Montini’s quest for record 17th IHSA state championship comes up just short – Shaw Local

Bloomington – Josh Vazakwez passed through his personal goutlet in his first season wrestling at Montini.

Junior on Tuesday defeated Deven KC, Deven KC, his former high school team partner of IC Catholic Prep in a decisive match of the team double -sectional.

The victory converted Broncos into a class 2A dual team state championship on Saturday night at Grosinger Motors Arena.

Wazakwase came for some time to repeat his magic.

The discovery of bronchos for his state records 17th State Championships decreased by 30–28 against the rescue of state champions Washington (sick).

Montini (27–3) lost a decisive match 6–4 at the late Techdown, leading in weight of 285 pounds from 28–27.

“It was really difficult to go out like this, but it was still a great experience, and we still have a lot of youth who are coming back, like ourselves,” said Wazkease.

Vazakwez experienced a heartbreaking “double”. He also lost the 126-Pound State Championship match in overtime.

Wazkease was second in the state in 120 pounds in Vazke’s state, where KC was his companions.

Top wrestlers at Arora Christian -like Arora Christian followed coach Danny Alkokar after assuming the program in IC Catholic Prep.

Wazakwase was selected to start at Montini. His elder brother, an army wrestler, Nain Wazeakes, was a former standout for Bronkos.

“This team was super friendly, and everyone just welcomed me,” said Vazekez.

“It’s great when you start a new season, even with a new team and we did the team very well. Last year they also did not get out of the sectional. ,

Montini's Jackson Lane controlled Washington's Waut Lemon during a 215 -pound match, which IHSA Class 2A Dual Team Set Championship Match on Saturday, 24 February, 2024 in Grosinger Motors Erina in Bloomington.Montini's Jackson Lane controlled Washington's Waut Lemon during a 215 -pound match, which IHSA Class 2A Dual Team Set Championship Match on Saturday, 24 February, 2024 in Grosinger Motors Erina in Bloomington.


In the championship match, Montini and Washington divided Jeet from seven to seven. Panthers had a slight advantage in bonus points.

Montini could not maintain an early lead of 15–3 or 25–15.

Senior David Meora (42–1) closed his remarkable career with a technical decline victory over Panthers Tyler Brown.

The individual state champion showed dazzling technology and explosive athleticism, and gave a blow of high -end leadership, cruelty and skill.

David Meora said, “I have nothing to say that I am very proud of this team.” “It’s a little bittersweet, and I’m tearing right now because I want me to have another year.

“My younger brother Isaac, and other new people, Sofomore and Juniors are going to be able to catch themselves.”

Freshman Alan Wu (25–3), 106-pound state champion, won by a fall for Bronkos.

Freshman Mickey Malizio (113 pounds), Sophomore Kamran Luif (132 pounds), Senior Harrison Kondar (157 pounds) and Junior Jackson Lane (215 pounds) also won.

The 4–1 lane decision on Writ Lemon rose to 27–25 to Broncos.

After winning eight state championships between 1999 and 2010, Mike returned to direct the Bukovski program.

He brought stability, experience and passion.

“You have to give credit to Washington,” he said. “They are a great program, and they wrestled really hard and very well.

“Our children really worked hard, and they had a great attitude throughout the season. Tonight there were times where we needed to be more disciplined. Washington was a more disciplined team. ,

Wazques (48–5) defeated Bronkos’ 46–22 semi-final win on Saturday morning to beat two-time state champions Drew Davis of Chautham Glenwood 1-0.

Casey defeated Davis in a 120 -pound individual state championship.

Everything came almost full cycle.

“It was very crazy,” said Vazakez. “I defeated my best friend and my former coach to take us there. I really proud what we did. There was a great competition throughout the weekend.

“I have lost a state championship match in the last two years, and now it. This is very difficult. I have another year left, and hopefully I will complete it. ,

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