Salpointe Catholic's players celebrate with their family and friends after their win overNotre Dame Prep in the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. Brothers Cody and Conan Northwind both reached 40 wins for the season by pinning their way to the 160 and 182 regional titles, respectively, and teammate Jose Toscano scored 19 points in the 138 final. Sunnyside continued its dominance in the wrestling world, securing its fifth consecutive team title. (Dec 4-2), Gabe Garcia (OConnor) 53-10, So. The Wildcats qualified 16 for next weeks 2A-1A-B state championship and amassed 367 points, more than double the runner-up score of Othello. "Going into the semifinals, I thought we were dead in the water. 160: Cody Byers (ML) d. Carmelo Reyes (S), 5-3. Salpointe Catholic's Maci Bernier (25) battles withNotre Dame Prep's Ella Osmussen (20) during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. 138: Carlos Kisokwa (Kam) d. Jose Olivera (Ike), 8-6. Sahuarita had three first-place finishers and four second-place finishers as well. google_ad_width = 728; In a cluster of players Salpointe Catholic's Rylen Bourguet (2) uses her head to score a goal againstNotre Dame Prep in the closing minutes of their 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. Jay Inslee wont seek reelection for fourth term, Yakima's Julian Erosa drops second straight fight, It Happened Here: Alexander Miller, businessman and philanthropist, leaves an enduring legacy in Yakima, Efforts to unionize agricultural workers in WA face long-standing hurdles, U17 Sounders selection highlights bright future for Sunnyside's Hernandez. Division III was the only boys division to crown a new champion. over Jackson Rustad (Casteel) 22-1, Sr. (Dec 8-3), Mathew Trinidad (Desert Ridge) 37-9, . 1976-Mario Garcia 115lb. Be the first to know about crucial information impacting our community. 195: Ricardo Colunga (East) d. Spencer Housden (East), 4-3. Sunnyside, Sahuarita claim state wrestling championships; 20 locals win individual titles, Darryl Webb / Special for the Arizona Daily Star, Tucson's west-side resort, Starr Pass, sold for $110 million, Cocktails on a train car and boutique bowling coming to Tucson, Tucson restaurant lands No. Champions came from seven different states, showing that wrestling talent is spread across our great nation. Salpointe Catholics Santiago Ballesteros (8) races for the ball against Notre Dame Preps Quinn Galvin (17) during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert, Feb.22, 2022. 195: Marvin Valdez (Man) p. Lukus Mendoza (LB), 2:13. Kyison Garcia . "Just literally focusing our effort as opposed to pressure or expectations," Sunnyside head coach Anthony Leon said. 145: Camilo Mendez (Oth) d. Nelson Barragan (Eph), 4-2. 106: Zaiden Gonzalez (Su) d. Ian Garza (ML), 7-4. 182: Parker Hodgen (CP) p. Adam Garcia (T), 2:47. Fernandez, a reigning state champion, cruised through the 132 bracket with two pins and a major decision whileArmendariz didn't allow a point en route to his third heavyweight CBBN title. Salpointe Catholic's Rylen Bourguet (2) dribbles past two fallenNotre Dame Prep players during overtime during their 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. 113: Adan Estrada (T) md. The Blue Devils put up 263 points en route to the programs 35th team state championship, by far the most in AIA history. 126: Daeton Johnson (Ch) p. Will Chichenoff (Ike), 1:28. The four placers qualified for next weeks 2A state championships. AllSportsTucson.com is also responsible for compiling the following data on the Sunnyside wrestling dynasty. 106: Steve Romero (T) p. Leonel Lustre (Z), 1:40. For information about our privacy practices, please visit our website. Salpointe Catholic's Rylen Bourguet (2) dribbles past two fallenNotre Dame Prep players during overtime during their 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. After what was a letdown of a season last year, the Mustangs turned things up to battle back from from being in second after day one of the tournament. Penn State Wrestling Stars Shine at 2023 US Open 190: Helena Jansky (Kam) d. Jeanette Cortes (Su), 7-3. 