2023 NHSCA Nationals NJ Place Winners

Photo via Jasiah Queen’s Instagram

Freshmen

106- Johnathan Mcginty 4th

113- Mikey Bautista 7th 

120- Seach Hibler 5th

152- Tyler Whitford 3rd

182- Nevin Mattessich

195- David Thomson 6th

195- Dante Deluca 2nd

Sophomore 

126- Pat O’Keefe 5th

126- Billy Dekraker 1st

160- Ryan Burton 3rd

182- Harvey Ludington 1st 

195- Anthony Harris 4th

195- Connor Delaney 8th

Junior

113- Kurt Wehner 4th

106- Jack Bergman 2nd

145- Jonathan Fuller 2nd

145- August Hibler 3rd

152- Jacob Zearfoss 6th

Senior

170- Jasiah Queen 1st

120- Matthew Griffin 5th

145- Giovanni Alejandro 6th

152- Landon Kearns 7th

160- Jake Slotnick 5th

220- Robert Canterino 5th

Brick Memorial’s Ludington Wins NHSCA Nationals

Brick Memorial High School wrestler, Harvey Ludington, made history by winning the 2023 NHSCA Sophomore Nationals championship in Virginia Beach, Virginia, in the 182-pound weight class, where he beat everyone by technical fall or fall.

Photo via Harvey Ludington’s Instagram

Ludington’s victory at the tournament was nothing short of dominant. He defeated every opponent he faced by either a technical fall or a fall, which is an impressive feat at any level of competition, let alone at a national tournament.

His performance throughout the tournament was a testament to his technical ability and his physical prowess. Ludington displayed excellent takedown skills, and once he secured a dominant position on the mat, he was able to use his strength to control his opponents and earn points.

Ludington’s success at the NHSCA Sophomore Nationals is a reflection of his tireless work ethic and commitment to his sport. He trains year-round, often multiple times a day, and follows a strict diet and conditioning regimen to ensure he is in top physical condition for every match.

Brick Memorial High School, Ludington’s high school, is renowned for its wrestling program, and his victory is a source of pride for the school and the community. As a young wrestler with exceptional talent, Ludington’s future is bright, and his victory at the NHSCA Sophomore Nationals is just another step in what is already a remarkable career.

Southern Regional’s Henrich Snatches State Crown as Rams Deliver Six to A.C. Medals Podium

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NJSIAA Boys Wrestling Championships
March 04, 2023 By David Biggy

Matt Henrich doesn’t say a heck of a lot. But he definitely can scream, and everybody in Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall heard him on Saturday, March 4.

“It feels great,” said the Southern Regional junior shortly after climbing down from the top of the podium following his 3-1 victory over St. Augustine Prep’s Brady Conlin to capture the 150-pound state championship…. Read more