Francis Lewis Baseball looking to have an Incredible Season

By: Jaehyung Park




Be prepared: Francis Lewis High School’s baseball team, the Patriots, is expected to have an incredible season. They are a team that can comeback from a 9:0 deficit, to end up winning 10:21, miraculously. Just ask Thomas Edison High School (the team they’ve defeated), if it’s too hard to believe. The Patriots are a force when it comes to offense, as they can make a baseball game look like a football game, in terms of when looking at the final score. There is reason for optimism, to expect the Patriots to have a breakout magical year.

The Patriots have four impacting players on their team: Jonathon Boboa (SP), David Torres (SS), Ozzie Roblus (3B), and Cassandra Jabie (CF). Boboa can dial up his fastball up to 91-miles per hour and throws a changeup and curveball to go along with it. His favorite player is unsurprisingly, Josh Beckett, who is known for his blazing fastball and top-notch curveball. Boboa is currently being scouted by Arizona State College, whereas Roblus is being scouted by ASU. Torres and Boboa started their baseball careers when they were a freshman. Jabie first started in his sophomore year. Jabie’s favorite players are Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran in MLB. All four players’ favorite team is the New York Mets. If for whatever reason their pro-ball careers are corrupted/interfered, they remarked they will pursue being a federal agent or play softball for their career.

Baseball season is almost here and the Patriots are ready to compete with hopefully many contributing players on the team. Their first baseball game will be held on April 8. They will have to stay competitive throughout the season if they want to prove to Cardozo that they are the better team. Cardozo High School is competitive almost every year and is always on top, the players say. But the four players believe they have a great team, and it’s hard to not believe them.

Francis Lewis Baseball looking to have an Incredible Season

By: Jaehyung Park




Be prepared: Francis Lewis High School’s baseball team, the Patriots, is expected to have an incredible season. They are a team that can comeback from a 9:0 deficit, to end up winning 10:21, miraculously. Just ask Thomas Edison High School (the team they’ve defeated), if it’s too hard to believe. The Patriots are a force when it comes to offense, as they can make a baseball game look like a football game, in terms of when looking at the final score. There is reason for optimism, to expect the Patriots to have a breakout magical year.

The Patriots have four impacting players on their team: Jonathon Boboa (SP), David Torres (SS), Ozzie Roblus (3B), and Cassandra Jabie (CF). Boboa can dial up his fastball up to 91-miles per hour and throws a changeup and curveball to go along with it. His favorite player is unsurprisingly, Josh Beckett, who is known for his blazing fastball and top-notch curveball. Boboa is currently being scouted by Arizona State College, whereas Roblus is being scouted by ASU. Torres and Boboa started their baseball careers when they were a freshman. Jabie first started in his sophomore year. Jabie’s favorite players are Jose Reyes and Carlos Beltran in MLB. All four players’ favorite team is the New York Mets. If for whatever reason their pro-ball careers are corrupted/interfered, they remarked they will pursue being a federal agent or play softball for their career.

Baseball season is almost here and the Patriots are ready to compete with hopefully many contributing players on the team. Their first baseball game will be held on April 8. They will have to stay competitive throughout the season if they want to prove to Cardozo that they are the better team. Cardozo High School is competitive almost every year and is always on top, the players say. But the four players believe they have a great team, and it’s hard to not believe them.

All Bergen County Bowling Team

Brian O'Flaherty - Jr. - Pascack Valley

avg. 212 in the NBIL and 207 in county tourn; finished the NBIL season with 13 of his last 14 games averaging 221; high series in the NBIL (555); highlight of season was a 299 in the state sectional tournament, which complimented a 297 a week or so earlier in the NBIL; very instrumental in leading PV to Group 3 state sectional title

Chris Auld - Sr. - Fair Lawn

Led the North Jersey Tri County Conference this year with 215 avg; avg. 219 in county tourn; selected to the FDU Holiday Team Challenge All Star team, averaging 224 for that tournament

Rob Andresen - Sr. - Ramapo

213 avg. in the NBIL and 219 avg. in county tourn; graduates averaging over 200 for his 4 yrs combined; 1 of only 3 bowlers to bowl all 6 games > 200 in this years county tourn

Matt Priore - Sr. - No. Arlington

Led his division of the BCSL with 217, making it the 4th time that he's had league high avg; high series in county tourn (avg. 233 for 6 games); avg. 231 in state sectional tourn; finished 11th overall in the state finals; won the North Jersey Singles Classic sponsored by FDU; 4th time (in 4 years) that he's made 1st Team All County and the 3rd time that he's been named Boys Bowler of the Year by The Record

Robert Grippo - Sr. - Bergen Catholic

avg. 210 this year and 214 in county tournament; 3rd hi series in state sectional tournament (711); repeat selection from last years 1st Team All County squad; 2nd team All State; also threw the shot put for BC this winter

Steven Patchen - Sr. - Bergen Tech

Also made 1st team All County last year; 206 lg. avg; 219 county tourn avg; recepient of the Prell Shampoo scholarship for high school bowlers

Bryan Kist - Soph. - Pascack Hills

2nd highest avg. in NBIL (221); 3rd hi game in state sectional tourn (277); team leader and well-respected by all

Kyle Landau - Jr. - Ramsey

Highest avg. in Bergen County (227); 31 of 36 lg. games > 200; 2nd hi series in state sect. tournament; 4th in Bergen Co. tourn; repeat selection from last year

All Bergen County Bowling Team

Brian O'Flaherty - Jr. - Pascack Valley

avg. 212 in the NBIL and 207 in county tourn; finished the NBIL season with 13 of his last 14 games averaging 221; high series in the NBIL (555); highlight of season was a 299 in the state sectional tournament, which complimented a 297 a week or so earlier in the NBIL; very instrumental in leading PV to Group 3 state sectional title

Chris Auld - Sr. - Fair Lawn

Led the North Jersey Tri County Conference this year with 215 avg; avg. 219 in county tourn; selected to the FDU Holiday Team Challenge All Star team, averaging 224 for that tournament

Rob Andresen - Sr. - Ramapo

213 avg. in the NBIL and 219 avg. in county tourn; graduates averaging over 200 for his 4 yrs combined; 1 of only 3 bowlers to bowl all 6 games > 200 in this years county tourn

Matt Priore - Sr. - No. Arlington

Led his division of the BCSL with 217, making it the 4th time that he's had league high avg; high series in county tourn (avg. 233 for 6 games); avg. 231 in state sectional tourn; finished 11th overall in the state finals; won the North Jersey Singles Classic sponsored by FDU; 4th time (in 4 years) that he's made 1st Team All County and the 3rd time that he's been named Boys Bowler of the Year by The Record

Robert Grippo - Sr. - Bergen Catholic

avg. 210 this year and 214 in county tournament; 3rd hi series in state sectional tournament (711); repeat selection from last years 1st Team All County squad; 2nd team All State; also threw the shot put for BC this winter

Steven Patchen - Sr. - Bergen Tech

Also made 1st team All County last year; 206 lg. avg; 219 county tourn avg; recepient of the Prell Shampoo scholarship for high school bowlers

Bryan Kist - Soph. - Pascack Hills

2nd highest avg. in NBIL (221); 3rd hi game in state sectional tourn (277); team leader and well-respected by all

Kyle Landau - Jr. - Ramsey

Highest avg. in Bergen County (227); 31 of 36 lg. games > 200; 2nd hi series in state sect. tournament; 4th in Bergen Co. tourn; repeat selection from last year

All Prell, All Bergen County Boys Basketball Team

This could be one of the youngest first team all-county selections:

Let's meet this year's boys all county basketball team:

Tenafly- Sophomore Chris Orozco and his coach Joe Finizio.