120: Kylie Whitaker (WW) p. Gloria Diaz (East), 2:49. Really great group of kids on and off the mat. https://t.co/GAjgiA1boi pic.twitter.com/vZmPGNixmf. The Colts scored a whopping 267.5 total points, more than 100 points higher than runner-up Canyon View. 140: Nayeli Leal (Oth) p. Ari Bartholomew (Go), 2:07. 126: Will Chichenoff (Ike) d. Bryan Madrigal (S), 5-0. "It feels really good," Morenci head coach Casey Woodall said. 285: Anthony Nava (T) p. Miguel Camacho (T), 5:33. The CBBN's top five placers will join the top three from the Mid-Columbia Conference next week. 2022-23 Oklahoma State Wrestling Nov 9, 2022. A subscription helps you access more of the local stories that keep you connected to the community. Cheers! Most Followed Arizona Wrestling Teams. Daniella Weitman converted the final penalty kick after the teams tied at 4 through 110 minutes of play, giving the Lancers their fifth state title in six years. Respond: Write a letter to the editor | Write a guest opinion. Sierra and Hoffmeyer helped lead Cibola to a fifth place spot with 92.5 points. Team Statistics | Grizzly Wrestling Salpointe Catholics Paris Mikinski (31) celebrates her first half goal againstScottsdale Notre Dame Prep during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. Its relieving, Sahuarita head coach Paul Vasquez said. 152: Jermiah Zuniga (T) d. Zeb Piel (T), for. Sunnyside High School Grizzly Wrestling Team Statistics by year. 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Ayala won the 152-pound title and pushed his senior record to 46-1, and Stolen earned an 8-7 win in the 170 final. 138: Bryant Witherington (Wen) d. Michael Prather (WV), for. Queen Creek freshman Cole Ludwig wrestled against Mesa sophomore Ricky Cruz in an exhibition match held before the medal round. Subscribe to stay connected to Tucson. Our Andy Morales is covering the event as he does annually the only local sports media member to do that. With so many changes in the high school. Liberty was led by back-to-back individual state champion Isabella Bocanegra, whose individual title was a huge factor in the Lions quest for the team championship. 145: Fabian Cisneros (Gr) d. Israel Hernandez (War), for. YEARS WEIGHTS NAME SCHOOL DIVISION; 1991-1994: 101-108-115-129: Pat Connors: R.A. Long: 3A: 1998-2001: 101-115-119-130: Martin Mitchell: Tonasket: 1A: . After runner-up finishes the previous two years, Sahuarita got over the hump, edging out runner-up Walden Grove 160.5-144.0. 120: Drayden Gaither (ML) d. Rudy Vivanco (Ea), 3-2. The Blue Devils came out on top over runner-up Liberty for the second year in a row behind eight individual state champions, tying the record set by Tucson in 1953. #ThisIsTucson has a membership program! With an emphasis on treating the boys and girls as one collective unit, the camaraderie between each athlete has elevated the program as a whole as girls wrestling continues to grow. Salpointe Catholics Paris Mikinski (31) celebrates her first half goal againstScottsdale Notre Dame Prep during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. My wife and I, both CWU graduates, raised a daughter here and love to spend time hiking on any trails from the Greenway to the Pacific Crest. Team scores: Moses Lake 161.5, Hermiston 130, Davis 104, Sunnyside 104, Richland 102.5, Kennewick 88.5, Hanford 78, Pasco 68, Chiawana 50, West Valley-Yakima 49.5, Kamiakin 47, Walla Walla 41, Eisenhower 37, Southridge 31, Eastmont 29, North Central 26, University 26, Mead 24, Cheney 12, Central Valley 8, Mt. Morenci secured back-to-back titles after outscoring runner-up Yuma Catholic 201.5-175.5. Salpointe Catholics Leo Gutierrez (14) celebrates his goal againstNotre Dame Prep during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. Tucson Sunnyside High School continued its commanding hold of the division by securing its sixth consecutive state championship. "You've got to constantly work. 105: Mireya Buatista (EV) d. Gabrielle Berger (Grg), 3-0. Sunnysides Stephen Maltos pins Eastmonts Rudy Vivanco in a 120-pound semifinal match at the CBBN district wrestling tournament Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Davis High School in Yakima, Wash. Sunnysides Christopher Villanueva pins his opponent in the 145-pound semifinals of the CBBN district tournament on Feb. 4. Davis had two champions in sophomore Jacob Alcala (138) and senior Rigoberto Chavez (182) and the Pirates qualified seven for regional. Benitez remained undefeated at 32-0. over Keegan Green (Liberty) 31-18, Jr. (TB-1 6-5), Joseph Jarman (Mesa) 32-2, Sr. over Adyn Bostick (Sunnyside) 31-4, So. Day-by-day brackets, results, schedule and updates so you can follow all the wrestling action from Las Vegas and the 2023 US Open. