KongKrete Wrestling Academy stands as a premier non-profit wrestling gym established to carry forward the passion and legacy of the Goff family. Our story is deeply rooted in a family tradition, starting with Jim Goff introducing his son, Jason Goff, to the sport of wrestling.
The Foundation and Philosophy
KongKrete Wrestling Academy was founded by Jason Goff, an ex-state champion wrestler from Miami, Florida. Inspired by his father, Jim Goff, who introduced him to wrestling, Jason developed a profound love for the sport. Facing the challenge of finding a suitable wrestling gym for his sons, Jason Jr.
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Victor Balmeceda: The New Head Coach
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We are thrilled to introduce Hall of Fame Coach Victor Balmeceda as the new Head Coach of KongKrete Wrestling Academy. Known affectionately as “Coach B,” Vic is one of the most successful high school wrestling coaches in Florida history.
A Legacy of Championships
Since 1997, Coach Victor Balmeceda has led the powerhouse South Dade Buccaneers wrestling team to incredible heights. Under his leadership, the team has won 16 Team State Championships, including the last 10 consecutive titles, and 8 Team State Runners-Up titles. They have also secured 5 State Dual Meet Championship Titles, 19 Regional Team Championships, 26 District Team Championships, and 18 GMAC Team Championship Titles.
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Coach Balmeceda boasts a remarkable dual meet record of 500-24, translating to a 96% winning rate. His athletes have achieved 80 Individual State Championships, 128 Individual State Placers, and 23 Individual National Championships.
Accolades and Recognition
Recognized for his excellence, Coach Balmeceda has been named Florida Coach of the Year 16 times, received 12 National Coach Honors, and is the only coach in the last quarter-century to win the National Wrestling Coach of the Year award twice. Additionally, he has been named Miami Herald Coach of the Year 21 times, with 18 of these consecutively.
Summary of Achievements
The following table summarizes the impressive achievements under Coach Balmeceda's leadership:
| Achievement | Number |
|---|---|
| Team State Championships | 16 |
| Team State Runners-Up titles | 8 |
| State Dual Meet Championship Titles | 5 |
| Regional Team Championships | 19 |
| District Team Championships | 26 |
| GMAC Team Championship Titles | 18 |
| Individual State Championships | 80 |
| Individual State Placers | 128 |
| Individual National Championships | 23 |
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