Chris was the most dynamic impact player of 2010. Tenafly made a remarkable turnaround with a 20-5 team record from 4-14 in 2009 and a league title.

As a sophomore, Chris scored 574pts 23ppg and his 1000 2 year career points. Chris shot a sizzling 87% from the foul line 259 out of 297- 8.1 rebounds ppg and 5.4assists pg. The fun part is we can watch him for 2 more years! From Tenafly Chris Orozco

Don Bosco Junior Vaughn Gray and his coach Kevin Diverio

As a junior- Vaughn was the highest rated player by the coaches in the "old NNJIL- or new state conference"

This is a tremendous honor in itself because of the level of competition night in and night out. At 6'5 Vaughn excels in the open court with his size and quickness. He averaged 21.4ppg 5.1 assists and 6.3 rebounds.

A three year varsity player and repeat first team all county selection.

St Mary-Rutherford Kyle Dadika and his coach Matt Stone-

Kyle is a junior forward and averaged 16ppg 13 rbpg and scored in double figures 25 out of 26 games this season.

His inside presence and ability to score on the perimeter led the Gaels to the BCSL National Division Title.

"Kyle was a tremendous presence on offense and defense throughout the year. He is an honor roll student and makes everyone around him better!"- Coach Stone

Old Tappan Junior Shane McLaughlin and his coach Dennis Rossi

Simply put, Shane McLaughlin is the best point guard in Bergen County. He led Old Tappan to a share of the NBIL League Title with Team of the Year Paramus Catholic and a Group 3 State Sectional Title. He was the MVP of the Jack Reilly Holiday Tournament and battled back from a mid-season foot injury. Shane average 16.7 ppg and many times throughout the season scored the most crucial points of a game. He committed less than 3 turnovers a game.

Bergen Catholic Junior Mark Richards and his coach Joe Dinisio-

Mark was instrumental in helping Bergen Catholic compete in this very tough season and reaching the finals of this year's Jamboree- as the 7th seed. "Mark often played his best games in the biggest environments and always was given the toughest defensive assignments"- Coach Dinisio

Some of his highlighted games were against Paramus Catholic-Teaneck-Kennedy and St Joe's-

At 6'4 Mark can score in the paint and has a soft mid-range jumpshot- he averaged 15.1ppg

With this crew of underclassmen coming back next year, we should sit back and enjoy their efforts!

And now our senior first team all county selections:

Elmwood Park Ryan Belisle and his coach Pat Gabriel

During Ryan's four years as a varsity basketball starter he has led Elmwood Park to 4 consecutive BPSL King- Division titles- 4 consecutive Jamboree appearances Championships- and their first ever Jamboree Quarterfinal appearance. Ryan averaged 20.1ppg 14.3 rebounds pg and 3.5 blocked shots- 1510 career points- 4 time 1st team all BPSL and repeat 1st all county player- at 6'7, I am sure we will be hearing about Ryan's future success in college and in basketball.

Paramus Catholic Senior Andre Blackwood and his coach Greg Barnes-

Andre is a 6'1 senior shooting guard who led Paramus Catholic to the Jamboree Title - "The first one" won outright!- according to Bergen County Historians- Andre scored 1,253 career points and average 18.7 ppg this year- 5 rebounds pg, 3 steals pg and led the county with an 89% free throw percentage- making 139 out of 156. Andre always answered the call of his team by making the key shot or steal to stop another teams run evidenced by Paramus Catholic's 22-4 record.

Fort Lee Senior Sandy Burgos and his coach John Ziemba-

I hope you are ready: Sandy Burgos is 9^th on the all-time Bergen County scorer with 2121pts- Fort Lee's all time leading scorer- 2x time 1st team all county selection, 3 time all BCSL selection- Record Athlete of the week 2 times, led the North Jersey area in scoring in his sophomore and senior years- and will Join his brother Pedro as the only Fort Lee players to play in the North South all-star game!

Sandy averaged 28ppg- while facing a variety of defenses designed to stop him- triangle and 2 and box and 1.  "It was a joy to see him develop and handle the extreme pressure to perform!"- Coach Ziemba.

St Joseph's Kai Dominguez and his coach Mike Doherty-

Quote from coach Doherty: "For the past 3 season Kai has been one of the premier perimeter players in Bergen County. His fearlessness and constant energy led Saint Joseph to back to back league championships, 2 Indian Hills Holiday Festival Titles- 3 consecutive Final Four Jamboree appearances and a varsity record of 62-18 over the past 3 season. Kai was the difference maker for SJ on both ends of the floor. He is a tremendous worker and will continue to do great things on and off the court in years to come"- Coach Doherty

Kai average 14.1ppg 4.2 rbpg 2.5 steals per game and led St Joe's to a 21-4 record. Kai was selected to the All- Jamboree team for the second year in a row.

Kai is one of the few multiple sport athletes to achieve all county recognition in 3 major sports- he is a first team all county football player and a returning 2nd team all county baseball player.  Kai has accepted a full scholarship to play football at the University of Louisville.

Cresskill Senior Tom Hasenstab and his coach Mike Doto

Tom was the number one player in his league and Cresskill's 5'9" point guard-and dynamic leader.  He averaged 12.9ppg 4 rbspg 3 assists pg and 2 steals pg. He lead Cresskill to the Group 1/2 team of the year selection, with a league title- All Groups Holiday Tournament title with a thrilling victory over group 4 Ridgewood and a Group 1 State Sectional title. In the title game, Tom poured in 22points in the victory over Boonton.

Teaneck- Senior Kyle Steinbergen and his coach Curtis March

Kyle is a returning first team all county performer from one of the storied programs in Bergen County. Teaneck shared the NJTCC Division A title with St Joseph.  He averaged 14.2 ppg 5 assists pg, 3 steals pg and 4 rbs pg  while covering the opponents best player and also facing defenses to stop him.  Kyle has been selected to North-South all star game and plans to attend college and play basketball next year.

"Klye is one of the hardest working players that I have ever coached and I am glad he was able to win a county championship in his junior year!"- Coach March-Catholic

2010   Boys Basketball All County Teams

First Team                      School                   Year            Coach

Vaughn Gray                            Don Bosco                     Jr              Kevin Diverio

Kai Dominquez                 St. Joseph            Sr               Mike Doherty

Kyle Steinbergin              Teaneck                Sr               Curtis March

Andre Blackwood              Paramus Cath.        Sr               Greg Barnes

Shane McLaughlin            Old Tappan            Jr               Dennis Rossi

Sandy Burgos                  Fort Lee                Sr               John Ziemba

Chris Orozco                   Tenafly                  So               Joe Finizio

Ryan Belisle                     Elmwood Park         Sr               Pat Gabriele

Kyle Dadika                     St. Mary                Jr               Matt Stone

Tom Hasenstab               Cresskill                Sr               Mike Doto

Mark Richards                 Bergen Catholic     Jr              Joe Dionisio

Second Team

James Albano                  Ridgewood             Sr               Mike Troy

Tony Efese                      St. Joseph            Sr               Mike Doherty

Jason Chalmers               Indian Hills            Sr              Kevin McBain

Ryan Velez                      Elmwood Park         Jr               Pat Gabriele

Owen Barnes                   Teaneck                Sr               Curtis March

Thomas Messina              Old Tappan            Sr               Dennis Rossi

Justin Harris                  Paramus Cath.        Jr               Greg Barnes

Koko Karejelian               Cliffside Park        Sr             Brian Cameron

Kamil Rutkowski              Garfield                Sr               Chris Annibal

Zach Hodges                   Dwt-Englewood      Jr            Eli Goldberger

Third Team

Alex George                    Hackensack           Sr           Gordon Whiting

Kieth Zury                      Mahwah                 Sr               Lou Lotito

Alex Fox                         Westwood             Sr               John Santulli

Nelson Mendez                Ridgefield Park      Jr               Chris Gaskin

Ersi Bice                         Lodi                      Sr               Bob Terhune

Jimmy Lawless                Glen Rock              Sr            Kevin Cavanagh

Vincent O'Bierne             Wood Ridge           So               Ed Rendzio

Peter Santos                   North Arlington     Sr               Dave Walsh

Ive Pavin                         Palisades Park        Sr            John Wiseman

Wes Dickinson                Dwt-Englewood      So            Eli Goldberger

All Prell, All Bergen County Boys Basketball Team

This could be one of the youngest first team all-county selections:

Let's meet this year's boys all county basketball team:

Tenafly- Sophomore Chris Orozco and his coach Joe Finizio.