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph.. google_ad_height = 90; 220: Darrell Leslie (T) d. Jackson Forsyth (C), for. 155: Ruby Rodriguez-Rios (T) p. Selena Martinez (Pro), 1:01. Sunnyside coaching legend Don Klostreich, who coached the Blue Devils to their first nine state titles from 1979 to 1988, was honored by the Arizona Interscholastic Association on Saturday during the competition. 113: Jose Sanchez (D) d. DeAngelo Negrete (Wen), 3-0. Villanueva, a 4A state runner-up last year, returns to Mat Classic with 14 teammates in their quest for the state title. https://twitter.com/AZPreps365Andy/status/1373454392498610185. . Where to see up-and-coming artists? Leon moves into sixth place on the career championship list: Robert DeBerry moved over to Tucson High and he recorded his 175th state placer this year. Its relieving, Sahuarita head coach Paul Vasquez said. By clicking below to subscribe, you acknowledge that your information will be transferred to Mailchimp for processing. 1973 2nd, 1976 2nd, 1977 . Oklahoma State University Athletics 105: Libby Roberts (Uni) p. Alexia Fabian (Chia), 4:53. American Leadership Academy American Leadership Academy - Gilbert North Amphitheater Apache Junction Arizona College Prep Arizona Lutheran Academy Basha Benson Blue Ridge Boulder Creek Brophy College Prep Buckeye Buena Cactus Shadows Campo Verde Canyon del Oro Casa Grande Casteel Centennial . The online eEdition of the newspaper, which looks just like the paper in your hands now, is published every day of the year on our website. Sunnyside's wrestling team is coached by Anthony Leon, who is entering his fifth year with the program. With two reigning state champions unable to compete due to injury, the Wildcats faced the challenge head on to win the team championship. 1979-Tommy Villanueva 122lb. Over the years I've tagged along with our teams to every corner of the state and somehow haven't missed a Mat Classic in Tacoma since it began in 1989 or the state cross country championships. google_ad_slot = "0858919129"; Sunnyside is going for its 35th state wrestling championship this weekend. 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Sunnyside head coach Anthony Leon watches Christian Rivera, right, wrestle Desert Vista's Damen Miller in the Division I, 144-pound championship match atthe Arizona Interscholastic Association State state high school wrestling championships Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix. He is a former Arizona Daily Star beat reporter for the Arizona basketball team, including when the Wildcats won the 1996-97 NCAA title. The Blue Devils put up 263 points en route to the program's 35th team state championship, by far the most in AIA history. You have permission to edit this article. 126: Yolo Paz (LB) p. Adrian Alvarez (Gr), 0:55. Just focusing on our effort on a daily basis, executing at a high level and just having fun with it.. 138: Forrest Roylance (Oth) d. Samuel Gonzalez (Se), 4-1. Choose the topics that matter most to you. 155: Laura Meyers (Herm) p. Tenacious Villasenor (Kam), 4:05. (Andy Morales/AZPreps365) 192 athletes from Arizona qualified for the 2022 Girls Wrestling State Championships on Saturday after finishing in the top two in their respective weight classes at the various sectionals held in the state. over Anthony Rivera (Chandler) 40-7, Sr. (SV-1 8-6), Maximilian Garibay (Perry) 32-12, Jr. over Henry Ofeciar (Tucson) 33-16, Fr. 110: Jamie Hoffman (Ke) d. Emily Arreola (Davis), 1-0. 