Wrestling Demonstrates Exceptional Effort Throughout Season

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SIDNEY AUNG
Staff Writer
After dedicating countless hours towards preparing for Almont League, the wrestling team has proven their skills once again this season. Their preparation and hard work allowed a significant number of members to qualify for CIF. In league, the team took an impressive 4-1 record, losing only to the Schurr Spartans, which ended a 13-match winning streak.
“Most of our matches against Schurr were only lost by a point or two. The important thing is that we redeemed ourselves and came into the league finals and won against the same wrestlers we had previously lost to at home,” said Head Coach Mike Williams.
At the league finals, the members of the team displayed exceptional effort and talent. Four members took first place in league, and an MVP title was awarded to Captain Hugo Perez, who also placed third in league. The participants who qualified for CIF include two freshmen, four juniors and three seniors.
“I’m confident about CIF this year and I plan on being successful this year. As long as I stay focused, I know I can bring Alhambra back a CIF championship,” said Captain Hugo Perez.
It is crucial that they stay in shape throughout the offseason in order to be well prepared for next year’s league season, which the Moors plan to start with nothing less than an undefeated record. In order to accomplish this goal, the upcoming varsity squad has to prepare both physically and mentally in practice.
“It’s important that we maintain a tough attitude during practice because it will ultimately translate into our performance during matches,” said Perez.
The team consists of a large number of young players who are excited to be the stars of next year’s wrestling squad. Under the guidance of an experienced senior lineup who will be graduating this year along with a seasoned coach, the prospective players feel confident in their abilities to fill in the respective varsity spots.
“I’m always disappointed to see my seniors leave, especially when they have matured as much as they have. However, we have a solid lineup next year and I have confidence in their abilities,” said Williams.