Meet the Coaches

Leading the Way

Our coaching staff brings decades of combined wrestling experience, from Division I collegiate wrestlers to state champions and certified USA Wrestling coaches.

Joel Caruso

Head Coach · Founder

George Mason University - Division I Wrestling · US Army Ranger · USA Wrestling Gold Certified · Physical Education Teacher · 15+ Years Coaching Experience

Coach Caruso wrestled Division I at George Mason University and served as an Army Ranger. He founded Ranger Wrestling Club in 2008 and has built it into one of Virginia's premier youth wrestling programs. A physical education teacher by profession, Coach Caruso brings discipline, technique, and heart to every practice.

Coach's Words

“You can be violent.”

Chris Miosi

Assistant Coach

US Naval Academy - NCAA Qualifier · High School All-American · Prince William County Wrestling · USA Wrestling Certified

Coach Miosi was an NCAA qualifier at the United States Naval Academy and a High School All-American from Prince William County. He brings elite-level technique and competitive experience to the Ranger coaching staff.

Coach's Words

“Dictate the pace. Take the fight to them.”

Dan Rude

Assistant Coach

RTC Practice Room Coach · Girls Wrestling Coach · USA Wrestling Certified · Youth Development Specialist

Coach Rude leads practices in both the RTC room and the Girls practice room. His energy and attention to detail help wrestlers of all levels improve their skills and build confidence on the mat.

Coach's Words

“Explode up!”

David Fawcett

Assistant Coach

Tallwood HS - 4th Place State · 1999 Regional Champion · USA Wrestling Certified · 20+ Years Wrestling Experience

Coach Fawcett wrestled at Tallwood High School where he placed 4th in the state and was a regional champion in 1999. He brings decades of wrestling knowledge and a passion for developing young athletes.

Coach's Words

“Drive!”

Albert Cornejo

Assistant Coach

Chantilly HS Wrestling · 5 Years Coaching Experience · Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner · Muay Thai Practitioner · USA Wrestling Certified

Coach Cornejo wrestled at Chantilly High School and has been coaching for 5 years. He also has extensive experience in jiu-jitsu and muay thai, bringing a well-rounded martial arts perspective to the wrestling room.