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Weston Wins Diving Championships at Plainville

Two Weston divers will advance to the Connecticut State Open Diving Championship.

Sophomore Liam Simmons - (Far Right) took first place with a score of 425.15 at the Class S State Diving Championships on Wed, March 9 at Plainville High School. Senior, Lucas Billig was third with a score of 374.45. Also scoring points for Weston were Freshman, Nikita Moffly in 7th and Junior Andrew Bell, 18th Place. Both Simmon and Billig who earned All State Honors for their performances, will advance to compete in the CT State Open Diving Championship taking place at Bulkeley High School on St. Patrick's Day, March 17.

Photo shows the 6 finalists. First place Liam Simmons Sophomore from Weston High School is on far right. Third place winner Senior Lucas Billig from Weston High School is third from right. The remaining two Weston divers not pictured took 7th and 18th place (see below).

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