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Jeff Upson – PA Power Wrestling November 2014

Top Incoming Freshmen Class of 2015

Presented By PA Power Wrestling

Highlighting this season’s freshmen class in the State of Pennsylvania. Top 50 Freshmen of all

Pennsylvania wrestlers from both PIAA Classes and Prep Schools

By The Numbers

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South West Regional Leads the List with 26 Wrestlers

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Total # of Wrestlers on the list -Top 50 plus 17 Honorable Mentions

18 18 Wrestlers on the list have at least one older brother who competed for the same High School.

3 Freshmen won a 2014 PIAA State Championship; Jake Reigel, Spencer Lee, and Cameron Coy

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New Kids on the Block Every season there are a handful of wrestlers who are poised for success in their rookie seasons of competition. Some freshmen are able to make the adjustment to high school wrestling easier than others. A freshman wrestler often faces older and more experienced wrestlers in their quest for success.

Freshmen wrestlers also face the pressure and hype from wrestling fans. “He’s the next 4-timer” and comparisons begin well before the first whistle blows. The 2014 Top Incoming Freshman Spencer Lee of Franklin Regional thrived from the attention and was untouchable in his rookie season.

There are also those wrestlers who surprise us. There are freshmen that practice hard and improve as the season progresses. They may not be the biggest names in Youth wrestling but grow into their own in high school.

This report is to honor all of those freshmen that will be seeking success right out of the gate. We wish the best of luck to all wrestlers who begin their journey for greatness this season.

#1 Gavin Teasdale

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The Top Incoming Freshmen of 2015

Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 97 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2014: FILA Freestyle World Championships (Cadet) – 92 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: ASICS Freestyle Nationals (Cadet) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 95 lbs. – Undefeated (10-0) • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion • 2013: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 88 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2013: USAW Fargo Freestyle Nationals (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 1 Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Philo Electric Invitational – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 80 lbs. – Undefeated (10-0) • 2012: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 76 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 1 Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2012: South West Regional (Junior High) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2012: McDonogh Duals – 77 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (15 & Under) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 75 lbs. – Eighth • 2011: Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 73 lbs. – Champion

1. Gavin Teasdale

High School: Jefferson-Morgan Class: AA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Champion

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• 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 1 Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (15 & Under) – 77 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champion (Junior) – 65 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PJW Area 1 Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: PJW Area 1 Tournament (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up

It is no coincidence that 2014 Top Incoming Freshman Spencer Lee (Franklin Regional) and 2015 #1 Gavin Teasdale are close friends and training partners. Teasdale has elevated to one of the top incoming freshman not only in Pennsylvania but the Nation. In 2014 Teasdale captured the ASICS Cadet Freestyle National championship at 45 kg/92.5 lbs. and qualified for the FILA World Cadet Freestyle tournament. Traveling to Snina, Slovakia to represent Team USA Teasdale went (2-2) finishing in fifth place. In 2013 Gavin captured the USAW Fargo National Freestyle championship at 88 lbs. Earlier in 2013 Teasdale won his first career Super 32 Challenge Championship in the Middle School division at 90 lbs. after finishing third in 2012 and the runner-up in both 2011 and 2010. Competing in Pennsylvania Gavin has dominated. In five trips to the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championships Teasdale has earned four State Medals including two State Championships. The Rices Landing native has also captured the PJW Area 1 Championship four times, the South West Regional Junior High Championship twice, and the Ohio TOC Championship once. Gavin will be a favorite to capture a PIAA Class AA State Championship at 106 lbs. as a rookie.

2. Sam Sasso

High School: Nazareth Area Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2014: War at The Shore (High School) – 121 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: FloNationals (High School Division) – 106 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 117 lbs. – Champion

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• 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 117 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 122 lbs. – Record of (4-1) • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 85 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 86 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 86 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 80 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 11 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 82 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Third Place

Nazareth Area will bring in one of the top freshmen classes in the State and leading that group is Sam Sasso. The Blue Eagle’s youth career is highlighted as a 2x PJW State Champion and 4x State Medalist. Sam’s most impressive performance came in April 2014 when he competed at 106 lbs. in the FloNationals High School Division. There the eighth grader defeated Nationally ranked high school wrestlers en route to a fifth place finish. In the medal round Sasso defeated North Hills sophomore and 2x PIAA State Medalist Gage Curry (7-3). Sam also owns two MAWA Eastern National Championships and was a 2x Nittany Lion Open Champion in the Middle School Division. In the 2014 PJW Junior High State Championships Sasso dominated the 117 lbs. field earning a technical-fall, a major decision, and three victories by pin fall including the finals over fellow Top Freshman P.J. Crane. The 2x District 11 Junior High Champion has also seen success competing in Freestyle. In 2012 Sasso won the PAWF Freestyle State Championship and also the Phil Portuese North East Regional Freestyle Championship. Sasso will join a talented group of young lightweights for the powerhouse Blue Eagles. Sam figures to fit in around 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. as a rookie and will battle for the top spot on the podium in Hershey.

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3. Gavin Hoffman

High School: Montoursville Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 170 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2014: ASICS Freestyle Nationals (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2014: ASICS Greco-Roman Nationals (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 157 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 175 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 154 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 154 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 157 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 10 Championships (Junior High) – 157 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 160 lbs. – Record of (4-6) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 152 lbs. – Record of (5-1) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 152 lbs. – Record of (5-1) • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 144 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Greco-Roman) – 144 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 142 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2013: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 135 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 138 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Tulsa Nationals (10 & Under) – 110 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 108 lbs. – Third Place

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• 2010: Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 110 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Intermediate) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 93 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 10 Tournament (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 73 lbs. – Third Place

There are few Top Incoming Freshmen with the accolades that Gavin Hoffman possesses. The younger brother of Montoursville Area junior Garrett Hoffman, a 2014 PIAA Class AA State Sixth Place Medalist at 170 lbs., Gavin is poised to outshine his older brother. As a youth wrestler Gavin is a class leading 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion and a 6x PJW Area 10 Champion. If that wasn’t enough Hoffman is also a 2014 FloNationals Middle School Champion and 3x MAWA Eastern National medalist including one Championship title. Competing in Freestyle Gavin is a 2x PAWF State Freestyle Champion and a 2x Phil Portuese North East Regional Champion. Gavin is slated to compete at 170 lbs. at the Super 32 Challenge at the end of October. Having older brother Garrett, as a workout partner and mentor, will help Gavin through his rookie season. Hoffman predicts to compete at 170 lbs. and will be in contention for a PIAA State Medal this season and may own a PIAA State Championship by the time his career is over.

4. Michael Beard

High School: Malvern Prep Class: Pennsylvania Prep Region: PAISAA Projected Weight: 160 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: National Prep Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2014: MAWA Eastern National (Advanced) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 157 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 132 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW Area 9 Championships (13 & 14) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 122 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 9 Tournament (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion

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• 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 98 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Dixie Nationals (10 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2008: PJW Area 9 Championships (7 & 8) – 70 lbs. – Champion

Pennsylvania wrestling fans may not catch a ton of Prep School action but Michael Beard is a name to get used to hearing. Beard is a freshman at Malvern Prep but has competed for the Friars for the past two seasons. As a seventh grade student Beard compiled a (4-2) season record competing at 126 lbs. – 132 lbs. against high school wrestlers. As an eighth grader Beard once again faced high school competition going (13-3) on the season wrestling at three different weights (152 lbs. – 170 lbs.). The Pennsylvania Independent Schools Athletic Association (PAISSA) allows seventh and eight grade students to compete for high school varsity teams during the regular season bot not the Pennsylvania Independent Schools State Wrestling Tournament (PAISWT). The Berks County native competed for Daniel Boone during his PA Youth career where he was a 4x PJW State Medalist and a 2x PJW State Champion. Additionally Michael is a 5 PJW Area IX Champion and a 3x MAWA Eastern National Champion. In 2013 Beard was a Super 32 Challenge runner-up in the Middle School Division. Having the experience wrestling for Malvern Prep against high school wrestlers as a seventh and eighth grader will help propel Beard to the top of the National Prep stage.

5. Quentin Mi ll iken

High School: Cumberland Valley Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 160 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 152 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 152 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 154 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 160 lbs. – Undefeated (9-0)

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• 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 152 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 160 lbs. – Record of (4-3) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 160 lbs. – Record of (5-2) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 147 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 140 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (13 & 14) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 145 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 128 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 120 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2011: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 110 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 72 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 70 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2007: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (8 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 66 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up

A name any PA Youth Wrestling fan is familiar with is Quentin Milliken who will begin his high school career at Cumberland Valley. Milliken, formerly of Mifflin County, is a 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling medalist who captured a PJW State Championship in 2012. Milliken has been on the PA Youth Wrestling scene since 2007. Quentin owns championships from the Nittany Lion Open and Ohio Tournament of Champions. In Freestyle Milliken has won the Phil Portuese North East Regional Tournament and was a 2014 PAWF State third place medalist in the Cadet division. At the Super 32 Challenge Middle School Tournament Quentin was a 2011 fourth place medalist and a 2012 runner-up. Milliken will join a Cumberland Valley line-up full of talent including 3x PIAA State Medalist Patrick Duggan. Expect to see Quentin compete at 160 lbs. for the Eagles and make an immediate impact on District 3 and the State.

