Northport HS Student Wins Wrestling Competition

NORTHPORT, NY — Matt Marlow, a wrestling champion and junior at Northport High School, added another prestigious championship to his resume.

Marlow earned first place in the 118-pound weight class at the Eastern States Wrestling Classic
on Sunday, the school district announced.

Matt pinned his opponent from Saranac in 3:17 to win the title. He had wins of 18-2, 17-2, 11-1, 6-1 and a second period pin leading up to the finals. In his six matches, Marlow did not surrender
a single offensive point to any of his opponents.

Marlow was named Northport High School’s first wrestling New York state champion last year, and he is now Northport’s first wrestler to be crowned champion at the Eastern States Wrestling Classic. He also took home the Section XI League 3 title as well.

Marlow is coached by Northport High School’s Thad Alberti and his father, Andrew Marlow.

“His winning this tournament is an incredible accomplishment," Alberti said via news release. "This is considered one of the most difficult tournaments in the area in season. To win it in such a dominant fashion shows how Matt's year-round hard work and dedication are paying off,” said Coach Alberti.

Andrew Marlow said his son is grateful for the chance to compete against fellow top wrestlers.

"[Matt] was sharp over the entire two-day competition and handled everything anybody threw at him," Andrew Marlow said.

The Eastern States Wrestling Classic took place at Sullivan Community College and brought
together the best wrestlers from several states across the Northeast. Students must be invited to
attend based on their record.