Nathan K Watson
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American Football Coach
MSJH wrestling turned in a strong performance at the IESA Class AA Regional, placing third overall in the five-team field and advancing a solid group of wrestlers on to sectionals. The Bulldogs crowned several regional champions. Graham Smolich (70), Clayton Moen (90), Gabe Cadenas (100), Brayden Watts (105), and Bentley Wycoff (112) each claimed first place in their respective weight classes. Smolich, Cadenas, and Watts were especially dominant, combining for multiple falls on their way to titles. The Bulldogs also picked up a number of runner-up finishes. Rhett Ernst (65) and Emmett Watson (95) each placed second, while Ernst and Watson both earned key wins to secure their advancement. Third-place finishes were recorded by Max Freiburg (80), Leo Venatta (112), Brett Back (126), and Kinley Junge (185), all of whom punched their tickets to sectionals. Freiburg and Venatta both closed their tournaments with falls in the third-place matches. Several other Bulldogs just missed qualification with fourth-place finishes, including Bronx Stuckey (70), Coen Van Bellehem (75), Eli Koontz (105), Ben Revega (145), and Owen Sorenson (185). Those who qualified will compete at the IESA Sectional on Saturday, March 7, in Jacksonville. Photos courtesy of Coach Heinold. @MSJHBulldogs