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6. Robert Patrick

High School: Ligonier Valley Class: AA District: 6 Region: South West Projected Weight: 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Shippensburg (High School) – 145 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 142 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: MAWA Eastern National (Advanced) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 3 Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 135 lbs. – Record of (7-3) • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 126 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 128 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Mountain Conference Tournament (Junior High) – 130 lbs. - Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 100 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 3 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Mountain Conference Tournament (Junior High) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 95 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW Area 3 Tournament (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2009: PJW Area 3 Tournament (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion

Ligonier Valley wrestling fans will be glad to welcome Robert Patrick to the mats this season. Pennsylvania wrestling fans should recognize the Patrick name at Ligonier Valley, as Robby will be the third Patrick brother to compete for Ligonier Valley. Robert’s older brother Josh was a 4x PIAA State Qualifier and 3x PIAA State Medalist at Ligonier Valley and currently wrestles for Rutgers University. Middle brother Justin was a 3x PIAA State Qualifier and 2x PIAA State Medalist in three seasons at Ligonier Valley before transferring to Kiski Prep. At Kiski Prep Justin was a 2014 National Prep fourth place Medalist and will be a senior this season after gaining a year of eligibility. Younger brother Robby is no stranger to success. Patrick is a 2x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion and 3x PJW Area 3 Champion. Additionally Robert is a 2x Mountain Conference Junior High Tournament Champion and 2x Ohio Tournament of Champions runner-up. In the 2014 PJW State Tournament Robby went unchallenged en route to the 140 lbs. Championship picking up wins over fellow Top Incoming Freshmen Luke McGonigal (Clearfield Area) score (11-5) and in the finals over Trent Hidlay (Mifflin County) score (9-4). Most recently Patrick competed in the Chambersburg Super 32 Challenge Tournament (High School Division) and finished in fourth place at 145 lbs. defeating several Pennsylvania high school wrestlers along the way. Robert is slated to compete at 145 lbs. in the prestigious Super 32 Challenge early in November.

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7. Carnel l Andrews

High School: Greater Johnstown Class: AA District: 6 Region: South West Projected Weight: 126 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 126 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 122 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 119 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 120 lbs. – Record of (6-1) • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 126 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 2 Championships (Junior High) – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 119 lbs. – Record of (8-2) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 117 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 120 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: Brute Empire Nationals (Schoolboy) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 112 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 112 lbs. – Record of (1-2) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 112 lbs. – Record of (5-2) • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 115 lbs. – Third Place

Greater Johnstown wrestling may be moving down to Class AA this season but they are getting an upgrade with freshman Carnell Andrews. At the 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championships Andrews won arguably the toughest weight-class of the Tournament. At 124 lbs. Carnell was able to survive the field that included studs Ryan Vulakh, Caden Mareno, Greg Wert, and A.J. Wilson. Carnell defeated Mareno (3-2) in the semifinals before taking down Vulakh in the finals (3-1). It was not the first time Andrews captured PJW State Gold as he won the 2013 Championship at 115 lbs. in the (11 & 12) division. In 2014 Carnell picked up a FloNationals Championship in the Middle School Division and captured the NHSCA Middle School Nationals Championship. Andrews will have an immediate impact for Greater Johnstown and should adjust well to High School competition. Carnell will make several trips to Hershey and possibly earn multiple medals in Hershey in his career.

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8. Josh Stil l ings

High School: Pennridge Class: AAA District: 1 Region: South East Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 114 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: District 1/SEPA Tournament (Junior High) – 124 lbs. - Champion • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 117 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 112 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 105 lbs. – Record of (1-2) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 105 lbs. – Undefeated (3-0) • 2013: Reno Worlds (12 & Under) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 1/SEPA Tournament (Junior High) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Freestyle State Tournament (Novice) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 91 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 11 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 82 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Intermediate) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PJW Area 11 Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up

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• 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 72 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 70 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: War at the Shore (Midget) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 65 lbs. – Third Place

Josh Stillings is a polished wrestler who has proven himself among the top PA Youth wrestlers. An aggressive grappler, Josh is a 2x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Champion and a 2x District 1/SEPA Tournament Champion. Additionally Stillings has won Championships at the MAWA Eastern Nationals, Ohio Tournament of Champions, Northeast Nationals, and Reno Worlds. Competing in Freestyle and Greco-Roman Josh has earned multiple PAWF State medals including a Pennsylvania State Championship in each style. Expect to see Josh around 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. during his rookie season at Pennridge. Head coach Dan Goetter will miss 2014 State Runner-up Scott Parker but Stillings is a very nice addition. Josh will challenge the top wrestlers from SEPA and do not be surprised if he is battling for a PIAA State Medal come March.

9. Andrew “Gregg” Wert

High School: Trinity Class: AA District: 3 Region: South East Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Shippensburg (High School) – 120 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Cadet) – 120 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 124 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 13 Championships (Junior High) – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 114 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 112 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (High School) – 108 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Junior High) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 102 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (13 & 14) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Champion

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• 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 2 Tournament (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 75 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champion (Junior) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2009: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2009: MAWA Eastern Nationals (Midget) – 62 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 64 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern Nationals (Midget) – 58 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 52 lbs. – Champion • 2007: MAWA Eastern Nationals (Bantam) – 52 lbs. – Champion

Andrew “Gregg” Wert has been winning PA Youth Championships for the last eight years and owns one of the longest resumes of the list. Wert is a 5x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist including a 2x PJW State Champion. Gregg is originally from Lewistown, PA and competed for Mifflin County prior to attending Trinity High School in Camp Hill, PA. Most recently Andrew placed third at the Super 32 Challenge Qualifier in Chambersburg at 120 lbs. finishing ahead of multiple PA high school wrestlers including 2014 PIAA Class AA 106 lbs. Runner-up John Pipa (Bishop McDevitt). In the tournament Wert dropped his first match and rallied of six (6) straight wins to capture third place. Gregg is also a 7x Ohio Tournament of Champions Medalist including a 2x Champion. He is a 2x Nittany Lion Open Tournament Champion and 4x Northeast Nationals Medalist. Competing for Trinity, fellow Top Incoming Freshman Trent Snader will join Andrew, and the two will push each other to succeed at the High School level. Expect Wert to own a collection of PIAA State Medals over the next four years.

10. Blake Barrick

High School: Big Spring Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 182 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Shippensburg (High School) – 182 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 165 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 177 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 160 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 160 lbs. – Record of (2-2) • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – Team Member • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships (Junior High) – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 172 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 175 lbs. – Record of (5-1) • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 180 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Kick-Off Classic (15 & Under) – 175 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 152 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 152 lbs. – Record of (4-4) • 2013: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 142 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 150 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 160 lbs. – Record of (7-3) • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 145 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Tulsa Nationals (12 & Under) – 145 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 130 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 120 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 120 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 120 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 105 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 93 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2008: PJW Area 9 Championships (7 & 8) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Champion

As shocking as it is for District 3 and PA State Wrestling fans – there will be another “Barrick” wrestling for Big Spring. The Bulldogs will welcome freshman Blake Barrick who should have no issues living up to the wrestling family name. Barrick is a talented upper-weight who has found success at the Youth level capturing three Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State medals including one PJW State Championship. Barrick is also a 4x MAWA Eastern National Medalist including two (2) MAWA Eastern National Championships. In 2013 Blake won the Super 32 Challenge Tournament in the Middle School Division. Most recently Barrick was the runner-up at the Super 32 Challenge Qualifying Tournament in Chambersburg competing in the High School Division at 182 lbs.

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11. Cody Mul ligan

High School: Saegertown Class: AA District: 10 Region: North West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 145 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 6 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 6 Championships (13 & 14) – 117 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Philo Electric Invitational – 116 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 112 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 6 Tournament (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 6 Championships (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 72 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2007: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (8 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Champion

After three trips to the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championships that ended in third place medals Cody Mulligan moved to the top of the podium in 2014 winning the 132 lbs. PJW Junior High State Championship. It was no easy task for Cody who earned a hard-fought (1-0) decision in the State Finals over fellow Top Incoming Freshman Jake Hendricks. Mulligan was also a 2x Champion at the Ohio Tournament of Champions and has earned multiple PAWF State medals in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman. Joining a talented Saegertown program Mulligan will have no shortage of workout partners in the practice room. He will be pushed by 3x PIAA State Medalist Tyler Vath who enters his senior season with a (122-19) career record for the Panthers. Junior Nick Monico is already a 2x PIAA State Medalist in two seasons with Saegertown and Mulligan will benefit greatly from having he and Vath as partners. During his rookie season Mulligan will attempt to do what both Vath and Monico did in their freshman seasons by earning a PIAA State Medal. Don’t be surprised if he succeeds in doing just that.