132: Rykker Schilperoort (S) d. Ian Anderson (ML), 3-1. Shadow Ridges Ammon Passey wrestles Sunnysides Victor Gonzales during the Boys Division I 150-pound state championship match at the Arizona Interscholastic Association State state high school wrestling championships Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix. 195: Josh Luna (T) p. Aiden Ford (Z), 0:29. Sunnyside standout James Armstrong became the 41st individual to graduate with four state championships. LOUIS, MO - MARCH 18: Head coach Cael Sanderson of the Penn State Nittany Lions reacts during the championship finals of the NCAA Wrestling Championships on March 18, 2017 at the Scottrade Center . Dennis Hernandez (R), 21-7. Proud of my guys, [they] battled over the last three days, Vasquez said. AZPreps365. When that energy isn't available, any coffee shops or breweries work just fine. Winning back-to-back titles is never easy, especially after a talented crop of seniors graduate. 145: Christopher Villanueva (S) d. Joshua Grubb (ML), 6-0. 182: Brandon Garza (Oth) md. State Championship Dates WIAA Live Mobile App Media Ticket Prices Tournament History Allocations: Programs Athlete of the Week Distinguished Alumni Women in Sport Team of the Month Coaches School CoachUp! Once again, USA Wrestling will publish regular update on the 2022-23 state high school champions for both boys and girls. Team scores: Toppenish 365, Othello 177, Grandview 122, Goldendale 84.5, Warden 79, Granger 64, East Valley 49, Naches Valley 47, Zillah 46, Prosser 36, Ellensburg 31, Wapato 24, Mabton 18, River View 17, White Swan 3, Burbank 3. What makes the local craft beverage scene so special? 132: Raul Sanchez III (Wap) d. Jorge Espinoza (Z), 4-1. (Fall 0:30), Carter Holt (Desert Vista) 45-7, Sr. over Erick Garcia (Mountain View Mesa) 44-9, Sr. (Fall 1:47), Aiden Brian (Liberty) 36-11, Sr. over Anthony Garcia (Hamilton) 41-16, Sr. (Fall 0:58), Cristian Rivera (Sunnyside) 27-3, Jr. over Damen Miller (Desert Vista) 44-5, Sr. (MD 8-0), Mitchell Wheeler (Liberty) 31-7, Jr. over Max Woods (Mountain View Mesa) 36-10, Sr. (Dec 3-2), Josh Perez (Casteel) 27-20, Jr. over Jeremy Leblanc (Shadow Ridge) 34-14, Fr. Regional wrestling: Sunnyside boys, both Toppenish teams take titles The 2022 AIA State Wrestling Championships have come to a close. Sunnyside's James Armstrong celebrates his victory in the Boys Division I 120-pound state championship match at the Arizona Interscholastic Association State state high school wrestling. Salpointe Catholics Cyvia Jimenez (6) battles for a head ball withNotre Dame Preps Ella Osmussen (20) during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. The Grizzlies went above and beyond on the mats at Davis, more than doubling the score on the runner-up with a colossal 505.5 points and eight champions to earn the program's fourth straight district title. 100: Mia Zuniga (T) p. Esperanza Alejandre (Z), 1:07. 170: Ameron Bretz (Ton) d. Thomas Sheeley (K), 7-1. Salpointe Catholic's Rylen Bourguet (2) celebrates her goal againstNotre Dame Prep in the closing minutes of their 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. Isai Perez (D), 13-3. Joseph Schuyleman (Wen), 15-0. . Those in attendance at Saturday's CBBN district championships might have a strong opinion on that. WRESTLING: Sunnyside & Sahuarita lead the way at State 113: Eliuth Serra (C) p. Cameron Fonseca (Wap), 0:56. 152: Jake Hubby (Han) md. 285: Jose Pelayo (Eph) d. Jacob Thomas Marks (Pro), 6-1. The Blue Devils, led by Coach Anthony Leon, won the latest state . 138: Jordan Tobias (Ch) p. Jacob Alcala (Davis), 4:43. 130: Lexie Garza (Wap) d. Sara Ortega (T), 4-0. 160: Simon Jones (K) d. Raymond Holycross (Go), 15-11. 106: Wyatt Gutierrez (NV) p. Jayden Vazquez (Wap), 1:35. 170: Thalia Gallegos (Oth) p. Surielah Almazan (Grd), 2:18. Since the historic fourpeat from 1977 to 1980, Sunnyside has always been in the mix with the state elite and George Paulus built a Hall of Fame career making sure of it. Salpointe Catholics Santiago Ballesteros (8) races for the ball against Notre Dame Preps Quinn Galvin (17) during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert, Feb.22, 2022. Jessa Duggan (Han), 16-1. Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members Nick Lee, Jason Nolf, and Aaron Brooks won championships in the US Open Freestyle Championships Friday. Wapatos Lexie Garza (130) and Goldendales Madison Kiemele (135) were also winners. Sunnyside head coach Anthony Leon screams to his wrestlers during the Arizona Interscholastic Association state high school wrestling championships Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix. Team scores: Sunnyside 505.5, Wenatchee 226, Moses Lake 181, Eastmont 167.5, Eisenhower 163, Davis 158, West Valley 62. Division III was the only boys division to crown a new champion. The Grizzlies, who have been runner-up to Chiawana in the last two state tournaments, qualified 15 for Mat Classic and scored 280.5 points. Sunnyside will have double entries at state in six weight classes. 