COURTESY
SPRINGFIELD — Coaches couldn’t be prouder of the hard work, dedication, and team spirit put forth by each and every wrestler on the varsity team this season. While the title of “State Champ” didn’t get hung on any of Springfield’s young grapplers this year, the team ended the season with a lot to be proud of, all according to a press release.
Nine seniors competed to beat some of the toughest opponents, arch-rivals, and their own records.
Lucas Saunders ended his high school career by earning his 100th varsity win as well as a second place spot on the podium, which earned him a place at the HS New England Championship in Rhode Island on March 3.
Trent Briere-Lewis placed sixth; Matt LaChapelle nailed fifth; Mason Olney, Jayson Webster, and John Stafford Jr each collared fourth place.
Also wrestling in their last state championship were seniors Gillian Guy, Matt Prosser, and Peter Berlenbach.
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