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12. Jake Hendricks

High School: Wyoming Seminary Class: Pennsylvania Prep Region: PAISSA Projected Weight: 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: National Prep Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 140 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 144 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 132 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 13 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 132 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 128 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 120 lbs. – Record of (4-3) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 120 lbs. – Record of (4-3) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 117 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 110 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 90 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 93 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2009: War at the Shore (Midget) – 82 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 73 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 72 lbs. – Champion

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Freshman Jake Hendricks will be joining one of the top wrestling programs in the Nation. The New Ringgold, PA native will begin his high school career at Wyoming Seminary where he will join the 2014 National Prep Tournament Champions. Hendricks will be competing for a starting spot at 138 lbs. and, if successful, will be facing the Nation’s top competition as a rookie. Jake was a 3x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist including a State Champion in 2011. In his PA Youth career Hendricks has captured Championship titles at the Ohio Tournament of Champions. Nittany Lion Open, and the District 11 Junior High Tournament. Jake has also gained success in Freestyle and Greco-Roman winning the Phil Portuese Northeast Regional Tournament Championship in both styles three years in a row. In 2014 Hendricks won PAWF State Championships in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman.

13. Trent Snader

High School: Trinity Class: AA District: 3 Region: South East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Medalist

Career Highlights

• 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Cadet) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2013: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 9 Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 82 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 80 lbs. – Record of (8-1) • 2012: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 75 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 72 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 9 Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Brute Empire Nationals (Junior) – 73 lbs. – Champion • 2011: VACW Holiday Duals – 75 lbs. – Record of (8-1) • 2011: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: NHSCA U.S. Open (Elementary) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: War at The Shore (Junior) – 67 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up

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• 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 60 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: NHSCA U.S. Open (Elementary) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 58 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Brute Empire Nationals (Junior) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Dixie Nationals (12 & Under) – 60 lbs. - Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 58 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Champion • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 50 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 48 lbs. – Champion • 2008: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Third Place

#17 Trent Snader is one of the more recognizable names of the 2015 Top Incoming Freshmen and will be sure to grab headlines his rookie season for the Shamrocks of Trinity. Snader joins freshman Gregg Wert in the lightweights for head coach Chris Bentley and expects to make an immediate impact on District 3 and the State. Trent, an Elizabethtown native, missed all of the 2014 season with an injury but still holds an impressive Youth resume. Four Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State medals that included two State finals appearances highlight Snader’s Youth career. Additionally he owns Championships from the prestigious Super 32 Challenge in the Middle School Division and is a MAWA Eastern National Champion. At the Ohio Tournament of Champions Snader has dominated capturing five (5) medals including the Championship title 3x. Snader is also a Brute Empire Nationals 2x Champion, a Nittany Lion Open 2x Champion, a NHSCA U.S. Open 2x Champion, and a Northeast Nationals 2x Runner-up. If that's not enough Trent has Championships at the Dixie Nationals and War at the Shore Tournament. At the 2013 PJW State Championships Snader dropped a (9-2) decision to #1 Gavin Teasdale but finished in third place defeating Pennridge’s Matt Parker (1-0) along the way. Trent will likely compete at 106 lbs. for Trinity, having fellow freshmen Caleb Bentley and Gegg Wert Jr. as training partners, with Snader likely punching a ticket to Hershey and leaving with PIAA hardware.

14. Ell is Popiolkowski

High School: Canon-McMillan Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 113 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 113 lbs. – Record of (2-2)

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• 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 113 lbs. – Record of (2-4) • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 119 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Cadet) – 115 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 114 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 119 lbs. – Record of (7-3) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 117 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 110 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2011: NHSCA U.S. Open (Elementary) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW Area 4 Tournament (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up

2013 PIAA State Dual Team Champion Canon-McMillan has graduated all of their starting line-up from that season. Luckily for the Big Macs they will be welcoming a talented freshmen class that includes 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion Ellis Popiolkowski. The freshman enters his rookie season as a 2014 PJW Junior High State Champion and a 2013 PAWF Freestyle State Champion. At the 2014 PJW State Championships Popiolkowski stormed into the State Finals picking up a fall in 0:19 seconds in the first round and three straight shut-out victories for a total point margin of (31-0). In the finals he met WPIAL rival Luke Kemerer and picked up a (5-2) win. Ellis is also a 2x Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic and 2x Ohio Tournament of Champions medalist. Popiolkowski projects to compete at either 113 lbs. or 120 lbs. for the Big Macs and will benefit from working out with sophomore Matt O’Block who went (32-11) as a freshman in 2014. At the FloNationals Tournament Ellis took fourth at 119 lbs. in the Middle School Division.

15. Luke Kemerer

High School: Hempfield Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 3 Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 115 lbs. – Champion

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• 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 97 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: PJW Area 3 Championships (13 & 14) – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 97 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 3 Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: McDonogh Duals – 82 lbs. – Record of (4-4) • 2011: PJW Area 3 Tournament (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 3 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW Area 3 Tournament (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion

At #14 sits the younger brother of 2x PIAA State Champion and former Penn State/Lock Haven grappler Jake Kemerer. Younger brother Luke has big shoes to fill but the Hempfield Area freshman has a resume to match the expectations. Kemerer is a 6x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Area 6 Champion and a 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist. Additionally Luke is a 2x South West Regional Junior High Champion dominating the 2014 Tournament picking up three falls, one tech-fall, and a (10-1) major decision in the finals over #28 Brock Godzin. Luke projects to compete at either 113 lbs. or 120 lbs. Kemerer will have the benefit of working out with 2013 PIAA State Champion Sam Krivus and senior Ricky Cavallo. Luke may match his older brother by qualifying for the PIAA State Tournament in all four seasons.

16. Cole Matthews

High School: Reynolds Class: AA District: 10 Region: North West Projected Weight: 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: ASICS Freestyle Nationals (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: ASICS Greco-Roman Nationals (Schoolboy) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 119 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 6 Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 105 lbs. – Record of (6-0) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 105 lbs. – Record of (2-2) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 97 lbs. – Champion

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• 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 6 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PJW Area 6 Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW Area 6 Tournament (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2008: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Runner-up

Yet another younger brother who has big shoes to fill is #15 Cole Matthews of Reynolds. Cole is the younger brother of Adam and Austin Matthews. Older brother Adam was a 2011 PIAA State Runner-up at Reynolds and wrestled for N.C. State. Middle brother Austin was a 2013 PIAA State Champion and the 2014 EWL Freshman of the Year, who will be wrestling for Edinboro after a freshman season at Clarion. In addition to a family tradition for success Cole enters a Reynolds program that is accustomed to winning, a lot. Matthews has done quite a bit of winning himself as a Youth Wrestler. Cole’s resume is highlighted by seven straight appearances at the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament, which culminated into a total of six PJW State Medals, including a PJW State Championship in 2013. At the 2014 PJW Junior High State Championship Cole dropped a 112 lbs. semifinal match to eventual runner-up #14 Luke Kemerer and finished the State Tournament in third place. A month later at the 2014 FloNationals Matthews was able to earn a semifinal victory over #13 Ellis Popiolkowski (3-0) in the Middle School Division. Cole is on track to have a successful career at Reynolds and expect to see him on the podium in Hershey, PA several times in the next four years.

17. Anthony Walter

High School: Greater Johnstown Class: AA District: 6 Region: South West Projected Weight: 170 lbs. – 182 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 182 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Cadet) – 182 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 177 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 170 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 170 lbs. – Champion • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 160 lbs. – Undefeated (4-0) • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 165 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 167 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 2 Championships (Junior High) – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 172 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 175 lbs. – Undefeated (10-0) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 167 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 180 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 150 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 144 lbs. – Record of (2-2) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 144 lbs. – Record of (3-4) • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 2 Tournament (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: NHSCA U.S. Open (Middle School) – 119 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Novice) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Novice) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 100 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 100 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 2 Tournament (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up

The second Top Incoming Freshman from Greater Johnstown is Anthony Walters. The upper weight enters his rookie season as a 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling third place medalist and a 2014 FloNationals Champion in the Middle School Division. Walters is an accomplished youth wrestler who competes often in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman. Anthony is a multiple time place winner at the PAWF State Tournament and Phil Portuese North East Regional Tournament in both styles. Additionally Walters is a 2014 NHSCA Middle School National Champion and a 2013 Super 32 Challenge runner-up in the Middle School Division. At the 2014 PJW Junior High State Championships Anthony suffered a semifinals defeat by #10 Blake Barrick score (5-4) and finished the Tournaments in third place.

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18. Jack Davis

High School: Wyoming Seminary Class: Pennsylvania Prep Region: PAISSA Projected Weight: 106 lbs. – 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: National Prep Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 113 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Cadet) – 113 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 107 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 106 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 106 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 106 lbs. – Record of (2-3) • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 106 lbs. – Record of (3-1) • 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 12 Championships (Junior High) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2014: WVC Tournament (Junior High) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 87 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 87 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (13 & 14) – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 95 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Brute Empire Nationals (Junior) – 78 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 76 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 75 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 10 Tournament (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2011: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up

The second Wyoming Seminary freshman wrestler from Pennsylvania is Hanover Township native Jack Davis. At the 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Junior High State Championships Davis captured the 107 lbs. title defeating #21 Zach Hartman in the finals (9-2) and earned a (3-2) decision over #23 Justin McCoy in the quarterfinals. It was the third time Jack earned a PJW State medal having finished third and eighth previously. In 2014 Davis competed at the USAW Cadet Nationals in both Freestyle and Greco-Roman and was a double Cadet medalist at both the PAWF State Tournament and the Phil Portuese Northeast Regional Tournament. At the Wyoming Valley Conference Junior High Championship Davis remained undefeated on the season, going (25-0), and capturing the 105 lbs. Championship. Like teammate and freshman Jake Hendricks, Davis will certainly benefit from wrestling for a National Prep power such as Wyoming Seminary. As a freshman Jack will most likely compete for the 113 lbs. spot and, if successful, will experience success for the 2014 National Prep Champions.