Chris was the most dynamic impact player of 2010. Tenafly made a remarkable turnaround with a 20-5 team record from 4-14 in 2009 and a league title.

As a sophomore, Chris scored 574pts 23ppg and his 1000 2 year career points. Chris shot a sizzling 87% from the foul line 259 out of 297- 8.1 rebounds ppg and 5.4assists pg. The fun part is we can watch him for 2 more years! From Tenafly Chris Orozco

Don Bosco Junior Vaughn Gray and his coach Kevin Diverio

As a junior- Vaughn was the highest rated player by the coaches in the "old NNJIL- or new state conference"

This is a tremendous honor in itself because of the level of competition night in and night out. At 6'5 Vaughn excels in the open court with his size and quickness. He averaged 21.4ppg 5.1 assists and 6.3 rebounds.

A three year varsity player and repeat first team all county selection.

St Mary-Rutherford Kyle Dadika and his coach Matt Stone-

Kyle is a junior forward and averaged 16ppg 13 rbpg and scored in double figures 25 out of 26 games this season.

His inside presence and ability to score on the perimeter led the Gaels to the BCSL National Division Title.

"Kyle was a tremendous presence on offense and defense throughout the year. He is an honor roll student and makes everyone around him better!"- Coach Stone

Old Tappan Junior Shane McLaughlin and his coach Dennis Rossi

Simply put, Shane McLaughlin is the best point guard in Bergen County. He led Old Tappan to a share of the NBIL League Title with Team of the Year Paramus Catholic and a Group 3 State Sectional Title. He was the MVP of the Jack Reilly Holiday Tournament and battled back from a mid-season foot injury. Shane average 16.7 ppg and many times throughout the season scored the most crucial points of a game. He committed less than 3 turnovers a game.

Bergen Catholic Junior Mark Richards and his coach Joe Dinisio-

Mark was instrumental in helping Bergen Catholic compete in this very tough season and reaching the finals of this year's Jamboree- as the 7th seed. "Mark often played his best games in the biggest environments and always was given the toughest defensive assignments"- Coach Dinisio

Some of his highlighted games were against Paramus Catholic-Teaneck-Kennedy and St Joe's-

At 6'4 Mark can score in the paint and has a soft mid-range jumpshot- he averaged 15.1ppg

With this crew of underclassmen coming back next year, we should sit back and enjoy their efforts!

And now our senior first team all county selections:

Elmwood Park Ryan Belisle and his coach Pat Gabriel

During Ryan's four years as a varsity basketball starter he has led Elmwood Park to 4 consecutive BPSL King- Division titles- 4 consecutive Jamboree appearances Championships- and their first ever Jamboree Quarterfinal appearance. Ryan averaged 20.1ppg 14.3 rebounds pg and 3.5 blocked shots- 1510 career points- 4 time 1st team all BPSL and repeat 1st all county player- at 6'7, I am sure we will be hearing about Ryan's future success in college and in basketball.

Paramus Catholic Senior Andre Blackwood and his coach Greg Barnes-

Andre is a 6'1 senior shooting guard who led Paramus Catholic to the Jamboree Title - "The first one" won outright!- according to Bergen County Historians- Andre scored 1,253 career points and average 18.7 ppg this year- 5 rebounds pg, 3 steals pg and led the county with an 89% free throw percentage- making 139 out of 156. Andre always answered the call of his team by making the key shot or steal to stop another teams run evidenced by Paramus Catholic's 22-4 record.

Fort Lee Senior Sandy Burgos and his coach John Ziemba-

I hope you are ready: Sandy Burgos is 9^th on the all-time Bergen County scorer with 2121pts- Fort Lee's all time leading scorer- 2x time 1st team all county selection, 3 time all BCSL selection- Record Athlete of the week 2 times, led the North Jersey area in scoring in his sophomore and senior years- and will Join his brother Pedro as the only Fort Lee players to play in the North South all-star game!

Sandy averaged 28ppg- while facing a variety of defenses designed to stop him- triangle and 2 and box and 1.  "It was a joy to see him develop and handle the extreme pressure to perform!"- Coach Ziemba.

St Joseph's Kai Dominguez and his coach Mike Doherty-

Quote from coach Doherty: "For the past 3 season Kai has been one of the premier perimeter players in Bergen County. His fearlessness and constant energy led Saint Joseph to back to back league championships, 2 Indian Hills Holiday Festival Titles- 3 consecutive Final Four Jamboree appearances and a varsity record of 62-18 over the past 3 season. Kai was the difference maker for SJ on both ends of the floor. He is a tremendous worker and will continue to do great things on and off the court in years to come"- Coach Doherty

Kai average 14.1ppg 4.2 rbpg 2.5 steals per game and led St Joe's to a 21-4 record. Kai was selected to the All- Jamboree team for the second year in a row.

Kai is one of the few multiple sport athletes to achieve all county recognition in 3 major sports- he is a first team all county football player and a returning 2nd team all county baseball player.  Kai has accepted a full scholarship to play football at the University of Louisville.

Cresskill Senior Tom Hasenstab and his coach Mike Doto

Tom was the number one player in his league and Cresskill's 5'9" point guard-and dynamic leader.  He averaged 12.9ppg 4 rbspg 3 assists pg and 2 steals pg. He lead Cresskill to the Group 1/2 team of the year selection, with a league title- All Groups Holiday Tournament title with a thrilling victory over group 4 Ridgewood and a Group 1 State Sectional title. In the title game, Tom poured in 22points in the victory over Boonton.

Teaneck- Senior Kyle Steinbergen and his coach Curtis March

Kyle is a returning first team all county performer from one of the storied programs in Bergen County. Teaneck shared the NJTCC Division A title with St Joseph.  He averaged 14.2 ppg 5 assists pg, 3 steals pg and 4 rbs pg  while covering the opponents best player and also facing defenses to stop him.  Kyle has been selected to North-South all star game and plans to attend college and play basketball next year.

