(AMY HERZOG / THE MORNING CALL) Devon Britton stepped off the podium at last month's Liberty's Holiday Wrestling Classic with a championship trophy in his hands and a smile on his face. Hunter Cleaver (1-2) v. Sr. Colby Duffy (2-6), 145: Sr. Jared Kukor (7-8) v. Fr. However, this is a throw the records out the window event. Kids on both sides of the river are raised that the most important thing you can do is beat Easton or P'burg, whether it's wrestling, football, darts, or tiddly winks (in fact, the two teams are having a contest to see which school can get more twitter followers before the match @PBurgHSWrestlin and @EastonWrestling).Naturally, the venue for tonight's match is second to none. The senior goes to early-morning workouts, asks a lot of questions and spends extra time working on his weaknesses. That was evident early with Zastownys pin, Connor Hilles decision at 175 and Caleb Riveras pin at 190, where Easton was without Michael Hynes because of injury. Easton's Christopher Kelly, right, show here in a file photo from the Escape the Rock tournament, won by technical fall for the Red . It was as bad as Ive ever seen. Lopez earned the most aggressive wrestler award winner. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. 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East Stroudsburg North beat East Stroudsburg South last week for only the second time in 22 years, 37-36. Fittingly, Turner supplied perhaps the best perspective. Saucon Valley beat Kutztown 78-0 in the first round. I couldnt let him dictate the match.. Karam is in his second season in charge of the Red Rovers, his alma mater. The two schools have locked horns every year since 1948,. Several former wrestlers, for both Easton and Pburg, have returned as assistant coaches, but Jiorle and Thompson remain the only two to ascend to head coach status. We didnt sign up for almost.. It worked. No. For over one hundred years, our schools have provided safe, healthy, competitive, and rewarding school environments for our students. Liam Packer (5-6); 150: Jr. James Geiger (13-8) vs. Sr. Matt Donofrio (11-8); 157: Jr. Dylan Reed (5-4) vs. Jr. Hunter Cleaver (14-7); 165: Jr. Jayden Hazzard (1-8) vs. Sr. Nate Zastowny (9-5); 175: Jr. Giovani Macario (12-11) vs. The 1997 team won just three state medals but they were all golds! By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Show Caption of By Keith Groller | The Morning Call PUBLISHED: January 12, 2023 at 9:04 a.m. | UPDATED: January 12, 2023 at 2:52 p.m. Jim Pokrivsak grew up on Easton's South Side and played. I wanted to protect that (record). Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. EASTON, Pa. - Phillipsburg won eight of 13 bouts to post a 33-23 win over rival Easton on Saturday at the 25th Street Gymnasium. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Referee: Chris Grammes. To a point, they could be correct. The win was Pburgs third in a row over Easton, the longest such streak since the nine-match run from 1963-72. Plus, news, tidbits, analysis and maybe some fun every day. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. But you just cant. Lopez is part of the first Phillipsburg senior class since 1972 to go unbeaten against Easton (3-0; no match last season because of COVID restrictions). But coach Jody Karam said there was a slight improvement from last Saturdays 40-19 home loss to Northampton. All of the kids on this team have improved a lot, he said. It will make for a memorable moment to see them back, and should give the current Rovers a real boost. There arent too many opportunities. EASTON, PA - Due to the weather, the much-anticipated July fireworks display that was rescheduled from the Heritage Day for this . 5, Series: Easton leads 63-17. 3 Isaiah Reinert (17-7), 195: Sr. No. Where: 25th St. Gym, Easton Area High School. Wayne McIntyres pin at 189 clinched it for coach Matt Hogans Timberwolves. Parklands Alex Neely was second at 189, losing to returning state medalist Bryce Molinaro of Hazleton Area 9-3 in the final. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The more wins John gets, the more self-confidence he gets.. All rights reserved (About Us). All rights reserved (About Us). Thursday night, about 3,500 residents of the area around the Forks of the Delaware (and more than a few from points beyond) will hurriedly gobble down supper and, in an advanced state of excitement, head for Lafayette Colleges Kirby Field House. Steel Valley Wrestling Club was founded in August 2019 to provide quality training opportunities to all genders from kindergarten to high school and to grow wrestling in Easton PA & the Lehigh Valley through collaborative efforts from coaches, parents, and wrestlers. 