145: Zachariah Delagdo (Ch) d. Joshua Grubb (ML), 8-1. Marcos Torrez (138), Jermiah Zuniga (152), Armando John (170) and Anthony Nava (285) won regional titles over teammates for the Wildcats. For us to score as many points as we did without some of those guys and with the injuries, it was just a special three days., 106: Gabriel Ramirez, Waddell Canyon View, 138: Joseph Misitano, Gilbert Campo Verde, 150: Trent Wikel, Scottsdale Desert Mountain, 165: Brennan Callison, Queen Creek Casteel, 285: Raychon Cardona, Queen Creek Casteel. 195: Andrei Smith (CP) d. Nathan Chavez (C), 8-4. The tournament was held from Feb. 17-19 at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum. google_ad_width = 728; Lee won the title at 65 kg, Nolf took the championship at 74 kg and Brooks did the same at 86 kg. 152: Noe Hinojosa (Z) d. Isaias Lombera (C), 6-0. RECAP: 2017-18 Arizona high school wrestling state championships Sunnyside may have the state's most dominant high school wrestling program, but it isn't the only dominant program. Salpointe Catholic's Trinity Morales (10) uses her body to blockNotre Dame Preps Halle Howe (25) during the 4A State Soccer Championship at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Feb.22, 2022. West Valley junior Sydney Masengale matched Ramos feat, rolling through the 125 bracket with three falls in the first period. UWW Futures freestyle champions crowned, with seven states represented Here's what it is , Palo verde trees are blooming! Spokane 4. The win gives Salpointe back-to-back state titles and its third in four years. by Amalia Carranza (Grd), 17-3. 235: Rebecca Grijalva (Han) p. Amy Ordaz (Rich), 2:08. Keep reading with a digital access subscription. Get an alert when yours is ready. 170: Logan Stolen (Ell) d. Devin Pierce (EV-S), 8-7. Chiawana matched the four regional champions, advanced 12 to Tacoma and scored 242.5 points. 100: Adelina Valencia (Su) d. Natalia Tovar (Pasco), 14-7. If Arizona were to jump the Pac-12 for what it would perceive as greener Big 12 pastures, how viable would the Wildcats' former conference be , Exclusive Q&A with Arizona Wildcats basketball coach Tommy Lloyd, who assesses the state of the roster, the current world of program-build, Pac-12 Hotline: USC and UCLA, in their final season in the league, are the early favorites to finish atop the Pac-12 in men's basketball; Ariz. Matthew Gray (Go), 14-6. 195: Johnny Swartsel (Ok) p. Valentin Juarez (War), 1:31. 120: Ryan Vader (Z) d. Aiden Badonie (Wap), 8-4. PDF Team Champions and Runners-Up - AIA Online 152: Colin Attaway (EV-Y) p. Braydon Flinders (Clk), 1:59. Keep reading with a digital access subscription. 160: Blaise Cross (Rog) d. Alex Anderson (Pro), 9-4. 120: Saul Salinas (Rich) d. Adrian Shima (Ch), 8-3. Salpointe Catholic players celebrate their overtime win in a shootout to win the 4A State Soccer Championship overScottsdale Notre Dame Prep at Williams Field High School in Gilbert Saturday, Feb.22, 2022. PHOENIX The 2022 state wrestling championships were held last weekend at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix. 285: Mateo Armendariz (Su) d. Luke Almaguer (Su), for. Morenci secured back-to-back titles after outscoring runner-up Yuma Catholic 201.5-175.5. 120: Mason Russell (Oth) p. Gabe Weza (Clk), 5:17. over Chris Lopez (Sunnyside) 13-3, So. Desert Vista came in third place 113.5 points and the Thunder produced two individual champions in sophomore Damen Miller (18-0) at 132 and senior Mourece Ramirez (19-0) at 138. Devin Boone (Bur), 10-2. "Just focusing on our effort on a daily basis, executing at a high level and just having fun with it.". Be the first to know about crucial information impacting our community. It offers daily snapshots of the top stories that affect our community, previews of our special coverage and more. After a finishing second behind Basha last year, Peoria Liberty secured the team title by the smallest margin out of any division.