As the wrestling season continues, the wrestling team is focusing on commitment and steady improvement in preparation for league finals. With a roster in transition and several new wrestlers stepping up, the team is working to build a strong foundation for the future.
The season has had its challenges, with the team struggling to fill all weight classes in matches due to injuries. However, Abraham Avalos ’26 said that the team can improve its performance in upcoming tournaments and matches with more focused training.
“We’ve done alright, but we haven’t performed as well as I think we could,” Avalos said. “If we practice harder and put in more effort, we can start making a bigger impact at tournaments and win more matches.”
Gideon Marley ’25 said the wrestling program is in a rebuilding phase currently, which includes increasing the number of participants.
“We’ve hit a rough patch, but we’re working on building a strong team again,” Marley said. “Right now, we’re focusing on the wrestlers who are fully committed, those who show up to every practice and tournament. We may not have the numbers to dominate in dual meets, but as our dedicated wrestlers keep improving, their hard work will show in their individual performances at tournaments. A lot of that is dependent on many of the new members who’ve joined the team.”
With the postseason approaching, practices have shifted toward live wrestling, match simulations and conditioning to ensure that wrestlers are mentally and physically ready.
Despite the challenges, Avalos said he remains focused on personal growth and is eager to see the progress he has made throughout the season pay off.
“I’m looking forward to seeing how much I’ve grown as a wrestler, especially since this is my first year on the team, I want to see how much better I’ve gotten since I started,” Avalos said.
Head Coach Junior Amazan said he is proud of how the team has responded to adversity and is optimistic about where they are headed.
“The guys are showing up every day and putting in the work,” Amazan said. “Wrestling is not an easy sport, and it takes time to develop. But we have a solid group that is willing to push through the tough moments, and that’s what matters.”
The Mission League Individual Finals will be an opportunity for wrestlers to demonstrate their progress. Unlike dual meets, where the abilities of several members of the team play a significant role, individual tournaments allow each wrestler to showcase every one of their unique talents.