0. The NJSIAA uses 14, meaning the Stateliners had to subtract a regular wrestler, and it had to come from the upper part of the order. 106: Chris Kelly (E) tech. Thats a good indication of how low-keyed the sport was at Pburg back then, because when Stem was a sophomore 1955-56 the sport had been in existence eight years. $45.70. The Phillipsburg School District, located in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, has enjoyed a long heritage of educational commitment to its children. Wilson and Liberty were 3-2 in the tournament. Kyle Craig | For lehighvalleylive.com We had one senior out there tonight, they had six.. We knew what we signed up for when we took this job. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. In fact, I bit him to stay off my back!. Before every match, Till I collapse by Eminem gets my blood going, the senior 113-pounder said. each. We encourage our children to be active learners so that they may grow and be able to apply their knowledge to experience . 5 Jacob Wicks (11-8) v. Fr. Easton Area High School graduate and Nebraska associate head coach Bryan Snyder at a clinic at EAMS in the fall. The Rovers need to limit the Stateliners' opportunity to score bonus points because it would appear Phillipsburg will have more chances to score them. The talent level is stronger and deeper. The 42-point margin is the largest ever run up by Phillipsburg over the Rovers. The smile. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. 4 in the region by lehighvalleylive, ruined what could have been a remarkable week of accomplishment from Easton (13-5), ranked No. It was really fun, Lopez said. Some wont even eat at home, figuring they can grab a hot dog or two at the gym. 50/50 Raffle & More! RELATED:Check out our top 10 wrestlers ranked pound-for-pound. Fun & Games. Three years ago, officials from both schools agreed to move the match out of Eastons 25th Street Gym and Pburgs fabled Pit and up to Lafayette for the simplest of all reasons: to give more fans the opportunity to see it. 4 by lehighvalleylive; Easton No. Brad Wilsons analysis and prediction: There are rumors of major Stateliner lineup changes coming; we tried to anticipate some of them with the ors above, but well have to see. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Trevor Gitski was 3-0 at 285. So. He kept working and even though hed been ridden out for two minutes (in the third period) he was doing enough and started to believe in himself. I used to get right up to the edge of the mat and slap the floor, cheering for my two older brothers (Jim and Jack, who also won a state title, the year before Ricks first). For Pburg, Jan Dutt was 2-8 from 1970-80, and Thompson was 2-6 in his first go-round. John Wargo (13-7). New Jersey High School Sports; Easton vs. Phillipsburg: Year-by-year results for the storied Thanksgiving rivalry game. PIAA AAA Championships at Giant Center, Hershey. Barry Rutt (one of Powells assistants at the time) couldnt even get in, Powell says. Im sure if you talk to kids who once competed on either side theyll tell you its something theyll always remember, too.. In those days, there was no PIAA team tournament (that started in 1999) so the team winner at the individual tournament was recognized as state champs. 4 (at 132) Joe Innamorato (11-5) v. Sr. Anthony Daiello (6-8), 132: Innamorato or Jr. Jason Tino (13-9) v. Jr. Kyron Bryson (6-6), 138: Tino or Fr. But Easton looked to be able to bounce right back with senior Oliver Fairchild, ranked No. In fact, we were sort of a doormat. They got a chance to go out there and demonstrate their talent and ability for all to see. 2 by LVL at 139, taking on Geleta, who Fairchild had thumped 13-4 less than a month ago at the Bethlehem Holiday Wrestling Classic. Gavin Hawk (20-5); 126: Jr. Oliver Fairchild (17-5) vs. Sr. James Day (19-2); 132: Fr. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Published July 16, 2023 at 10:55 AM. Brad Wilson's Analysis: If momentum means anything, go with Easton. East Stroudsburg North was 1-2 at Central Bucks Easts Duals. Simply stated, Easton was a wrestling powerhouse from Day One; Pburg was anything but, until Turner came on the scene in 1961. Phillipsburgs approach to fundamentals was so solid Gentzle could have said something similar about almost every Stateliner who wrestled. Get the latest Lehigh Valley PA Local News, Easton, Bethlehem, Allentown, Phillipsburg, Warren County, Slate Belt, Upper Bucks news, sports & US breaking News. Those five wins pushed the Panthers record to 10-0 this season and 300-122 in head coach Kurt Handels 21 seasons. Plus, Collin Neal (21-8) caught state 3A No. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Both Easton's Dominic Falcone (left) and Phillipsburg's Jacob Wicks will likely play key roles in Thursday's 83rd meeting between the two archrivals on the mat.Saed Hindash | For lehighvalleylive.com. So. The match has been sold out for over a week, and expects to be an electric atmosphere. Since the two schools began wrestling, Easton has the most state champions in Pennsylvania with 35 and Phillipsburg is second in New Jersey with 33. Regional rankings by lehighvalleylive:. Its not so much what I brought to the program; I think the things were in place when I got there. Tim Wynkoop | lehighvalleylive.com contributor, By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our. The Stateliner fans almost blew the roof the gym with that one as fans leapt from the stands in joy. Matthew Donofrio (8-9) v. So. Brad Wilson's analysis: This should be a very close and very competitive dual meet. A very effective lid. Manny Lopez (120), Kevin Malone (152-160) and Evan Raposo (152-160) also were 2-1 each. After Lukes pin, I was looking down the tunnel (of Pburg wrestlers) and John had the biggest smile on his face, Phillipsburg head coach Brad Gentzle said. Potential matchups, Phillipsburg wrestler listed first, rankings lehighvalleylive: 106 pounds: Fr. Their 1988 football game was the first ever nationally televised high school game (ESPN2) and ESPN came back for the 100th anniversary in 2006. Phillipsburg's only three-time state wrestling champion. 1-ranked Jade Pepe of Wyoming Area in the 120-pound semifinals. EASTON-PHILLIPSBURG WRESTLING MATCHES GO BACK 45 YEARS By Morning Call | Staff Report PUBLISHED: February 9, 1992 at 5:00 a.m. | UPDATED: October 3, 2021 at 11:35 a.m. The Red Rovers still lead the series 64-21, but the Stateliners have won seven of the last nine duals between the archrivals. THE EASTON LIONS CLUB presents Most Outstanding Player awards at the Easton . The Stateliners (9-1) had all five of the matchs pins to secure the largest margin of victory against their rivals. One of the days best matches was Delaware Valleys Zac Jacaruso, a returning 3A state runner-up and state No. The first thing that strikes a person researching the history of the rivalry as unusual is how lopsided it is: Easton has 42 wins, Pburg just 12. Only one, Thad Turner, whose 8-1 record against the Red Rovers accounts for fully two-thirds of Pburgs victories, even had a winning record. Molinaro is ranked third in the state. 2006 - Present FloSports, Inc. All rights reserved. 2 at 126 pounds by lehighvalleylive.com, scored a takedown with 35 seconds left in the third period to top Oliver Fairchild, ranked No. He also lost to Wagner for fifth place in the state. I am very honored.. There were great kids there when I arrived, tough-nosed kids whod go out and battle for you. 2 24w Nolan Krazer (5-12), 113: So. Given that the duals final three bouts were, from Eastons point of view, at worst tossups and at best all bouts the Rovers were favored in, a Fairchild victory would have put the Red Rovers in a winning position. Freedom led the locals with a sixth-place finish. Series: Easton leads 61-19, but Phillipsburg has won five of the last seven meetings, including 40-22 the previous two meetings in 2019 and '20. Standings Power Points 2022-2023 Schedule / Scoreboard Subscriber Exclusive North Jersey Wrestler of the Year, Coach of the Year & other postseason honors, 2023 Ryan Patti | NJ Advance Media for. Then today I was looking to get a few more tackles in.. