The Jesuit High School wrestling team delivered an outstanding performance at the Christian Cotter Memorial Tournament on January 4, 2025, finishing an impressive third place out of 32 teams. The Marauders were led by individual champions Xavier Pizano '25 (165 lbs) and Logan Nguyen '25 (215 lbs), who both continued their dominant seasons and contributed significantly to the team's success.
Cotter Memorial Highlights
Competing against some of the region's toughest talent, Jesuit wrestlers rose to the occasion, with multiple podium finishes and standout efforts across weight classes.
Champions
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Logan Nguyen '25 (215 lbs):
Nguyen maintained his perfect season, improving his record to 20-0 with four wins, including three pins. In the championship match, Nguyen showcased his defensive skills and control with a decisive 4-0 decision victory, claiming his second tournament title this season.
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Xavier Pizano '25 (165 lbs):
Pizano dominated his bracket, winning four matches to claim the championship. His impressive run included a 0:42 pin in the semifinals and a commanding 9-2 decision in the finals. Pizano improved his record to 15-1 and has yet to surrender a takedown all year.
Top Placers
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Maximilian Troppmann '25 (175 lbs): Troppmann fought through a challenging bracket to secure 3rd place, earning three pins, including a decisive 3:06 fall in the 3rd-place match.
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Lorenzo Mabalot '27 (285 lbs): Mabalot impressed with his strength and speed, finishing 3rd after pinning his opponent at 3:10 in the medal match.
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Owen Groves '26 (190 lbs): Groves battled through the tournament to secure 7th place, highlighted by a commanding 16-1 tech fall and a hard-fought 15-10 decision in the medal round. His tenacity and effort were key contributions to the team's overall success.
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Tristan Pizano '26 (157 lbs): Pizano placed 6th, with key victories including a close 7-5 decision in the early rounds and a solid 9-4 decision in the consolation rounds.
Jesuit Duals: January 2, 2025
Earlier in the week, Jesuit hosted the Jesuit Duals, competing against Rio Americano, Inderkum, and Franklin high schools. The Marauders earned victories over Rio Americano (46-27) and Franklin (45-34), while narrowly falling to Inderkum (45-30).
Dual Highlights
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Logan Nguyen '25 (215 lbs): Remained undefeated with decisive pins in all matches, continuing to anchor Jesuit's upper weights.
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Xavier Pizano '25 (167 lbs): Delivered key wins, including an 8-1 decision against Inderkum.
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Lorenzo Mabalot '27 (285 lbs): Showcased his dominance with multiple first-period pins, setting the tone in the heavyweight division.
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Maximilian Troppmann '25 (175 lbs): Recorded pins in critical matchups against Franklin and Rio Americano, proving to be a consistent force.
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Tristan Pizano '26 (159 lbs): Secured two impressive pins, contributing valuable points in both dual victories.
- Owen Groves (190 lbs): Demonstrated toughness and consistency with key wins, including a major decision victory against Rio Americano and a decisive 7-2 decision over Franklin.
Reflections and Looking Ahead
Head Coach Chris Carlino praised the team's efforts over the two competitions. "Nguyen and Pizano continue to lead by example, and their championships at the Cotter Memorial reflect their hard work and dedication. Our team's overall performance, including top finishes by Troppmann, Mabalot, and others, shows the depth of our roster and the progress we're making."
Jesuit wrestling has a packed week ahead with exciting competitions. On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the Marauders will host a dual meet against Del Oro High School at Jesuit, offering a thrilling home matchup. Later in the week, the varsity squad will compete at the prestigious Tim Brown Memorial Tournament on Friday, January 10, one of the premier wrestling events of the season. Meanwhile, the JV team will showcase their skills at the Vista Del Lago JV Tournament on Saturday, January 11, continuing their development and pursuit of success.
It's shaping up to be a busy and competitive week for Jesuit wrestling!