"Klye is one of the hardest working players that I have ever coached and I am glad he was able to win a county championship in his junior year!"- Coach March-Catholic

2010   Boys Basketball All County Teams

First Team                      School                   Year            Coach

Vaughn Gray                            Don Bosco                     Jr              Kevin Diverio

Kai Dominquez                 St. Joseph            Sr               Mike Doherty

Kyle Steinbergin              Teaneck                Sr               Curtis March

Andre Blackwood              Paramus Cath.        Sr               Greg Barnes

Shane McLaughlin            Old Tappan            Jr               Dennis Rossi

Sandy Burgos                  Fort Lee                Sr               John Ziemba

Chris Orozco                   Tenafly                  So               Joe Finizio

Ryan Belisle                     Elmwood Park         Sr               Pat Gabriele

Kyle Dadika                     St. Mary                Jr               Matt Stone

Tom Hasenstab               Cresskill                Sr               Mike Doto

Mark Richards                 Bergen Catholic     Jr              Joe Dionisio

Second Team

James Albano                  Ridgewood             Sr               Mike Troy

Tony Efese                      St. Joseph            Sr               Mike Doherty

Jason Chalmers               Indian Hills            Sr              Kevin McBain

Ryan Velez                      Elmwood Park         Jr               Pat Gabriele

Owen Barnes                   Teaneck                Sr               Curtis March

Thomas Messina              Old Tappan            Sr               Dennis Rossi

Justin Harris                  Paramus Cath.        Jr               Greg Barnes

Koko Karejelian               Cliffside Park        Sr             Brian Cameron

Kamil Rutkowski              Garfield                Sr               Chris Annibal

Zach Hodges                   Dwt-Englewood      Jr            Eli Goldberger

Third Team

Alex George                    Hackensack           Sr           Gordon Whiting

Kieth Zury                      Mahwah                 Sr               Lou Lotito

Alex Fox                         Westwood             Sr               John Santulli

Nelson Mendez                Ridgefield Park      Jr               Chris Gaskin

Ersi Bice                         Lodi                      Sr               Bob Terhune

Jimmy Lawless                Glen Rock              Sr            Kevin Cavanagh

Vincent O'Bierne             Wood Ridge           So               Ed Rendzio

Peter Santos                   North Arlington     Sr               Dave Walsh

Ive Pavin                         Palisades Park        Sr            John Wiseman

Wes Dickinson                Dwt-Englewood      So            Eli Goldberger

All Bergen County Wrestling Team Announced

ALL-BERGEN WRESTLING

FIRST TEAM

103- freshman, Nick Gravina, Northern Highlands, Coach Rick Babitts

Nick  Gravina helped the Highlanders to another successful  wrestling season . Wrestling at 103 lbs Nick finished with a record of 38-4 with 18 pins. Nick was this years BCCA Champion, District Champion, Regional Champion, and 5th in the NJ state tournament. Nick was also voted 1st team all league NBIL and 1st team all county. Nick could not be here tonight because he is attending the freshmen nationals in Virginia Beach



112- junior, Jeff Rottingen, Ramsey,  Coach Anthony Petrock

Jeff is a pleasure to coach, he is a hard worker in the room, and is very dedicated to his team and his sport.  He has been the cornerstone of our team for the past three years.  He has placed 2^nd in district 5 twice and is a district champ and a region champ this season 2010.  He finished his year by placing 8^th in the NJSIAA state tournament in Atlantic City.  He has 99 wins going into his senior year and will continue to set records for Ramsey high school in the upcoming season.



119- junior, Joe Orecchio, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(25-5) Joey Orecchio had another outstanding season for the Ironmen.  Despite missing almost a month due to injuries Joe managed to win 25 matches this season.  With an injured knee he placed 6^th in the prestigious Beast of the east tournament.  He followed that up with his 3^rd district title and his 3^rd region title.  Joe finished his season with 2^nd state medal, earning 4^th place in the NJ state tournament.  Joe is currently wrestling at the junior nationals, in preparation for his senior campaign as well as his college career.  Only a junior Joey is on track to be the most decorated wrestler in Don Bosco history



125- sophomore, Connor Melde, Bergen Catholic, Coach Dave Bell

Connor completed his sophomore campaign with a Season Record of 35-3 and fourth place finish at the state tournament. In the state semi-final match it was only a takedown with seconds left in the overtime period which prevented him from reaching the finals. Connor's accomplishments on the season include BCCA, District and Regional championships. He is very technical wrestler that is difficult to score on and is very good from any position. Over the course of the season Connor emerged as team leader and is determined to accomplish his goal of winning a state championship.

130- senior, Frank Cagnina, Queen of Peace, Coach Scott Weaver

There are many words that can describe this Queen of Peace senior athlete.  Relentless, skilled, physical may be some of the words to use.

The Queen of Peace senior is all of these; and also perfect.  Frank finished undefeated for the second year in a row to claim his 3^rd New Jersey State Championship.  39-0 was the final record of his decorated senior season.  This season's highlights included his 4^th Bergen County Championship, his 2^nd Maryland Mat Madness Championship, his 4^th District Championship, his 4^th Region Championship, and finally, his 3^rd New Jersey State Championship.

Frank capped of his final season as perfect.  His strong work ethic and strong commitment to excellence have rewarded him with the following accolades:

1. Invitation to the Cliff Keen DREAM TEAM


2. Ranked # 1 in the Country at 130


3. A Full 5-year athletic scholarship to Lehigh University.

Frank has had a tremendous high school career.  It's eminent that he's not done winning championships too. Ladys and gentlemen lets give a big round of applauds for 3 time NJ state Champion Frank Cagnina




135- senior, Vinny Fava, Elmwood Park, Coach Jared Luciani

As a senior for Elmwood Park, no coach could ask for a better leader than Vinnie Fava.  As a two year Captain Vinnie led the team by example.  He has always been the first wrestler in the room and the last to leave.  His tireless effort to make his team better has made him very popular amongst his teammates. Vin is a 4 x first team all county, 4 x district champ, 4x first team all league, 3x region champ, 1 x region runner up, He has finished 7th, 6th and 3rd in the NJ state championships,  He also placed 4th in the Beast of the East.   His career record is 122-19.  His 2007 Team were state champs and in 09 were state runner up.  His biggest accomplishment in high school was capitalized with a Junior National Title in Virginia Beach.



140- junior, Nick Alpher, Paramus, Coach Steve Klass

Nick ended this year with a 35-5 record.  Going into his senior year Nick has accumulated 99 wins.  This year Nick won the Caldwell invitational, BCCA County Tournament, and was a District 5 Champion.  Nick also placed 2nd in Region 2 and qualified for his second state tournament.  Nick was a team leader for one of the top programs in Bergen County and new Jersey.

140- sophomore, Sal Mastriani, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(33-7) Only a sophomore Sal has amassed over 65 wins for his career.  He placed 3^rd in the BCCA, 2^nd in the District, and won his 1^st Region title.  Sal made his 2^nd trip to Atlantic City this season to cap a tremendous season.  More importantly, Sal Mastriani is undoubtedly the hardest worker on the Don Bosco team.  His toughness and work ethic were a major catalyst behind the ironmen earning their 1^st team state championship.  The Ironmen expect Sal to continue to lead them to great things in the next two years.

145- senior, Johansi Rivera, Fort Lee, Coach Alex Almeyda

Johansi Rivera, a senior at 145 pounds, finished with a season record of 36 wins and 4 losses.  He was a four year varsity starter for the Bridgemen.  He has earned three 1^st team B.C.S.L. All-League Honors.

He has been honored in the County three times.

• Sophomore year- Honorable Mention


• Junior year- Third Team


• Senior year- 1st team

He has placed twice in the Bergen County Coaches Tournament.

• 6th his Junior year


• 1st his Senior year

He placed three times in District 16

He placed twice in Region 4

• 2nd his Junior year


• 4th his Senior year

Johansi Rivera completed his High School career 2nd for All-Time Wins in Fort Lee History with 105 wins.

What is even more remarkable than all of his achievements is that this young man has earned all of this with only wrestling for 4 years.

He is being recruited by Johnson and Wales University and Delaware Valley University.