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19. Francis Duggan

High School: Cumberland Valley Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 195 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: USA Wrestling Nationals Freestyle (Cadet) – 195 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 195 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 187 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships (Junior High) – 187 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Wilson Junior High Tournament – 185 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 145 lbs. – Record of (6-4) • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 144 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Wilson Junior High Classic – 138 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 100 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 98 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 9 Tournament (9 & 10) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Fourth Place

Francis may be the younger brother of Cumberland Valley star Patrick Duggan but he is definitely not the ‘little’ brother. Francis is a strong and well-built freshman who could see action anywhere from 182 lbs. to 220 lbs. for the Eagles. Duggan will hope to make an immediate impact just as older brother Patrick did during his freshman campaign. One of his top accomplishments of his Youth career was his seventh place medal earned at the USAW Cadet Freestyle National Championship. In the 2014 PAWF State Tournament Duggan won the 195 lbs. State Championship defeating current sophomore Cole Nye (Wyoming Seminary) by technical-fall (12-2). In addition to his PAWF State Championship, Duggan captured the 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Junior High State Championship at 182 lbs. downing #36 Isaac Reid (Kiski Area) in the finals (4-2). Francis has improved throughout his career and will flourish greatly from head coach Dave Heckard’s leadership at Cumberland Valley. Duggan should have no issues adjusting to high school wrestling and competing against older opponents in the upper-weights.

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20. Paul “P.J.” Crane

High School: Wyoming Seminary Class: Pennsylvania Prep Region: PAISSA Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: National Prep Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Cadet) – 120 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 117 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 117 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 116 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 114 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 112 lbs. – Record of (9-1) • 2013: Kick-Off Classic (15 & Under) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 95 lbs. – Record of (7-3) • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 11 Tournament (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 60 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 58 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 52 lbs. – Sixth Place

The third freshman from Pennsylvania who will be competing for Wyoming Seminary is Paul “P.J.” Crane. While competing at Hatboro-Horsham as a Youth wrestler P.J. was 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Junior High State Tournament runner-up at 117 lbs. Crane fell in the PJW State Finals to #2 Sam Sasso by fall in (3:36). As a freshman Crane’s varsity action may be limited as returning National Prep Champion Jack Mueller of Texas predicts to compete at 120 lbs, this season. Overall Crane has produced four Ohio Tournament of Champions medals including the 2013 Championship. Whether P.J. sees varsity action as a freshman or not he will have a successful career at Wyoming Seminary in one of the Nation’s top wrestling rooms.

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21. Zach Hartman

High School: Belle Vernon Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Steubenville, OH (High School) – 123 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 107 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 107 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (High School) – 108 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 107 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 105 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 92 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 4 Championships (13 & 14) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 92 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2011: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion

Freshman Zach Hartman is yet another young star for the Belle Vernon Area Tiger wrestling program. Zach is the younger brother of Belle Vernon Area junior Mitch Hartman and projects to compete anywhere between 113 lbs. – 126 lbs. As a youth wrestler Hartman has seen success on several levels including being a 5x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Area 4 Champion. At the PJW State Tournament Hartman captured four (4) State Medals including a runner-up finish in 2014 at 107 lbs. In the State finals Zach fell to #18 Jack Davis (9-2). At the Southwest Regional Junior Tournament Zach captured the Regional Championship twice. In 2014 he dominated picking up three first period falls, a major decision, and a (9-2) victory in the finals at 105 lbs. His performance was similar to his 2013 Southwest Regional Tournament in which he captured the 90 lbs. Championship title. Zach picked up three first period falls including a (0:55) pin in the finals against Pine-Richland’s Hunter Baxter who was a 2014 PIAA State Tournament qualifier.

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Hartman also placed at the Super 32 Challenge Middle School Tournament finishing seventh in 2013. Most recently Zach competed at the Super 32 Challenge qualifier in Steubenville, Ohio and finished as the runner-up at 123 lbs. In the Tournament Hartman pinned Dallas Bulsak (South Park), a 2014 PIAA State Tournament Qualifier, in the semifinals in (1:01). Overall Zach is expected to have an immediate impact in the WPIAL for the Leopards and will benefit from a talented program.

22. Trent Hidlay

High School: Mifflin County Class: AAA District: 6 Region: North West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 140 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 3 Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 112 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 107 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (13 & 14) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 107 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champion (Junior) – 80 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 76 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Seventh Place

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• 2009: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2007: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 60 lbs. – Fourth Place

You guessed it, another younger brother who will attempt to outshine and older sibling. Mifflin County High School welcomes Hayden Hidlay’s younger brother Trent to the Huskies wrestling program. Trent will likely compete near Hayden at either 138 lbs. or 145 lbs. in his rookie season. At the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament Trent was a 6x PJW State medalist including being the runner-up twice. In 2014 Trent was the 140 lbs. PJW State runner-up falling in the finals to #6 Robert Patrick (9-4). Additionally Hidlay has captured a MAWA Eastern National Championship, a Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic Championship, a Northeast Nationals Championship, a Ohio Tournament of Champions Championship, and a Nittany Lion Open Championship. Both Trent and Hayden are registered to compete at the 2014 Super 32 Challenge in November at 145 lbs. Overall Trent is poised for a successful high school career training along side older brother Hayden.

23. Just in McCoy

High School: Chestnut Ridge Class: AA District: 6 Region: South West Projected Weight: 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 112 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 107 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 107 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 2 Championships (Junior High) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2014: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Mountain Conference Tournament (Junior High) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 105 lbs. – Record of (9-1) • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 105 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 100 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 98 lbs. – Undefeated (4-0) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 98 lbs. – Undefeated (6-0) • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Runner-up

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• 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 100 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 92 lbs. – Record of (3-5) • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle State Tournament (Novice) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 91 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: McDonogh Duals – 92 lbs. – Record of (4-4) • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 85 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (10 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2010: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 2 Tournament (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: War at the Shore (Midget) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 60 lbs. – Champion

If there was a Youth tournament taking place Chestnut Ridge freshman Justin McCoy was there. McCoy has an extensive resume that is highlighted by six (6) trips to the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament. At the PJW State Tournament Justin was a 5x State Medalist winning a State Championship in 2012 and finishing as a State runner-up in 2013. At the 2014 PJW State Junior High Tournament at 107 lbs. McCoy fell to #18 Jack Davis in the quarterfinals (6-4) but rebounded to finish in third place. At the MAWA Eastern National Tournament Justin has been nothing but impressive. In total Justin is a 6x medalist at the MAWA Eastern National Tournament including a 3x Champion and 2x Runner-up. McCoy has also captured Championships at the Cliff Keen National Kick-Off Tournament, the Mountain Conference Junior High Tournament, and the Ohio Tournament of Champions. In freestyle Justin earned a 2012 PAWF State Championship at 90 lbs. in h novice division. As a rookie McCoy will join a talented group of lightweights at Chestnut Ridge including 2014 PIAA State Sixth Place Medalist at 106 lbs. Aaron Burkett.

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24. Caleb Morris

High School: Waynesburg Central Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Steubenville, OH (High School) – 109 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 107 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 102 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 1 Championships (Junior High) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 100 lbs. – Champion • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 100 lbs. – Record of (7-3) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 87 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW Area 1 Championships (13 & 14) – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 1 Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 1 Tournament (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 75 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2010: PJW Area 1 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 70 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2009: PJW Area 1 Tournament (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion

Waynesburg Central freshman Caleb Morris will be another lightweight contender for the Raiders wrestling team after senior A.C. Headlee entered high school three years ago. Morris has been a consistent Youth wrestler with six straight appearances at the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament. In his six trips to the PJW State Tournament Caleb has earned four (4) State medals including two runner-up finishes the last two seasons. In the 2013 PJW State Finals at 87 lbs. Morris fell to 2014 PIAA State Qualifier Cole Manley (Altoona Area) score (8-2). Morris was also a 2013 South West Regional Junior High Tournament runner-up at 85 lbs. to #1 Gavin Teasdale (4-2). In 2014, however, Caleb claimed the South West Regional Junior High Championship at 100 lbs. picking up four victories by fall along the way.

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Most recently Morris was a Super 32 Challenge Steubenville, OH Qualifier third place medalist at 109 lbs. and is registered to compete at 106 lbs. in the Super 32 Challenge in November. Morris should not have any issues adjusting to high school wrestling and appears to be well-sized for 106 lbs. Having wrestlers such as Cole Rush and Shaun Wilson to train with will assist Morris this season.

