Members of the Troy Wrestling Team place at state competition

Troy Community School District 30-C congratulates its Troy Wrestling Team for outstanding placement at the recent IESA State Wrestling Meet, held at Northern Illinois University.

Casey Koerner, at 70 pounds, took 2nd place in his category. Cohen Weber, at 95 pounds, placed 4th; and Chaise Jones, at 65 pounds, and Aurelio Munoz, at 105 pounds, each placed 6th.

Other Troy wrestlers who competed at state were Jaxon Banner, 119 pounds; John Grembowicz, 275 pounds; Marco Rodriguez, 155 pounds; and Joshua Thigpen, 185 pounds.

The team placed 10th overall.

Team coaches are Chris Meza, Rudy Meza, Michelangelo Flores and Austin Poch.

“Overall we had a rough season with a short period of time to prepare,” Head Coach Chris Meza said, “but our wrestlers put their hard work and dedication into this sport and made it this far. We as a coaching staff are very proud of them.”

Troy Athletic and Activities Director Meagan DeGroot said the amazing outcome was especially sweet coming after two years of the team not competing at state due to Covid-19 restrictions.

“It was nice to see a packed stadium at NIU,” DeGroot said, “and feel the excitement from the athletes and coaches.”