152- senior, Keith Switzer, Bergen Catholic, Coach Dave Bell

Keith had a season record of 26-6.

Keith completed his career as a four time district place finisher, four-time region place finisher and with an 8^th place finish at the state tournament. He served as senior team captain and was instrumental in molding a very young group of wrestlers into a close-knit and successful team. The coaching staff agreed that Keith was, overall, one of the best athletes on the team. Keith's first sport is lacrosse. Keith will continue his Lacrosse Career at St. John's College next year, where he is a scholarship athlete.



160- freshman, Frank Mattiace, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(32-12)  Frank  Mattiace is the definition of perseverance and the beneficiary of hard work.  Only a freshmen Frankie took some tough losses early the season and they benefited him greatly as the season went on.  Frank placed 5^th in the BCCA, 3^rd in the District,  1^st in the Region, and finally 6^th in the NJ State tournament.  Despite some heartbreaking losses Frank continued to believe in his abilities and worked harder every week.  That work paid off in the end. Frank peaked at the end of the season and earned a medal in Atlantic City.  A tremendous accomplishment for any freshmen, but astounding at 160lbs.



171- senior, Jamie Westwood, Queen of Peace, Coach Scot Weaver

Jamie Westwood has not performed his best wrestling yet.  This 171 pound senior had to face possible season ending surgery in late January. Jamie overcame knee surgery and finished with a rewarding career with a 3^rd place finish in the NJ State Tourney, a District and Region Championship, and a 122 career wins. Jamie's solid leg attack and strong work ethic, has earned him a scholarship to Bucknell University.

Over Jamie's four years, he placed in the Beast of the East, the Maryland Mat Madness, the Junior High School Nationals, and the FILA Free style Nationals. Jamie was named All Conference in his final three years competing, finished his senior season with a 34-6 record, and named All Bergen for the 2^nd year in a row.

Jamie is an excellent student and Queen of Peace, his family, and the coaching staff is very proud of his accomplishments

189- freshman, Razohan Gross, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(26-8) Razohnn is another outstanding freshman for the Ironmen.  Razohnn is another wrestler that steadily improved over the course of the season.  Razohnn, placed 3^rd in the BCCA, 1^st in the Districts, and 1^st in the Region.  A gifted athlete, Razohnn combined raw talent with a tough aggressive style that often overwhelmed opponents.  That style should continue to help Razohnn as he expands his wrestling arsenal.  Also a football player Razohnn looks to be a 2 sport standout for Don Bosco next year.



215- senior, Jonathan Price, Hackensack, Coach John Stallone

Jonathan Price wrestled his way up through the Hackensack Junior Wrestling program.  Through hard work and dedication, he was a Bergen County Freshman Champion.  He was a four year Varsity starter, helping the team to the state sectional finals two of his four years.  Jonathan's record this year was 24-4 with 19 pins.  This year, wrestling up at heavyweight, Jonathan was a Cutter Classic champion and took a silver medal in the County Tournament.  Wrestling at his true weight class of 215, Jonathan was very successful.  With his explosive and athletic wrestling style, he earned a District 7 Championship.  Jonathan's special moment was to win the Region 2 Gold medal in his home gym at Hackensack High School.



285- senior, Mike Shannon, Old Tappan, Coach Rob Ortiz



Michael finished the season with a 35-2 record and was 84-25 in his career. This year, his 23 pins and 183 team points were among the most in the state. He was undefeated in dual meet and tournament competition until the state tournament. Michael won the District 8, Region 2, and BCCA championships, becoming Old Tappan's first county champion since 1991 and helping the school to its first overall title. He is an outstanding leader and always places the team ahead of himself. Next year he will wrestle at Division III power Ithaca College.

Teams of the year

Becton/Wallington, Coach Mike Settembrino

The Becton/Wallington Wrestling team ended the year with an 18-6 record and clinched the BCSL National Team Championship title for the second year in a row as well as winning a District 15 title, an honor in which the school has not seen in 31 years.  Aside from these accomplishments, Becton/Wallington has also been crowned the Garfield Tournament Team Champions and more impressively, the Group 1 and 2 Bergen County Team of the Year.  In addition, the team proudly encompasses seven 1^st Team All League Members and three 2^nd Team All League Members.

Paramus, Coach Steve Klass

Paramus finished the year with a 16-6 record.  They were District 5 Champs, League Champs, and State Sectional Finalists.  They finished the year ranked # 23 in the final New Jersey Wrestling Coaches Association Top 25 Poll.  Despite the 16-6 record the Spartans were undefeated in Bergen County and against teams in Region 2.  Their 7 losses came to the #1, #2, #11, #15, #22 teams in the State of New Jersey, and their final loss was to a team ranked as on of the top 15 in Pennsylvania.  The 2010 senior class went 4 years without losing a league match.  Individually they crowned 2 County Champs, 5 District champs and qualified 4 wrestlers for the State Championships.

Coach of the Year-  Kevin Manning

Kevin Manning just finished his fifth year has head wrestling coach at Bergenfield High School.  Over this time his team has an overall record of 78 wins and 33 losses with three league titles.  This year with the help of his assistant coaches the bears ended the season with a 17-2 record and a share of the NBIAL league title.  Along with being voted Bergen County Coach of the year, Kevin received District and Region coach of the year honors as well.

SECOND TEAM

103-  Brian Schneider, Hackensack, senior

112-  Anthony Miuccio, Old Tappan, senior

119-  Sergio Grigorian, Fair Lawn, senior

125-  Andrew Polidore, Queen of Peace, senior

130-  James Dawson, Don Bosco, freshman

135-  Zach Zotollo, Paramus, senior

145-  Matt Dickman, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook, sophomore

152-  Jason Dack, Don Bosco, senior

152-  James Dugan, Becton/Wallington, sophomore

160-  Mike Mordaga, Paramus, senior

171-  Mike Khoury, St. Joseph, senior

189-  Brendan Wengerter, Cresskill, senior

215- Luke Pragdat, Mahwah, junior

285-  Joe Ortiz, Ridgefield Park/Ridgefield, senior

THIRD TEAM

103-  Trevor Albrecht, Bergen Catholic, junior

112-  Thomas Casper, Bergen Catholic, senior

119-  Steven Schneider, Emerson/Park Ridge, sophomore

125-  Nick Maselli, Emerson/Park Ridge, sophomore

125-  Alex Preefer, Cresskill, senior

130-  Nick Guarriello, Emerson/Park Ridge, senior

135-  Joe DeQuinzio, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge, senior

135-  Dan Rehain, Northern Highlands, senior

140-  Vince DiMitri, Fair Lawn, senior

140-  Sam Pietrantuono, Ridgewood, senior

145-  Darius Charles, Old Tappan, senior

160-  Ryan Sblendorio, Mahwah, junior

160-  Dane McDermott, St. Joseph, junior

171-  Damian Murberg, Pascack Valley, junior

171-  Eric Torres, Elmwood Park, senior

189-  Mike Scrozzo, Queen of Peace, senior

189-  Kevin Yali, Waldwick/Midland Park, senior

215-  Phil McCue, St. Joseph, senior

285-  Cody Mann, Mahwah, junior

285-  Kurt Schmitz, Don Bosco, senior

HONORABLE MENTION

103
Christian Negron, Bergenfield; Brendan Campbell, River Dell,  Austin Cantone, St. Joseph; Joe Baldicanas, Paramus Catholic; Jesse Massaro, Old Tappan; Justin Scheinert, Ramapo; William Montgomery, Ridgewood; Billy Reardon, Don Bosco; Max Gallo, Fair Lawn; Matt Joskowitz, Cliffside Park; Matt McKay, Westwood; Mike Morreale, Lyndhurst/North Arlington.