25. Zach Ortman

High School: Parkland Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 11 Tournament (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 60 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 58 lbs. – Third Place • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 52 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2008: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 50 lbs. – Champion • 2007: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 48 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 48 lbs. – Third Place

2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion Zach Ortman enters a Parkland Wrestling program geared for success. Zach is the younger brother of Josh Ortman, a 2014 graduate of Parkland, who was a 2x PIAA State Tournament Medalist and 3x State Qualifier. Zach is no stranger to success either having won the 97 lbs. PJW Junior High State Championship in 2014. En route to the Junior High State Championship Ortman had little trouble picking up two falls, a major decision and two regular decisions along the way. It was the second PJW State Medal Ortman earned having placed seventh in 2008. Zach is also a 2x District 11 Junior High Tournament Champion and 3x Ohio Tournament of Champions medalist. In his freshman season Zach should compete at 106 lbs. for the Trojans of Parkland and will have the opportunity to have PIAA State Medalist Jake Lizak as a workout partner.

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26. Andrew Shedleski

High School: Lewisburg Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 160 lbs. – 170 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 165 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 167 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 10 Championships (Junior High) – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 165 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2012: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 136 lbs. – Seventh Place

Although Andrew Shedleski is not the most recognizable names in PA Youth Wrestling his potential to be successful in his rookie season is high. Andrew was a 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Junior High runner-up at 167 lbs. falling in the finals to #10 Blake Barrick (5-2). It was Shedleski’s second career PJW State Medal. Andrew is also a 2x District 4 Junior High Tournament Champion for Lewisburg Area and a 2014 NHSCA Middle School Nationals runner-up. Shedleski projects to compete around 160 lbs. – 170 lbs. and will have 2014 PIAA State Tournament Qualifier Max Reed as a training partner. Overall Shedleski may not compete on the GIANT Center mats as a rookie but will be there soon enough.

27. Ian Malesiewski

High School: Cathedral Prep Class: AAA District: 10 Region: North West Projected Weight: 182 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North West Regional Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 175 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 172 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 167 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Area 8 Championships (Junior High) – 167 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 177 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 8 Championships (11 & 12) – 160 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 145 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2012: PJW Area 8 Championships (11 & 12) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 140 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 8 Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2010: PJW Area 8 Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 110 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2008: PJW Area 8 Championships (7 & 8) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: PJW Area 8 Championships (6 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Champion

2x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion Ian Malesiewski of Erie, PA will add to a solid group of upper weights for Cathedral Prep. Malesiewski is a 7x PJW State Tournament Qualifier and a 5x PJW State Medalist. Ian was a PJW State Champion in 2011 and 2013 and finished in fourth place at the 2014 PJW Junior High State Tournament in a loaded 167 lbs. bracket. Ian is also a 2x Ohio Tournament of Champions winner, a Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic Champion, a Nittany Lion Open Champion, and a Philo Electric Invitational Champion. Malesiewski predicts to compete around 170 lbs. – 182 lbs. for Cathedral Prep and will benefit from working out with Phil Selker and Michael Hughes. With two (2) PJW State Championships to his name clearly Malesiweski possesses the skills to be successful and should have an immediate impact in District 10 as a rookie.

28. Brock Godzin

High School: Belle Vernon Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 117 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 117 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 122 lbs. – Record of (4-4) • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 105 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 102 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2012: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up

Brock Godzin is a consistent wrestler from Belle Vernon Area who is a 2x South West Regional Junior High Tournament medalist and a 4x Pennsylvania Junior High State Tournament qualifier. Godzin will join a talented Belle Vernon Area wrestling program along side freshman #21 Zach Hartman in the lightweights. In 2014 Godzin was a PJW State Junior High third place medalist at 117 lbs. After dropping a quarterfinals match to #20 P.J. Crane (8-3) Brock stormed back with four straight victories to finish in third place. Godzin predicts to compete anywhere from 113 lbs. – 126 lbs. for the Leopards depending on how the line-up pans out. Don’t be surprised to see Brock compete well against the top WPIAL wrestlers and should have a few trips to Hershey, PA under his belt over the next four years.

29. Dalton Group

High School: Susquenita Class: AA District: 3 Region: South East Projected Weight: 145 lbs. – 152 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 150 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 145 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 142 lbs. – Record of (7-1) • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 142 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 147 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships (Junior High) – 147 lbs. – Champion

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• 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 120 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: NHSCA U.S. Open (Elementary) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Third Place

Freshman Dalton Group is coming of his best Youth wrestling year that included a third place finish at the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Junior High State Tournament. Group has competed at a variety of tournaments earning medals at the Northeast Nationals, Nittany Lion Open, FloNationals, and the War at the Shore Tournament. Competing at 145 lbs. at the FloNationals Middle School Tournament Group finished as the runner-up falling in the finals to #6 Robert Patrick (7-0). Group predicts to compete at either 145 lbs. or 152 lbs. for the Susquenita Blackhawks. Group will be a leading figure for a wrestling program in re-building mode. Expect to see Dalton competing for a spot at the State Tournament as a rookie and beyond.

30. Luke McGonigal

High School: Clearfield Area Class: AAA District: 9 Region: North West Projected Weight: 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North West Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: McDonogh Duals – 142 lbs. – Record of (3-4) • 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 5 Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 114 lbs. – Record of (4-4) • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 5 Championships (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 5 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2011: PJW Area 5 Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 5 Tournament (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Champion

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After winning a Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championship in 2013 at 105 lbs. Luke McGonigal jumped up to 140 lbs. in 2014. Luke is a 5x PJW Area 5 Champion and 4x PJW State Tournament Medalist. In 2014 at the PJW State Tournament McGonigal fell in the quarterfinals to #6 Robert Patrick (11-5) but bounced back with four straight victories to finish in third place. Luke is also a 2x Nittany Lion Open Champion and a Northeast Nationals medalist. McGonigal joins a Clearfield Area program that has a long history of success in Pennsylvania but still is working to get back to that dominance. Luke McGonigal is the most anticipated freshman for the Bison since Nolan Barger and Christian Stone were rookies in 2009. Overall Luke will continue to adjust at a heavier weight but will no doubt find success early in District 9. Based on his string of success at the PJW State Tournament expect McGonigal to make more than one trip to Hershey, PA.

31. Logan Macri

High School: Canon-McMillan Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. – 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Skyline, VA (High School) – 106 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: Tulsa Nationals (15 & Under) – 89 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 97 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 90 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 77 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle State Tournament (Schoolboy) – 77 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Tulsa Nationals (12 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: PJW Area 4 Tournament (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 70 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place

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Canon-McMillan’s 2014 PIAA State Champion Dalton Macri is now at Cornell competing for the Big Red but younger brother Logan will be a freshman for the Big Mac’s this season. Logan has some very large shoes to fill as older brother Dalton was one of the most technically sound wrestlers in Pennsylvania the last several seasons. Logan is a 3x PJW Area 4 Champion and a 2x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist. In 2014 Logan captured the 92 lbs. PJW State Championship. Logan is also a 2x Super 32 Challenge Middle School medalist and will be competing in 2014 at the Super 32 Challenge High School Tournament in November. Logan has also earned medals at the Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic, Tulsa Nationals, Nittany Lion Open, and the PAWF State Freestyle Tournament. Although slightly undersized Logan will compete at either 106 lbs. or 113 lbs. depending on where other Top Incoming Freshman land. Expect to see Logan succeed in high school and se his sights on matching his brothers’ successful career for the Big Macs.

32. Neiko Kuntz

High School: Belle Vernon Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 132 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 132 lbs. – Record of (3-5) • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 130 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW Area 4 Championships (13 & 14) – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 125 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up

Yet another Belle Vernon Area freshman on the list is rookie Neiko Kuntz. The future is bright for Belle Vernon the next several years and Neiko hopes to add to that talent right away. As a Youth wrestler Kuntz is a 5x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament qualifier and a 2x Medalist. In 2014 Kuntz placed third at the PJW Junior High State Championship in a talented 132 lbs. bracket that features five (5) Top Incoming Freshmen of 2015. The middleweight dropped a quarterfinal match to #12 Jake Hendricks by fall in (0:22) but was able to regain focus and knock off four straight victories to finish in third place. Kuntz will see action at either 132 lbs. or 138 lbs. based on where veteran Mitch Hartman ends up. Overall Neiko will help contribute to the Leopards dual strength and should have a successful career.

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33. Job Chishko

High School: Canon-McMillan Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. – 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 87 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 97 lbs. – Record of (3-2) • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 85 lbs. - Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 86 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 90 lbs. – Record of (5-5) • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 80 lbs. - Champion • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 85 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 4 Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 80 lbs. – Record of (8-2) • 2012: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 80 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 4 Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW Area 3 Championships (9 & 10) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 64 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2009: PJW Area 3 Tournament (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2008: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2007: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (8 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 52 lbs. – Third Place

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Freshman Job Chishko will join Logan Macri as the two younger brothers both watched their older siblings earn 2014 PIAA State Championships. For Job Chishko, the younger brother of 2x PIAA State Champion Solomon Chishko, the shoes are even bigger. Job is a talented wrestler who is a 3x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Champion and a 2x South West Regional Junior High Champion. Job is also a 2x Super 32 Challenge Junior High medalist and a 2x Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic Champion. Although Chishko is undersized having won the 2014 PJW State Championship at 87 lbs. the rookie could compete at 106 lbs. this season. Chishko and Macri will both have the opportunity to compete for the Big Macs at 106 lbs. Chishko is clearly a talented wrestler who has the potential to make an impact on both the WPIAL and the State.