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Scroll down for all the facts. This means the world to me, said Pburg senior co-captain Miguel Lopez, whose stack-em-up pin over Brendan Bowman at 113 won him the Most Aggressive Award for the match and marked the moment when it was clear the Stateliners were on their way to history. Phillipsburg, thanks to an award-winning star turn by sophomore Luke Geleta, some savvy strategy from head coach Brad Gentzle and his staff, and a powerful performance at the upperweights, had just defeated Easton 33-23 on Saturday night in front an SRO crowd at the Red Rovers 25th Street Gym. With the match at Easton, the PIAAs 13 weights were in use. Lackawanna Trail won the team title. The Stateliner sophomores classmate, Gavin Hawk, ranked No. The Easton and Phillipsburg teams from 1993 were brought back to play a rematch in early April 2009; Phillipsburg won the game 27-12. . He weighed 154 but, for the good of the team, he wrestled at heavyweight. Marco Albanese (132) and Nick Velde (138) had three bonus-point wins. No. Karam was not in the mood for consolation thoughts afterwards, though he acknowledged Saturday was worlds ahead of last years 51-9 loss to the Liners. Join us on Saturday, July 22nd at Tatamy Park for quoits, food, beverages, & fun! The Red Rovers still lead the series 64-21, but the . Your source for hold-by-hold Phillipsburg Wrestling coverage. [The seniors] can say something that nobody else under the age of 80 around here can say, first-year Phillipsburg head coach and Easton graduate Brad Gentzle said. 5 Gage Horvath (11-7) v. So. More importantly, though, he turned Pburg from a wrestling mediocrity into the powerhouse it remains today. I do savor those nine years; they were special. I tried but I usually wasnt too successful.. I didnt know I was bumping up until coach sent Hunter out, Hille said. Joe Innamorato, top, and his Phillipsburg teammates are looking to take down Nolan Krazer and Easton for a third year in a row Tuesday in The Pit. Not since the legendary Thad Turner with his equally legendary teams in the 1960s, when he won nine rivalry duals in a row, has Phillipsburg wrestling dominated Easton like this. Freedoms Reinaldo Lebron beat Bangors Landon Uhler 14-6 to take third at 126. Karam said the Rovers overall effort was better than it had been in Saturday nights 40-19 loss to Northampton, which he called the lowest of the low, as bad as I have ever seen., Losing to Northampton the way we did is not what we are about, he said. That the Stateliners were in such a position was because they executed their game plan almost perfectly. User Agreement, It also will be shown on Phillipsburgs Stateliner Sports YouTube channel. I thought wed have to go out with three tossups, he said. 1 in the region at 132/133 by lehighvalleylive, who was awarded the Brad Weaver Memorial Award as the Most Outstanding Wrestler of the match. Easton girls had six medalists: Amri Shepherd and Aubre Krazer were first; Avery Williams and Jalyn Ortiz were second; Roxi Castillo and Kayla Reinert were third. Find Lehigh Valley high school sports on Facebook. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 7/1/2023). Phillipsburg not only had another win over its archrival but showed a nice bounce back from Thursdays 42-12 loss to Southern Regional. @bradwsports. If you havent already, please activate your digital access. Aanbeveling van Ondernemersvereniging OostKapelle: "Doriet, wat heb je een prachtige video gemaakt van het Ringrijden in Oostkapelle. The Stateliners top wrestlers delivered. But the Stateliner held on 13-11. Weve got a lot of leaders on this team. Dimitri Jandrasics (10-5), 152: Sr. No. Very appreciated and kind of you. That was good, though Gentzle is a perfectionist. I was fortunate in that when I got to Phillipsburg we had some great people there, some great wrestlers, who made my success possible. Find more news articles and stories from Allentown, Bethlehem & Easton online at lehighvalleylive.com. The teams did not meet last season for the first . The Pohatcong Elementary School social studies teacher previously was a Stateliners assistant for 12 years. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our. Previous high: 42, 2020. Among the noteworthy matches, Freedoms C.J. The echoes of the celebration still ring in an observers ear. P'burg will want Meyer to wrestle Krazer if possible, for example. Jackson Albert took down No. 1:36:48 Yes, thanks for providing the feed! So. In front of an absolutely packed house at P'burg, the fiery, ferocious and fast Stateliners put on. But now Easton came to its wheelhouse of power, and Phillipsburg responded. To score 40, 42 and 51 points against Easton, they are all deserving. By browsing this site, we may share your information with our social media partners in accordance with our. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 4/4/2023), Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (updated 7/1/2023). 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