112
Jep Alorro, Cresskill; Brandon Stueben, Northern Highlands; Domenic Manginelli, Dumont; Joe Guerriero, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Antonio Nadera, Paramus; Brandon Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge, Dan Geraldi, Rutherford; Mike Laurice, Indian Hills; Sebastian Trujuillo, Becton/Wallington.

119
Danny Tyson, Waldwick/Midland Park; Firas Warrad, Bogota/Weehawken; Charlie Mitchell, Bergen Catholic; Chuckie Slater, Ramsey; Adam Rusch, Old Tappan; Dan Ressler, Pascack Valley; Brandon Giovanetti, Ridgewood; Alex Scheinert, Ramapo; Ryan Monteforte, Cliffside Park; Daryl Albonico, St. Joseph; Pedro Morejon, Lyndhurst/North Arlington.

125
Chris Leidig, Dumont; John Herbener, Demarest; Ryan Giovanetti, Ridgewood; Joe Rizzitello, Paramus; Paul Getto, Northern Highlands; Tyler Champy, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Emmanuel Villanueva, Becton/Wallington.

130
Josh Alorro, Cresskill; Matt Jacobson, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Matt Mangini, Bergen Catholic; Enrique Romero, Bogota/Weehawken; Joe Nacco, Ramapo; Zach Frohlich, Old Tappan; Dave Powell, River Dell; Michael Spangler, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge.

135
James DiGregorio, Emerson/Park Ridge; Nick Baranello, River Dell; Nick Madormo, Ramapo; Tayfun Ender, Fort Lee; John Boyle, Rutherford; Steve Sivelstro, Bergen Catholic.

140
Pete Seeback, Paramus Catholic; Erick Marrero, Bergenfield; Shawn Flesche, Old Tappan; Brandon Cocherl, Northern Highlands; Chris Montero, Hackensack; Mike Paskas, Rutherford; Ryan Spangler, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Terek Molamusa, Ramapo; Kris Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge.

145
Andrew Vecchione, Emerson/Park Ridge; Andrew Gramaglia, Ridgewood; Vincent Silano, St. Joseph; Pedro Barahona, Waldwick/Midland Park; Matt Ellsworth, Bergen Catholic; Javaunne Gordon, Hackensack; Anthony Melon, Paramus; Gal Levy, Fair Lawn; Jovan Rivera, Bergenfield; Peter Ruiz, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Charlie Woods, Demarest; Kris Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge; Tyler Mealy, Becton/Wallington.

152
Jared Vergara, Pascack Hills; Dave Heitman, Mahwah; Bobby Franklin, Ridgewood; Alex Cimiluca, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Niko Tsolakidis, Demarest; Chris Durante, Paramus; Jeff Farina, St. Joseph; Adrian Fernandez, River Dell; Jimmy MacWilliams, Ramsey.

160
Luke Iorio, Bergen Catholic; Derick Layne, Demarest; Steven Macko, Ramsey; Christian Rota, Ridgewood; Ricky Rizzo, River Dell; Andrew Hodulik, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Jake Regina, Rutherford; Ryan Melley, Ridgefield Park/Ridgefield; Patrick Cottrell, Pascack Hills.

171
Adem Najarian, Dumont; Nate Leer, Teaneck; Anthony Mordaga, Paramus; Victor Kipiani, Ramapo; Kieran Keelan, River Dell; Ryan Walker, Mahwah; Mike Otsuka, Bergen Catholic; Tafadzwa Mushandu, Fort Lee; Chris Motichka, Lyndhurst/North Arlington; Jonathan Gonzalez, Becton/Wallington; Matt Damato, Ramsey.

189
Jared Schlett, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Rich Torres, Bergenfield; Zack Klein, Ramsey; Jared Yuhas, Bogota/Weehawken; David Zurla, Rutherford; Mike Amaro, St. Mary; Ray Donnelly, Old Tappan; Nick Barone, Westwood.

215
Iyi Okunlola, Old Tappan; Byron Blake, Ramsey; Matt Mecca, Northern Highlands; Joe Schlossberg, River Dell; Dan Lewitt, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Mike Gerbasio, Rutherford; Abo Mahmoud, Becton/Wallington; Andrew Benvenuto, Don Bosco.

285
Ivan Tandara, Tenafly; Jeff Rodriguez, Lodi; Abe Malki, Elmwood Park; Dakota Bryant, Cresskill; Jimmy Uzzalino, Ridgewood; Wisam Daoud, Hackensack; Ryan MacIver, Pascack Valley; Nick Saile, Becton/Wallington.

All Bergen County Wrestling Team Announced

ALL-BERGEN WRESTLING

FIRST TEAM

103- freshman, Nick Gravina, Northern Highlands, Coach Rick Babitts

Nick  Gravina helped the Highlanders to another successful  wrestling season . Wrestling at 103 lbs Nick finished with a record of 38-4 with 18 pins. Nick was this years BCCA Champion, District Champion, Regional Champion, and 5th in the NJ state tournament. Nick was also voted 1st team all league NBIL and 1st team all county. Nick could not be here tonight because he is attending the freshmen nationals in Virginia Beach



112- junior, Jeff Rottingen, Ramsey,  Coach Anthony Petrock

Jeff is a pleasure to coach, he is a hard worker in the room, and is very dedicated to his team and his sport.  He has been the cornerstone of our team for the past three years.  He has placed 2^nd in district 5 twice and is a district champ and a region champ this season 2010.  He finished his year by placing 8^th in the NJSIAA state tournament in Atlantic City.  He has 99 wins going into his senior year and will continue to set records for Ramsey high school in the upcoming season.



119- junior, Joe Orecchio, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(25-5) Joey Orecchio had another outstanding season for the Ironmen.  Despite missing almost a month due to injuries Joe managed to win 25 matches this season.  With an injured knee he placed 6^th in the prestigious Beast of the east tournament.  He followed that up with his 3^rd district title and his 3^rd region title.  Joe finished his season with 2^nd state medal, earning 4^th place in the NJ state tournament.  Joe is currently wrestling at the junior nationals, in preparation for his senior campaign as well as his college career.  Only a junior Joey is on track to be the most decorated wrestler in Don Bosco history



125- sophomore, Connor Melde, Bergen Catholic, Coach Dave Bell

Connor completed his sophomore campaign with a Season Record of 35-3 and fourth place finish at the state tournament. In the state semi-final match it was only a takedown with seconds left in the overtime period which prevented him from reaching the finals. Connor's accomplishments on the season include BCCA, District and Regional championships. He is very technical wrestler that is difficult to score on and is very good from any position. Over the course of the season Connor emerged as team leader and is determined to accomplish his goal of winning a state championship.

130- senior, Frank Cagnina, Queen of Peace, Coach Scott Weaver

There are many words that can describe this Queen of Peace senior athlete.  Relentless, skilled, physical may be some of the words to use.

The Queen of Peace senior is all of these; and also perfect.  Frank finished undefeated for the second year in a row to claim his 3^rd New Jersey State Championship.  39-0 was the final record of his decorated senior season.  This season's highlights included his 4^th Bergen County Championship, his 2^nd Maryland Mat Madness Championship, his 4^th District Championship, his 4^th Region Championship, and finally, his 3^rd New Jersey State Championship.

