O’Dea Wrestling

The O’Dea High School Wrestling Program was started in 1985 by Barrett Corrigan. Since then, the O’Dea wrestling program has experienced a history of success. In 1991, under head coach Dave Enslow, the wrestlers won their first Metro title. That legacy continued for the next eleven years as O’Dea earned twelve consecutive Metro championships.   In all, since it’s inception, the O’Dea Wrestling Program has captured 25 Metro titles (12 in the last 13 years) and won 9 Regional championships. The O’Dea wrestling program earned State Academic Championships in 2002 and 2003.

Jeff Anderson coached the team from 1992-2021 and is a member of the O’Dea Wall of Honor. Joseph Balinbin ’07 is the current Head Coach.

Since many of our students have never wrestled prior to attending O’Dea, much of the credit goes out to all the volunteer alumni assistant coaches who return year after year to help mentor the younger wrestlers.

2021 Spectator Policy

To begin the winter sports season as safely as possible, the Metro League is limiting spectators at all contests. Wrestling and basketball are limited to a 50% capacity at home, which includes players, coaches, and officials. Spectators must wear a mask at all times. In addition, spectators 5 years or older must provide verification of a COVID-19 vaccination or negative test. Valid forms of verification include a physical or photo of a vaccination card, a physical or digital record from MyIRMobile.com or other app, or a negative test result taken in the last 72 hours. Identification must be also be provided. We look forward to seeing you cheer on our Fighting Irish and appreciate your understanding if we reach capacity at our events before you enter.