by Warren Kozireski
Holley introduced over 25 wrestling alumni representing classes over the past 33 years prior to their match with St. Joseph’s and then cruised to a 63-18 victory. The Hawks enter the New Year ranked 16th among New York State small schools.
Junior Sam DeFilipps began the match with a fall in 1:27 at 106 lb. and freshman Alan White followed that with a pin in just 44 seconds at 113 lb.
Senior Sam Mauro registered a takedown and near fall in the first period on his way to a 7-1 decision at 120 lb.
Three-time defending state champion Quinton Murphy played with his 138 lb opponent with five first period takedowns and a fall in just 1:35. The senior will head to the University of Indiana this fall.
Senior Tim Butler pinned his man with just six seconds remaining in the first period at 160 lb., classmate Cabel Witt had five first period points in a 7-1 decision at 170 lb. and junior Nick Winkley had a fall in 1:08 at 182 lb.
Senior Nick Cuccaro closed his 195 lb. bout with a late escape and takedown for a 5-0 win, Mike Silvis pinned his man in 2:39 at 220 lb. and Andrew Flanagan won via pin in 1:43 at 99 lb. who improved their record to 4-0 this season.