Frank capped of his final season as perfect.  His strong work ethic and strong commitment to excellence have rewarded him with the following accolades:

1. Invitation to the Cliff Keen DREAM TEAM


2. Ranked # 1 in the Country at 130


3. A Full 5-year athletic scholarship to Lehigh University.

Frank has had a tremendous high school career.  It's eminent that he's not done winning championships too. Ladys and gentlemen lets give a big round of applauds for 3 time NJ state Champion Frank Cagnina




135- senior, Vinny Fava, Elmwood Park, Coach Jared Luciani

As a senior for Elmwood Park, no coach could ask for a better leader than Vinnie Fava.  As a two year Captain Vinnie led the team by example.  He has always been the first wrestler in the room and the last to leave.  His tireless effort to make his team better has made him very popular amongst his teammates. Vin is a 4 x first team all county, 4 x district champ, 4x first team all league, 3x region champ, 1 x region runner up, He has finished 7th, 6th and 3rd in the NJ state championships,  He also placed 4th in the Beast of the East.   His career record is 122-19.  His 2007 Team were state champs and in 09 were state runner up.  His biggest accomplishment in high school was capitalized with a Junior National Title in Virginia Beach.



140- junior, Nick Alpher, Paramus, Coach Steve Klass

Nick ended this year with a 35-5 record.  Going into his senior year Nick has accumulated 99 wins.  This year Nick won the Caldwell invitational, BCCA County Tournament, and was a District 5 Champion.  Nick also placed 2nd in Region 2 and qualified for his second state tournament.  Nick was a team leader for one of the top programs in Bergen County and new Jersey.

140- sophomore, Sal Mastriani, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(33-7) Only a sophomore Sal has amassed over 65 wins for his career.  He placed 3^rd in the BCCA, 2^nd in the District, and won his 1^st Region title.  Sal made his 2^nd trip to Atlantic City this season to cap a tremendous season.  More importantly, Sal Mastriani is undoubtedly the hardest worker on the Don Bosco team.  His toughness and work ethic were a major catalyst behind the ironmen earning their 1^st team state championship.  The Ironmen expect Sal to continue to lead them to great things in the next two years.

145- senior, Johansi Rivera, Fort Lee, Coach Alex Almeyda

Johansi Rivera, a senior at 145 pounds, finished with a season record of 36 wins and 4 losses.  He was a four year varsity starter for the Bridgemen.  He has earned three 1^st team B.C.S.L. All-League Honors.

He has been honored in the County three times.

• Sophomore year- Honorable Mention


• Junior year- Third Team


• Senior year- 1st team

He has placed twice in the Bergen County Coaches Tournament.

• 6th his Junior year


• 1st his Senior year

He placed three times in District 16

He placed twice in Region 4

• 2nd his Junior year


• 4th his Senior year

Johansi Rivera completed his High School career 2nd for All-Time Wins in Fort Lee History with 105 wins.

What is even more remarkable than all of his achievements is that this young man has earned all of this with only wrestling for 4 years.

He is being recruited by Johnson and Wales University and Delaware Valley University.

152- senior, Keith Switzer, Bergen Catholic, Coach Dave Bell

Keith had a season record of 26-6.

Keith completed his career as a four time district place finisher, four-time region place finisher and with an 8^th place finish at the state tournament. He served as senior team captain and was instrumental in molding a very young group of wrestlers into a close-knit and successful team. The coaching staff agreed that Keith was, overall, one of the best athletes on the team. Keith's first sport is lacrosse. Keith will continue his Lacrosse Career at St. John's College next year, where he is a scholarship athlete.



160- freshman, Frank Mattiace, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(32-12)  Frank  Mattiace is the definition of perseverance and the beneficiary of hard work.  Only a freshmen Frankie took some tough losses early the season and they benefited him greatly as the season went on.  Frank placed 5^th in the BCCA, 3^rd in the District,  1^st in the Region, and finally 6^th in the NJ State tournament.  Despite some heartbreaking losses Frank continued to believe in his abilities and worked harder every week.  That work paid off in the end. Frank peaked at the end of the season and earned a medal in Atlantic City.  A tremendous accomplishment for any freshmen, but astounding at 160lbs.



171- senior, Jamie Westwood, Queen of Peace, Coach Scot Weaver

Jamie Westwood has not performed his best wrestling yet.  This 171 pound senior had to face possible season ending surgery in late January. Jamie overcame knee surgery and finished with a rewarding career with a 3^rd place finish in the NJ State Tourney, a District and Region Championship, and a 122 career wins. Jamie's solid leg attack and strong work ethic, has earned him a scholarship to Bucknell University.

Over Jamie's four years, he placed in the Beast of the East, the Maryland Mat Madness, the Junior High School Nationals, and the FILA Free style Nationals. Jamie was named All Conference in his final three years competing, finished his senior season with a 34-6 record, and named All Bergen for the 2^nd year in a row.

Jamie is an excellent student and Queen of Peace, his family, and the coaching staff is very proud of his accomplishments

189- freshman, Razohan Gross, Don Bosco, Coach Nunzio Campanile

(26-8) Razohnn is another outstanding freshman for the Ironmen.  Razohnn is another wrestler that steadily improved over the course of the season.  Razohnn, placed 3^rd in the BCCA, 1^st in the Districts, and 1^st in the Region.  A gifted athlete, Razohnn combined raw talent with a tough aggressive style that often overwhelmed opponents.  That style should continue to help Razohnn as he expands his wrestling arsenal.  Also a football player Razohnn looks to be a 2 sport standout for Don Bosco next year.



215- senior, Jonathan Price, Hackensack, Coach John Stallone

Jonathan Price wrestled his way up through the Hackensack Junior Wrestling program.  Through hard work and dedication, he was a Bergen County Freshman Champion.  He was a four year Varsity starter, helping the team to the state sectional finals two of his four years.  Jonathan's record this year was 24-4 with 19 pins.  This year, wrestling up at heavyweight, Jonathan was a Cutter Classic champion and took a silver medal in the County Tournament.  Wrestling at his true weight class of 215, Jonathan was very successful.  With his explosive and athletic wrestling style, he earned a District 7 Championship.  Jonathan's special moment was to win the Region 2 Gold medal in his home gym at Hackensack High School.



285- senior, Mike Shannon, Old Tappan, Coach Rob Ortiz



Michael finished the season with a 35-2 record and was 84-25 in his career. This year, his 23 pins and 183 team points were among the most in the state. He was undefeated in dual meet and tournament competition until the state tournament. Michael won the District 8, Region 2, and BCCA championships, becoming Old Tappan's first county champion since 1991 and helping the school to its first overall title. He is an outstanding leader and always places the team ahead of himself. Next year he will wrestle at Division III power Ithaca College.

Teams of the year

Becton/Wallington, Coach Mike Settembrino

The Becton/Wallington Wrestling team ended the year with an 18-6 record and clinched the BCSL National Team Championship title for the second year in a row as well as winning a District 15 title, an honor in which the school has not seen in 31 years.  Aside from these accomplishments, Becton/Wallington has also been crowned the Garfield Tournament Team Champions and more impressively, the Group 1 and 2 Bergen County Team of the Year.  In addition, the team proudly encompasses seven 1^st Team All League Members and three 2^nd Team All League Members.

Paramus, Coach Steve Klass

Paramus finished the year with a 16-6 record.  They were District 5 Champs, League Champs, and State Sectional Finalists.  They finished the year ranked # 23 in the final New Jersey Wrestling Coaches Association Top 25 Poll.  Despite the 16-6 record the Spartans were undefeated in Bergen County and against teams in Region 2.  Their 7 losses came to the #1, #2, #11, #15, #22 teams in the State of New Jersey, and their final loss was to a team ranked as on of the top 15 in Pennsylvania.  The 2010 senior class went 4 years without losing a league match.  Individually they crowned 2 County Champs, 5 District champs and qualified 4 wrestlers for the State Championships.

