Jeff Karam

Wrestling
2023 Coach of the Year

Jeff Karam

Bethlehem Catholic High Shcool

Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania

Impact Statement

“Jeff Karam has been the epitome of coaching at Bethlehem Catholic. There is no way to ever thank him enough for his commitment and leadership in our community.” -Chris Domyan, Athletic Director

Biography

Karam and his Golden Hawks have been at the upper echelon of the Pennsylvania wrestling scene continuing to shine.

He held a 35 match win streak over the past two season. He’s coached the Hawks to 9 State Team Wrestling Championships, which is a PIAA record. His teams also won the Individual State Team Champions seven times.

He has coached 22 PIAA State Individual Champions, over 50 Regional Champs and over 60 District Champs. Additionally, he coached over 50 state medalists.

His wrestlers continue to shine after they graduate. Bethlehem Catholic and Coach Karam have produced an NCAA Division 1 All American or National Champion for seven consecutive years.

After 15 years of leading the Golden Hawks, Karam is stepping down from his helm after the 2022-23 season. Over his 30 seasons as a head coach, he holds a career record of 366-116.


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Records

  • Coached 9 PIAA Team State Champions
  • Coached 22 PIAA Individual State Champions