Croton-Harmon Wrestling Team Wins League Title

From Croton Harmon HS: Croton-Harmon High School’s varsity wrestling team ended the regular season on a strong note, winning the league title.

“We concluded our season with a six-match winning streak,” said coach Sam Occhipinti, who added the team won eight of its last nine dual meets. “This was a total team effort where everyone stepped up to achieve our top team goal of the season.”

Occhipinti noted that in addition to being successful on the mat, he is proud of the team’s efforts outside of training as well.

“They volunteered to assist in the annual blood drive at CHHS in December, and refused community service hours,” he said. “The team also strives to be good students in the classroom as well.”

Additionally, at the Edgemont Invitational Wrestling Tournament on Jan. 28, the team received the prestigious Erik B. Cantor Sportsmanship Award for its outstanding conduct during the tournament.

“To me,” said Occhipinti, “this award was more important than any other trophy, as it was a reflection of our team’s character as individuals, as well as successful wrestlers.”

Photo courtesy of Croton-Harmon Schools (Croton-Harmon High School’s wrestling team capped off the regular season with the league title and a sportsmanship award.)