Monarque Wrestled His Way to Seventh-Place Finish

Whiz Kid's Name: Mike Monarque

Whiz Kid's School: Jefferson Township High School (senior)

Whiz Kid's Accomplishment: Monarque finished seventh in the 152-pound weight class at the NJSIAA state wrestling championships in Atlantic City last weekend.

Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness: Monarque mowed down Bordentown’s Khalid Shakir in the pre-quarterfinals in Atlantic City, then fell to Frank Marotti of West Essex 6-2, before defeating Francisco Colon of St. Peter’s Prep in a 7-4 decision.

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If you know a Jefferson kid or teen who makes you proud, e-mail the following and a photo to Susan.Toth@Patch.com. Whiz Kids will appear on Jefferson Patch each Friday:

• Nominator's Name
• Nominator's E-Mail
• Whiz Kid's Name
• Whiz Kid's Age
• Whiz Kid's School
• Whiz Kid's Accomplishment
• Whiz Kid's Key to Awesomeness (what made him/her successful?)