Coach of the Year-  Kevin Manning

Kevin Manning just finished his fifth year has head wrestling coach at Bergenfield High School.  Over this time his team has an overall record of 78 wins and 33 losses with three league titles.  This year with the help of his assistant coaches the bears ended the season with a 17-2 record and a share of the NBIAL league title.  Along with being voted Bergen County Coach of the year, Kevin received District and Region coach of the year honors as well.

SECOND TEAM

103-  Brian Schneider, Hackensack, senior

112-  Anthony Miuccio, Old Tappan, senior

119-  Sergio Grigorian, Fair Lawn, senior

125-  Andrew Polidore, Queen of Peace, senior

130-  James Dawson, Don Bosco, freshman

135-  Zach Zotollo, Paramus, senior

145-  Matt Dickman, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook, sophomore

152-  Jason Dack, Don Bosco, senior

152-  James Dugan, Becton/Wallington, sophomore

160-  Mike Mordaga, Paramus, senior

171-  Mike Khoury, St. Joseph, senior

189-  Brendan Wengerter, Cresskill, senior

215- Luke Pragdat, Mahwah, junior

285-  Joe Ortiz, Ridgefield Park/Ridgefield, senior

THIRD TEAM

103-  Trevor Albrecht, Bergen Catholic, junior

112-  Thomas Casper, Bergen Catholic, senior

119-  Steven Schneider, Emerson/Park Ridge, sophomore

125-  Nick Maselli, Emerson/Park Ridge, sophomore

125-  Alex Preefer, Cresskill, senior

130-  Nick Guarriello, Emerson/Park Ridge, senior

135-  Joe DeQuinzio, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge, senior

135-  Dan Rehain, Northern Highlands, senior

140-  Vince DiMitri, Fair Lawn, senior

140-  Sam Pietrantuono, Ridgewood, senior

145-  Darius Charles, Old Tappan, senior

160-  Ryan Sblendorio, Mahwah, junior

160-  Dane McDermott, St. Joseph, junior

171-  Damian Murberg, Pascack Valley, junior

171-  Eric Torres, Elmwood Park, senior

189-  Mike Scrozzo, Queen of Peace, senior

189-  Kevin Yali, Waldwick/Midland Park, senior

215-  Phil McCue, St. Joseph, senior

285-  Cody Mann, Mahwah, junior

285-  Kurt Schmitz, Don Bosco, senior

HONORABLE MENTION

103
Christian Negron, Bergenfield; Brendan Campbell, River Dell,  Austin Cantone, St. Joseph; Joe Baldicanas, Paramus Catholic; Jesse Massaro, Old Tappan; Justin Scheinert, Ramapo; William Montgomery, Ridgewood; Billy Reardon, Don Bosco; Max Gallo, Fair Lawn; Matt Joskowitz, Cliffside Park; Matt McKay, Westwood; Mike Morreale, Lyndhurst/North Arlington.

112
Jep Alorro, Cresskill; Brandon Stueben, Northern Highlands; Domenic Manginelli, Dumont; Joe Guerriero, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Antonio Nadera, Paramus; Brandon Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge, Dan Geraldi, Rutherford; Mike Laurice, Indian Hills; Sebastian Trujuillo, Becton/Wallington.

119
Danny Tyson, Waldwick/Midland Park; Firas Warrad, Bogota/Weehawken; Charlie Mitchell, Bergen Catholic; Chuckie Slater, Ramsey; Adam Rusch, Old Tappan; Dan Ressler, Pascack Valley; Brandon Giovanetti, Ridgewood; Alex Scheinert, Ramapo; Ryan Monteforte, Cliffside Park; Daryl Albonico, St. Joseph; Pedro Morejon, Lyndhurst/North Arlington.

125
Chris Leidig, Dumont; John Herbener, Demarest; Ryan Giovanetti, Ridgewood; Joe Rizzitello, Paramus; Paul Getto, Northern Highlands; Tyler Champy, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Emmanuel Villanueva, Becton/Wallington.

130
Josh Alorro, Cresskill; Matt Jacobson, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Matt Mangini, Bergen Catholic; Enrique Romero, Bogota/Weehawken; Joe Nacco, Ramapo; Zach Frohlich, Old Tappan; Dave Powell, River Dell; Michael Spangler, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge.

135
James DiGregorio, Emerson/Park Ridge; Nick Baranello, River Dell; Nick Madormo, Ramapo; Tayfun Ender, Fort Lee; John Boyle, Rutherford; Steve Sivelstro, Bergen Catholic.

140
Pete Seeback, Paramus Catholic; Erick Marrero, Bergenfield; Shawn Flesche, Old Tappan; Brandon Cocherl, Northern Highlands; Chris Montero, Hackensack; Mike Paskas, Rutherford; Ryan Spangler, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Terek Molamusa, Ramapo; Kris Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge.

145
Andrew Vecchione, Emerson/Park Ridge; Andrew Gramaglia, Ridgewood; Vincent Silano, St. Joseph; Pedro Barahona, Waldwick/Midland Park; Matt Ellsworth, Bergen Catholic; Javaunne Gordon, Hackensack; Anthony Melon, Paramus; Gal Levy, Fair Lawn; Jovan Rivera, Bergenfield; Peter Ruiz, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Charlie Woods, Demarest; Kris Buonomo, Emerson/Park Ridge; Tyler Mealy, Becton/Wallington.

152
Jared Vergara, Pascack Hills; Dave Heitman, Mahwah; Bobby Franklin, Ridgewood; Alex Cimiluca, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Niko Tsolakidis, Demarest; Chris Durante, Paramus; Jeff Farina, St. Joseph; Adrian Fernandez, River Dell; Jimmy MacWilliams, Ramsey.

160
Luke Iorio, Bergen Catholic; Derick Layne, Demarest; Steven Macko, Ramsey; Christian Rota, Ridgewood; Ricky Rizzo, River Dell; Andrew Hodulik, Hasbrouck Heights/Wood-Ridge; Jake Regina, Rutherford; Ryan Melley, Ridgefield Park/Ridgefield; Patrick Cottrell, Pascack Hills.

171
Adem Najarian, Dumont; Nate Leer, Teaneck; Anthony Mordaga, Paramus; Victor Kipiani, Ramapo; Kieran Keelan, River Dell; Ryan Walker, Mahwah; Mike Otsuka, Bergen Catholic; Tafadzwa Mushandu, Fort Lee; Chris Motichka, Lyndhurst/North Arlington; Jonathan Gonzalez, Becton/Wallington; Matt Damato, Ramsey.

189
Jared Schlett, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Rich Torres, Bergenfield; Zack Klein, Ramsey; Jared Yuhas, Bogota/Weehawken; David Zurla, Rutherford; Mike Amaro, St. Mary; Ray Donnelly, Old Tappan; Nick Barone, Westwood.

215
Iyi Okunlola, Old Tappan; Byron Blake, Ramsey; Matt Mecca, Northern Highlands; Joe Schlossberg, River Dell; Dan Lewitt, Glen Rock/Saddle Brook; Mike Gerbasio, Rutherford; Abo Mahmoud, Becton/Wallington; Andrew Benvenuto, Don Bosco.

285
Ivan Tandara, Tenafly; Jeff Rodriguez, Lodi; Abe Malki, Elmwood Park; Dakota Bryant, Cresskill; Jimmy Uzzalino, Ridgewood; Wisam Daoud, Hackensack; Ryan MacIver, Pascack Valley; Nick Saile, Becton/Wallington.