On May 29, Holley High School senior Hunter Jewell-Smith signed his letter of intent to continue his wrestling career at the collegiate level. He will attend SUNY Brockport where he plans to study Criminal Justice. Hunter has been a part of Holley’s wrestling program for the past three years. He was a team captain and three-time Genesee Region All-Star. Hunter wrestled in the 285 lb. weight class where he achieved 99 career wins over the course of three seasons and captured the Section V Class D2 Sectional Championship Title in 2024. He also competed in the state tournament in 2024, the first Holley wrestler to do so in over 10 years.“
Hunter’s dedication, work ethic, and relentless drive have been truly inspiring,” said Holley-Kendall wrestling coach James Mapes. “He came close to 100 wins and secured his well-deserved spot at the state tournament in the 2023-24 season. I have no doubt he will bring that same passion and commitment to SUNY Brockport and continue to excel both on and off the mat.”
“Hunter has come a long way,” said Holley-Kendall assistant wrestling coach and former Holley wrestler Kacee Sauer. “I am proud to call him one of my wrestlers and I feel extremely lucky to have been a part of his journey. I am so proud of the young man and wrestler he has become, and I know he has a bright future ahead of him.”
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