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Joliet West Swimmer Qualifies for State Finals
Youjia Wang will compete Friday and Saturday in Evanston.
Joliet West High School junior Youjia Wang has earned himself a trip to the IHSA State Final Swim Meet next weekend. Wang qualified with a time of 1:00.22 in the 100-yard breaststroke.
While practicing his swimming skills, Wang also finds time to study hard and excel in the classroom. He recently got a perfect score of 36 on his ACT exam.
The State Final Swim Meet takes place February 28 and March 1 at Evanston Township High School in Evanston. The JTHS Swim Team is coached by Cameron Barnish.
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