, where you can view, download, and order prints directly. 2026-27 season galleries will be delivered through Pic-Time, our current client gallery platform.
How quickly are galleries posted?
Match and tournament galleries are professionally edited and delivered within days, not weeks — so photos are ready while the moment is still fresh.
Can I download images?
Yes. Every family gets high-resolution digital downloads through their private gallery, in addition to print ordering.
Can I order prints?
Yes — prints and photo products are available to order directly from the gallery, no separate request needed.
Can I hire Zarcone Photography privately?
Yes. Outside of the season partnership, Zarcone Photography is available for individual senior sessions, family photos, and private bookings — reach out here.
Do you cover all dual meets and tournaments?
Home dual meets are covered in full as part of the season partnership, along with Senior Night and postseason competition — Districts, Regions, and States — whenever Panther wrestlers qualify.
Can I request a specific wrestler?
Every effort is made to capture the full roster across a meet or tournament. If you're looking for a specific wrestler or moment, reach out after a gallery is posted and we'll help you find it.
How do senior banners work?
Every graduating senior receives a custom commemorative poster design as part of the partnership — coordinated directly with the program ahead of Senior Night.
Let’s Talk Panther Wrestling
Questions about ordering photos, booking season kickoff, reserving Senior Night coverage, or hiring Zarcone Photography privately — send a message and we’ll respond within 24 hours.
Scan to Return HereEvery Season Has A Story.
We’re Honored To Preserve Yours.
Official photography & social media partner of Bridgewater-Raritan Panther Wrestling — 2026-27 season.