34. Timmy McCauley

High School: Cranberry Area Class: AA District: 9 Region: North West Projected Weight: 285 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North West Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 252 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 6 Championships (Junior High) – 252 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 237 lbs. – Undefeated (8-0) • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 252 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 252 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: PJW Area 6 Championships (13 & 14) – 252 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 200 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW Area 6 Championships (11 & 12) – 200 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2010: PJW Area 6 Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW Area 6 Tournament (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Runner-up

Big freshman Timmy McCauley is a talented heavyweight for the Cranberry Area Berries. McCauley is a 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Area 6 Champion and a 4x PJW State Medalist. In 2014 Timmy won his first PJW State Championship at 252 lbs. picking up a decision and three falls including in the State finals. Tim is also a 2x Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic Champion. As a rookie McCauley will join sophomore Robert Fattler in the upper weights for Cranberry Area. Overall Tim will have an impact on both District 9 and the North West Regional in his early years and could make multiple trips to Hershey, PA by the time he is done.

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35. Cameron DeLucia

High School: James Buchannan Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South Central Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 97 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2014: McDonogh Duals – 92 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2009: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 55 lbs. – Champion • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 48 lbs. – Champion • 2008: Brute Empire Nationals (Bantam) – 48 lbs. – Champion • 2008: Northeast Nationals (8 & Under) – 50 lbs. – Runner-up

#35 Cameron DeLucia is a 6x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Qualifier and a 6x PJW State Medalist. Included in those six (6) PJW State Medals Cameron has captured the PJW State Championship twice. After winning back-to-back PJW State Championships in 2011 and 2012 DeLucia had two finishes of third in 2013 and 2014. In addition DeLucia is a MAWA Eastern National Champion, a Brute Empire Nationals Champion, and a Nittany Lion Open Champion. Cameron is a talented lightweight who projects to compete at 106 lbs. for James Buchannan. As a rookie DeLucia has the potential to challenge the top wrestlers in District 3 and provide a much-needed boost to the Rocket’s wrestling program.

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36. Isaac Reid

High School: Kiski Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 182 lbs. – 195 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: McDonogh Duals – 237 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 187 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 187 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 175 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: PJW Area 7 Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 105 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PJW Area 7 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: PJW Area 7 Tournament (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up

Kiski Area freshman Isaac Reid is a 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Qualifier and a 2014 PJW Junior High State runner-up. Competing at 187 lbs. Reid advanced to the finals where he fell to #19 Francis Duggan (4-2). The upper-weight wrestler will join a talented group of wrestlers that include juniors Chad Kuhn and 2014 PIAA State Qualifier Tyler Worthing. Reid is also a 2x Ohio Tournament of Champions Medalist and projects to compete anywhere from 182 lbs. to 220 lbs. for a Cavaliers program that finished (16-3) a year prior. Overall Reid will benefit from working out with Worthing and Kuhn as a rookie and beyond. Expect Reid to have an impact on the WPIAL in years to come.

37. A.J. Wi lson

High School: Solanco Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 132 lbs. – 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South Central Regional Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: McDonogh Duals – 132 lbs. – Record of (5-3) • 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 128 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 126 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 126 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 13 Championships (Junior High) – 124 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 126 lbs. – Record of (3-7) • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 115 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2013: PJW Area 9 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 98 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2011: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up

The Solanco Mules are coming off four years with 4x PIAA State Champion Thomas Haines and 2x PIAA State Medalist Connor Sheehan. Although they can’t be replaced head coach John Little is getting some help with freshman A.J. Wilson. The rookie is a 3x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist. The middleweight wrestler was a 2014 War at the Shore Champion and 2013 Nittany Lion Open Champion. At the 2014 Ohio Tournament of Champions A.J. competed at 126 lbs. and finished in third place, one medal better than #7 Carnell Andrews who finished fourth. Wilson projects to compete around 132 lbs. – 138 lbs. for the Mules. A.J. will benefit from drilling with juniors Wyatt Jennings and Kody Hart both of which were South Central Regional Qualifiers in 2014. Wilson should also become a Regional qualifier in 2015.

38. Noah Levett

High School: Kiski Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 110 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Fifth Place

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• 2013: PJW Area 7 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 7 Championships (11 & 12) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Runner-up

The second Kiski Area Cavalier on the list is #38 Noah Levett who is a 2x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist and a 2x South West Regional Medalist. In 2014 Noah qualified for his third PJW State Tournament and finished a career best fourth place at 112 lbs. After two wins Levett fell to #15 Luke Kemerer in the quarterfinals (9-2) but rallied back with three straight victories to advance into the consolation finals. Levett fell to #16 Cole Matthews (7-2) to finish in fourth place in a loaded 112 lbs. bracket. At the 2014 South West Regional Junior High Tournament Noah was impressive with three falls en route to the 110 lbs. Championship. As a rookie Levett projects to compete at 120 lbs. and will have 2014 Top Incoming Freshman Joey Blumer to learn from. Overall Noah will provide a solid lightweight option for head coach Chuck Tursky.

39. Chris Hisey

High School: Malvern Prep Class: Pennsylvania Prep District: PAISSA Projected Weight: 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: National Prep Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 138 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 138 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Cadet) – 138 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 138 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 138 lbs. – Record of (2-3) • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 135 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 136 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (13 & 14) – 140 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 132 lbs. – Record of (4-2) • 2012: McDonogh Duals – 130 lbs. – Record of (9-1)

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Malvern Prep freshman Chris Hisey returns to the mats after a solid season as an eighth grade wrestler competing on the high school varsity level. In 2014 Chris went (33-7) for the Friars competing at both 132 lbs. and 138 lbs. against high school varsity competition. At the PAWF State Freestyle Tournament Chris placed third at 138 lbs., falling to 2014 PIAA State Qualifier Brock Port (Bellefonte Area) in the semifinals (7-6), but he bounced back to defeat 2x PIAA State Qualifier Zack LeBarron (9-5) to finish in third. Hisey is also a Super 32 Challenge Junior High third place medalist and a NHSCA Middle School Nationals runner-up. Overall Hisey has already proved he is capable of being successful on the high school level and now being eligible to compete in the post-season for Malvern Prep expect him to make a trip to the National Prep Tournament.

40. Dominic Paar

High School: Nazareth Area Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 113 lbs. – 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 112 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 112 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 105 lbs. – Undefeated (6-0) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 105 lbs. – Record of (3-3) • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 91 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 11 Championships (9 & 10) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 91 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 75 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Bantam) – 73 lbs. – Fourth Place

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The second Nazareth Area wrestler is #40 Dominic Paar. The Blue Eagle rookie has been on the PA Youth wrestling scene for several years and his career is highlighted as a 5x MAWA Eastern National Medalist. At the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championship Dominic has earned a total of three (3) State Medals including a fifth place finish in 2014 at 112 lbs. Paar is also a 2x District 11 Junior High medalist finishing as the runner-up in 2014. As a rookie Paar will be in contention for a starting spot on what projects to be a talented Blue Eagle line-up. Paar will have to compete against and train with a group of lightweights that include fellow freshman #2 Sam Sasso and 2014 PIAA State Qualifiers Tyson Klump and Travis Smith. Overall the rookie provides head coach Dave Crowell with even more depth and should have a successful career at Nazareth Area.

41. Mike Cusik

High School: South Fayette Class: AA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW State Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 130 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 7 Championships (13 & 14) – 124 lbs. – Runner-up

#41 Mike Cusick is a difficult freshman to rank with only several appearances in popular Youth Wrestling tournaments but his results indicate a potential for success at South Fayette as a rookie. Mike significantly improved from 2013 into 2014. At the 2013 South West Regional Junior High Tournament Mike was the fourth seed at 122 lbs. but went a disappointing (1-2) in the Tournament. A season later Mike entered the South West Regional Junior High Tournament as the #2 seed with a season record of (23-0) at 130 lbs. and finished in third place. Cusick dropped a semifinals decision to eventual Tournament Champion #48 Kyle Homet of Waynesburg Central (3-2) but picked up a pair of narrow decisions to finish in third place. Mike also improved on his 2013 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling performance. In 2013 Cusick was a PJW Area 7 runner-up at 124 lbs. going (2-2) at his first Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championship. In 2014 Cusick captured his first PJW Area 7 Championship and advanced into his second straight PJW State Tournament. Competing at 132 lbs. Mike advanced into the semifinals, avenging his defeat to #48 Kyle Homet with a (3-2) victory in the quarterfinals, before running into #12 Jake Hendricks and being pinned in (0:35). In the consolation round Mike earned an overtime win before falling to #32 Neiko Kuntz (3-2) to finish in fourth place. Overall Cusick joins a South Fayette team that was the WPIAL Team runner-up in 2014 and returns PIAA State fifth place medalist at 132 bs. Mike Carr. Having Carr in the wrestling room will add to Cusick’s potential for success as a rookie.

