Dominance on the Mat: Marmion Academy Shines at IHSA 3A Boys Wrestling Regional

Zachary Gebis | February 8, 2025
1st Place - James Morrison of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Gabe Richmond of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Rocco Valvano of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South) 4th Place - Joey Calvillo of Batavia (Not Pictured)
1st Place - James Morrison of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Gabe Richmond of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Rocco Valvano of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South) 4th Place - Joey Calvillo of Batavia (Not Pictured)
1st Place - Aidan McClure of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Kai Enos of Batavia 3rd Place - Jeremiah Haynes of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Mason Goldman of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Aidan McClure of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Kai Enos of Batavia 3rd Place - Jeremiah Haynes of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Mason Goldman of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Colton Wyller of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Joseph Huicochea of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Elias Chaney of Batavia 4th Place - Michael Riggs of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Colton Wyller of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Joseph Huicochea of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Elias Chaney of Batavia 4th Place - Michael Riggs of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Nicholas Garcia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Kyle Pasco of Batavia 3rd Place - Peter Kabene of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Matthew Lisowski of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Nicholas Garcia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Kyle Pasco of Batavia 3rd Place - Peter Kabene of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Matthew Lisowski of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Demetrios Carrera of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Jack Platt of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Nathan Duffield of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) 4th Place - Collin Foley of Naperville (Neuqua Valley)
1st Place - Demetrios Carrera of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Jack Platt of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Nathan Duffield of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) 4th Place - Collin Foley of Naperville (Neuqua Valley)
1st Place - Evan Matkovich of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Jack Duraski of Batavia 3rd Place - Grayson Garcia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Daniel Tochimani of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Evan Matkovich of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Jack Duraski of Batavia 3rd Place - Grayson Garcia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Daniel Tochimani of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Zach Stewart of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Marcus Quintana of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Cole Hubbard of Batavia 4th Place - Maxwell Ridges of Naperville (Neuqua Valley)
1st Place - Zach Stewart of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Marcus Quintana of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Cole Hubbard of Batavia 4th Place - Maxwell Ridges of Naperville (Neuqua Valley)
1st Place - Ashton Hobson of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Malan Hatfield of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Curtis Burke of Naperville (Neuqua Valley) 4th Place - Joey Sirmon of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Ashton Hobson of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Malan Hatfield of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Curtis Burke of Naperville (Neuqua Valley) 4th Place - Joey Sirmon of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Dominic Serio of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Chase Osborne of Batavia 3rd Place - Andrew Haritos of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Reid Adler of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Dominic Serio of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Chase Osborne of Batavia 3rd Place - Andrew Haritos of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Reid Adler of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Dayne Serio of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Colin Peyton of Batavia 3rd Place - Anthony Haddad of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Emmanuel Diaz of Aurora (East)
1st Place - Dayne Serio of Aurora (West Aurora) 2nd Place - Colin Peyton of Batavia 3rd Place - Anthony Haddad of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 4th Place - Emmanuel Diaz of Aurora (East)
1st Place - Vincenzo Testa of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Manny Chavez of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Jack Brown of Batavia 4th Place - Lucas Pretkelis of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Vincenzo Testa of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Manny Chavez of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Jack Brown of Batavia 4th Place - Lucas Pretkelis of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Luke Boersma of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Mason Monce of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South) 3rd Place - Deividas Lewiton of Naperville (Neuqua Valley) 4th Place - Kevin Sanchez of Aurora (East)
1st Place - Luke Boersma of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Mason Monce of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South) 3rd Place - Deividas Lewiton of Naperville (Neuqua Valley) 4th Place - Kevin Sanchez of Aurora (East)
1st Place - Joseph Favia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Asher Sheldon of Batavia 3rd Place - Fernando Anaya of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Jordan Hatchett of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Joseph Favia of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Asher Sheldon of Batavia 3rd Place - Fernando Anaya of Aurora (West Aurora) 4th Place - Jordan Hatchett of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley)
1st Place - Mateusz Nycz of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Alfonso Aguilar of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Leonidas Hobson of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) 4th Place - Ashton Kibbe of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)
1st Place - Mateusz Nycz of Aurora (Marmion Academy) 2nd Place - Alfonso Aguilar of Aurora (West Aurora) 3rd Place - Leonidas Hobson of Aurora (Waubonsie Valley) 4th Place - Ashton Kibbe of Wheaton (W. Warrenville South)

Aurora IL – Marmion Academy played host to a thrilling IHSA 3A Boys Wrestling Regional today, where the mats burned with intensity, skill, and fierce determination. Wrestlers from across the 3A region converged at Aurora, battling not just for victory, but for pride, glory, and advancement in the state series.

Marmion Academy’s Commanding Performance

Marmion Academy emerged as the undeniable powerhouse of the tournament, clinching first-place finishes in numerous weight classes. From explosive pins to technical falls, Marmion athletes left a dominant imprint on the regional stage.

West Aurora’s Strong Resistance

Despite Marmion’s dominance, West Aurora showcased impressive performances, highlighted by the Serio brothers, Dominic and Dayne. Both wrestlers secured championship titles, with Dayne extending his remarkable season record to 43-1. Their victories were a testament to resilience and technique, keeping West Aurora competitive in key bouts.

Tournament Highlights

  • Fastest Pin: Senior heavyweight Mateusz Nycz (Marmion Academy) electrified the crowd with a blistering pin in just 21 seconds against Alfonso Aguilar (West Aurora).

  • Sibling Success: Dominic and Dayne Serio of West Aurora added to their family legacy, both claiming titles with dominant performances.

  • Most Dominant Victory: Vincenzo Testa (Marmion Academy) showcased technical brilliance with a swift 15-0 technical fall over Manny Chavez (West Aurora).

Key Championship Results:

  • 106 lbs: James Morrison (Marmion Academy) claimed victory with an 11-2 major decision.

  • 113 lbs: Aidan McClure (Marmion Academy) pinned Kai Enos (Batavia) at 3:43.

  • 120 lbs: Colton Wyller (Marmion Academy) dominated with a 12-2 major decision.

  • 157 lbs: Dominic Serio (West Aurora) showcased his strength with a pin in just 1:50.

  • 165 lbs: Dayne Serio (West Aurora) improved to 43-1 with a commanding 16-1 technical fall.

  • 285 lbs: Mateusz Nycz’s 21-second pin was the showstopper of the tournament.

Wrestling enthusiasts can expect more fireworks as these athletes continue their pursuit of state glory, driven by the passion and intensity displayed today on the mats of Marmion Academy. Stay tuned as the journey to the state finals heats up, promising more action, drama, and unforgettable wrestling moments.

 

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