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42. Benjamin Radnor

High School: Council Rock South Class: AAA District: 1 Region: South East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: District 1 East Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 102 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 102 lbs. – Champion • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 85 lbs. – Record of (4-6) • 2012: PJW Area 11 Tournament (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: PJW Area 11 Tournament (10 & Under) – 50 lbs. – Third Place

It seems as though Council Rock South always has top-level lightweights and 2015 should be no different with freshman Ben Radnor. Ben was a 2014 Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State third place medalist at 102 lbs. in his second trip to the PJW State Tournament. Radnor was absolutely dominating in his five (5) victories at the 2014 PJW State Tournament picking up three first period falls, a technical-fall, and a major decision. Ben’s only defeat was in the semifinals to #24 Caleb Morris (7-0). Radnor will be alongside sophomore Riley Palmer who was PIAA State seventh place medalist as a freshman for Council Rock South. Radnor projects to compete at 106 lbs. for the Golden Hawks but could see action at 112 lbs. depending on where Riley Palmer ends up. Overall Ben should find success in District 1 and the South East Region during his high school career.

43. Josiah Jones

High School: Westmont Hilltop Class: AA District: 6 Region: South West Projected Weight: 220 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South West Regional Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 220 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Cadet) – 220 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 220 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 220 lbs. – Champion • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 220 lbs. – Record of (2-2) • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 220 lbs. – Champion • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 230 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 212 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Area 2 Championships (Junior High) – 212 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Philo Electric Invitational – 205 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: VACW Holiday Duals – 235 lbs. – Undefeated (10-0) • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 180 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 190 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2013: USAW Schoolboy National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 190 lbs. – Undefeated (7-0) • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 167 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: PJW Area 2 Championships (13 & 14) – 167 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: VACW Holiday Duals – 160 lbs. – Record of (5-5) • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 136 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2012: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 135 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 2 Championships (9 & 10) – 150 lbs. – Champion • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 134 lbs. – Champion

Pennsylvania Junior State Champion Josiah Jones is another talented upper weight for the Westmont Hilltop wrestling program. The Hilltoppers have seen success in recent memory in the upper weights with names such as PIAA State Champion Zac Bennett (189 lbs.) and PIAA State runner-up Josh Duplin (285 lbs.). Josiah, a 4x PJW State Medalist, will provide a much-needed boost at either 220 lbs. or 285 lbs. The rookie has a resume that includes Championships in numerous Tournaments including a MAWA Eastern National title, NHSCA Middle School National Championship, and a FloNationals Middle School Championship. Additionally Josiah is a 2x PAWF State Greco-Roman Champion has competed for Team Pennsylvania at the USAW National Duals multiple times. In 2010 Jones won a PJW State Championship and in 2014 he was a fourth place medalist. Competing at 212 lbs. in the 2014 PJW State Junior High Tournament Josiah fell twice to Belle Vernon Area’s Mike Fine to finish in fourth place. Both defeats came in overtime falling (2-1 OT) and (4-2 OT) to Fine who will be a sophomore this season for the Leopards. Overall Josiah Jones will be facing mostly an older group of opponents but should still hold his own. Expect to see Jones at 220 lbs. and have a successful career at Westmont Hilltop where he could make multiple trips to Hershey.

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44. Denton Porter

High School: Wyalusing Valley Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: District 4 Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 132 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 12 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (13 & 14) – 112 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 110 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 95 lbs. – Champion

#44 Denton Porter is a 2x District 4 Junior High Champion who hopes to replicate that success in high school at Wyalusing Area. Porter is a 3x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Qualifier who earned his first career State medal in 2014. Competing at 132 lbs. Porter advanced into the championship semifinals where he fell to eventual State Champion #11 Cody Mulligan (3-0). Despite falling again in the consolation semifinals to #32 Neiko Kuntz by fall in (3:48) Denton stormed back in his next match to finish is fifth. Porter will be joining a Wyalusing Valley program that includes middleweights Collin Edsell, a 2013 PIAA State Qualifier, and Justin Haley who was a 30-match winner in 2014. Both will be juniors this season and help Porter transition to high school competition. Overall Porter may not have a stacked resume but don’t count him out as a rookie. Denton should fair well in a tough District 4 and expect him to battle for a spot at States in future seasons.

45. Mike Madara

High School: Nazareth Area Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: District 11 Tournament Medalist

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Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 85 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: Dixie Nationals (10 & Under) – 55 lbs. – Champion • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 50 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Brute Empire Nationals (Midget) – 50 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 50 lbs. – Fourth Place

The third Nazareth Blue Eagle on the list is freshman Mike Madara. Mike will join his older brother and senior Matt Madara this season and add even more talent to an already loaded lightweight group. In 2014 Madara won his first career PJW State Championship capturing 82 lbs. in the Junior High Division. Mike also owns Championships at the MAWA Eastern Nationals, Brute Empire Nationals, and the Dixie Nationals. In 2013 Madara won the District 11 Junior High Tournament and place fourth at the PJW State Championships. As a rookie Madara may be undersized for 106 lbs. but still will have a shot at the high school varsity team. Mike will compete with 2014 PIAA State Qualifier Tyson Klump, fellow freshman Dominic Paar, and returning 106 lbs. starter Garrett Snyder in the Blue Eagle lower weights. Once Madara puts on some mass and stops giving up weight he should be a key asset to Nazareth’s success in the future. Although fans may not become familiar with the name this season, anything is possible, and by the tie his career is over Mike may have earned several District 11 Tournament medals.

46. Jaret Lane

High School: Southern Columbia Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Champion

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• 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 88 lbs. – Record of (6-1) • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – 88 lbs. – Record of 6-1) • 2014: USA Wrestling Nationals Freestyle (Cadet) – 88 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 82 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 10 Championships (Junior High) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2013: McDonogh Duals – 77 lbs. – Record of (6-2) • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (13 & 14) – 77 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 75 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Schoolboy) – 70 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2011: PJW Area 2 Championships (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 60 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 58 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: Brute Empire Nationals (Junior) – 60 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2009: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 50 lbs. – Seventh Place

It’s almost as if the Lane’s never stop for Southern Columbia Area! For the second season in a row there is a “Lane” family member in the Top Incoming Freshmen with rookie Jaret Lane. Jaret is the younger brother of senior and Lehigh recruit Kent Lane and cousin to sophomore and 2014 PIAA State runner-up Todd Lane. Like his older brother and cousin Jaret is a successful wrestler who will help Southern Columbia in their quest for PIAA State Dual Team Gold in 2015. Jaret enters high school with a long Youth career that includes four (4) trips to the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Championship and two (2) State medals. In 2014 Lane was a PJW State runner-up falling to #45 Mike Madara in the State Finals (2-1). His most impressive accomplishment came in 2014 when Jaret finished in eighth place at the Cadet Nationals competing in Freestyle. The 2x District 4 Junior High Champion will be a slightly undersized rookie at 106 lbs. this season but regardless Jaret will fair well even against the top competition. Expect Jaret like older brother Kent to have a successful career at Southern Columbia.

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47. Joe Klock

High School: Benton Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 98 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 98 lbs. – Champion • 2014: Schoolboy National Duals (Freestyle) – 91 lbs. – Record of (3-4) • 2014: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 85 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 85 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Greco-Roman (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 80 lbs. – Champion • 2012: PAWF Greco-Roman State Tournament (Novice) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 73 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2012: PJW Area 10 Championships (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2011: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Intermediate) – 65 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Intermediate) – 65 lbs. – Champion

Freshman Joe Klock is a talented lightweight who has experience in Folkstyle, Freestyle, and Greco-Roman. Klock is a 3x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State medalist and a MAWA Eastern National Champion. At the PAWF State Tournament Joe has captured three (3) Greco-Roman State medals and two (2) Freestyle State medals. At Benton Area Joe joins a Tiger wrestling program with a history for success. Klock will benefit from junior Alan Diltz who was a 30-match winner and PIAA State Qualifier in 2014 at 106 lbs. With Diltz likely moving up in weight this season it opens the door for Klock. Competing at 106 lbs. as a rookie Joe has the potential to make an impact in District 4 where he was a 2x District 4 Junior High Champion. Overall, there is no doubt Joe Klock has an impressive Youth resume and only time will tell how that success translates into high school.

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48. Kyle Homet

High School: Waynesburg Central Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 135 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Cadet) – 140 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2014: East Coast Nationals (14 & Under) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2014: PJW Area 1 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 130 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 120 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: PJW Area 1 Championships (13 & 14) – 117 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 120 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 115 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PJW Area 1 Tournament (11 & 12) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 105 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2010: PJW Area 1 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 85 lbs. – Sixth Place

The second freshman from Waynesburg Central is #48 Kyle Homet. As a rookie Kyle projects to compete at 138 lbs. – 145 lbs. and brings a long Youth history with him. Homet is a 4x Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Tournament Qualifier and a 1x medalist. His most impressive result came at the 2014 South West Regional Junior High Tournament where he captured the 130 lbs. Championship. There he was the third seed with a season record of (20-1) but downed #41 Mike Cusick (3-2) in the semifinals and #32 Neik Kuntz in the finals (5-3). In his fourth trip to the PJW State Tournament Homet was defeated by Cusick and fell one match shy of earning a State medal. Kyle is a 3x Cliff Keen Kick Off Classic Medalist, a 3x Ohio Tournament of Champions Medalist, and a 2x MAWA Eastern National Medalist. Homet will enjoy the company of one of the Nation’s top wrestlers with senior A.C. Headlee as a workout partner. Overall Homet shows a lot of promise for Waynesburg Central and has shown improvement throughout his Youth career. Working out with Headlee and facing stiff competition in the WPIAL will only help the rookie transition into high school competition.

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49. Tim Hritsko

High School: Canon-McMillan Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 120 lbs. – 126 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 119 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 117 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 4 Championships (Junior High) – 117 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 115 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 112 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 92 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2013: PJW Area 4 Championships (13 & 14) – 92 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Fifth Place

The fourth Big Mac wrestler in the Top 50 is rookie Tim Hritsko. The 2x South West Regional Junior High Medalist is yet another freshman that will help a Canon-McMillan program that has been hit hard by graduation the last two seasons. Tim’s older brother Josiah competed for the Big Macs the last four seasons. Hristko has earned Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling Medals in his last two trips to the State Tournament picking up a fifth place finish in 2014. At the 2014 South West Regional Junior High Tournament Tim was seeded third at 115 lbs. with a season record of (18-3). Tim went (5-1) finishing in third place and picking up four falls along the way. His only defeat came to #28 Brock Godzin in the semifinals (2-1). Tim has also earned medals at the Cliff Keen National Kick-Off Tournament and the FloNationals Middle School Tournament. Talent will surround Tim as fellow freshman #14 Ellis Popiolkowski and sophomore Matt O’block, a 30-match winner as a freshman, both will provide valuable training. Tim, like older brother Josiah, should have a successful career for the Big Macs.

50. Jake Cole

High School: James M. Coughlin Class: AAA District: 2 Region: North East Projected Weight: 152 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 147 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 12 Championships (Junior High) – 147 lbs. – Champion • 2014: WVC Tournament – (Junior High) – 145 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 136 lbs. – Runner-up

Freshman Joke Cole of James M. Coughlin High School rounds out the Top 50. Jake’s older brother Paul graduated in 2014 and had over 60 career wins for Crusaders. In 2014 Jake was a Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling State Medalist at 147 lbs. finishing in fifth place. Cole is also a WVC Junior High Champion and a MAWA Eastern National runner-up. As a rookie Cole will be competing anywhere from 145 lbs. to 160 lbs. for a Coughlin program that is still trying to get to the top of District 2. Despite his limited Youth resume Jake could prove to be a top wrestler in District 2 by the time his career is finished.

HM. Leno Ciotti

High School: General McLane Class: AAA District: 10 Region: North West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. – 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: PIAA State Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: PJW Area 8 Championships (Junior High) – 102 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 8 Championships (11 & 12) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2011: PJW Area 8 Championships (9 & 10) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Cliff Keen Kick-Off (10 & Under) – 70 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 8 Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 60 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: PJW Area 8 Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Third Place • 2007: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (8 & Under) – 50 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2007: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 44 lbs. – Third Place • 2007: PJW Area 8 Championships (10 & Under) – 45 lbs. Runner-up

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HM. Tyler Delorenzo

High School: East Stroudsburg Area South Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: District 11 Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Super 32 Qualifier – Shippensburg (High School) – 138 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: Flo Nationals (Middle School) – 145 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 140 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 115 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW Area 11 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Sixth Place

HM. Paul Feite III

High School: Northern York Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South Central Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 107 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships (Junior High) – 107 lbs. – Champion • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 90 lbs. – Champion

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HM. Caleb Hetrick

High School: Brookville Area Class: AA District: 9 Region: North West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North West Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: ASICS Freestyle Nationals (Schoolboy) – 144 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: ASICS Greco-Roman Nationals (Schoolboy) – 144 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2014: PJW Area 5 Championships (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2013: PJW Area 5 Championships (11 & 12) – 115 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Third Place • 2011: PJW Area 5 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Nittany Lion Open (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 5 Tournament (9 & 10) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up

HM. Jason Jones

High School: Saucon Valley Class: AA District: 11 Region: South East Projected Weight: 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 140 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Cadet) – 138 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Cadet) – 132 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Cadet) – 132 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Freestyle) – 132 lbs. – Record of (2-6) • 2014: USAW Cadet National Duals (Greco-Roman) – Team Member • 2014: PJW Area 11 Championships (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 140 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 132 lbs. – Third Place

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HM. Josh Mason

High School: Blue Mountain Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 105 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2014: PJW Area 13 Championships (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Third Place • 2013: PJW Area 9 Tournament (11 & 12) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 82 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 85 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 80 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 76 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2012: PJW Area 9 Tournament (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 78 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2011: PAWF Freestyle States (Novice) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PAWF Greco-Roman States (Novice) – 70 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PAWF Freestyle States (Intermediate) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2009: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Midget) – 56 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2009: War at the Shore (Midget) – 56 lbs. – Runner-up • 2008: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Bantam) – 55 lbs. – Eighth Place

HM. Jason Montgomery

High School: Bethel Park Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 138 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 124 lbs. – Sixth Place

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November 2014

• 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 124 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 122 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 124 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 105 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 90 lbs. – Third Place

HM. Michael Muron

High School: Freedom Area Class: AA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 145 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South West Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 140 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 125 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 4 Championships (13 & 14) – 125 lbs. – Champion • 2011: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2011: PJW Area 4 Championships (9 & 10) – 95 lbs. – Champion

HM. Louis Newel l

High School: Seneca Valley Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 92 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 92 lbs. – Runner-up • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 85 lbs. – Seventh Place

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November 2014

• 2013: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2012: PJW Area 7 Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: PJW Area 7 Championships (9 & 10) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up

HM. Ryan O’Grady

High School: Nazareth Area Class: AAA District: 11 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. – 113 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: North East Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: War at The Shore (Intermediate) – 102 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: MAWA Eastern National (Advanced) – 100 lbs. – Third Place • 2014: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 95 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 90 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 84 lbs. – Champion • 2013: Nittany Lion Open (Middle School) – 82 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: District 11 Tournament (Junior High) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Super 32 Challenge (Middle School) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Phil Portuese NE Regional Freestyle (Schoolboy) – 77 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: PAWF Freestyle State Tournament (Schoolboy) – 70 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: Nittany Lion Open (11 & 12) – 70 lbs. – Champion • 2012: MAWA Eastern National (Intermediate) – 75 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 66 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: PJW Area 11 Championships (9 & 10) – 60 lbs. – Third Place • 2010: MAWA Eastern National (Junior) – 58 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 54 lbs. – Eighth Place

HM. Jake Pollack

High School: Shaler Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

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Career Highlights

• 2012: PJW State Championships (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2012: PJW Area 7 Tournament (11 & 12) – 100 lbs. – Runner-up • 2011: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (12 & Under) – 95 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (10 & Under) – 85 lbs. – Third Place

HM. Garrett Reinsfelder

High School: Shaler Area Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 120 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 117 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 100 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: Cliff Keen Kick-Off Classic (10 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Third Place

HM. Cole Rhone

High School: Benton Area Class: AA District: 4 Region: North East Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: District 4 Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2013: PJW State Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2013: PJW Area 10 Championships (13 & 14) – 82 lbs. – Champion • 2013: District 4 Tournament (Junior High) – 85 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Brute Empire Nationals (Junior) – 73 lbs. – Third Place • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Schoolboy) – 68 lbs. – Runner-up • 2012: PJW Area 10 Tournament (11 & 12) – 65 lbs. – Champion • 2011: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 60 lbs. – Fifth Place

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• 2010: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 55 lbs. – Runner-up • 2009: PJW Area 10 Championships (9 & 10) – 50 lbs. – Runner-up

HM. Ben Salas

High School: Pine-Richland Class: AAA District: 7 Region: South West Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: WPIAL Tournament Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PAWF Freestyle States (Schoolboy) – 98 lbs. – Fourth Place • 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 97 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2014: PJW Area 7 Championships (Junior High) – 97 lbs. – Champion • 2014: South West Regional (Junior High) – 90 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: Cliff Keen National Kick-Off (15 & Under) – 92 lbs. – Champion • 2013: PJW Area 7 Championships (11 & 12) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2013: South West Regional (Junior High) – 75 lbs. – Champion • 2012: Ohio Tournament of Champions (Junior) – 79 lbs. – Eighth Place • 2011: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 65 lbs. – Third Place

HM. Connor Smith

High School: Carlisle Area Class: AAA District: 3 Region: South Central Projected Weight: 106 lbs. Projected 2015 Finish: South Central Regional Qualifier

Career Highlights

• 2014: PJW Junior High State Championships – 97 lbs. – Seventh Place • 2014: PJW Area 9 Championships – 97 lbs. – Runner-up • 2014: MAWA Eastern National (Advanced) – 105 lbs. – Sixth Place • 2013: NHSCA Middle School Nationals – 85 lbs. – Seventh Place

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• 2011: Northeast Nationals (12 & Under) – 115 lbs. – Fifth Place • 2010: PJW State Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2010: PJW Area 9 Championships (9 & 10) – 105 lbs. – Champion • 2010: Northeast Nationals (10 & Under) – 105 lbs. – Third Place • 2009: MAWA Eastern National (Midget) – 105 lbs. – Fifth Place