The new year has begun, and Chesmont wrestling has officially begun. On Wednesday 1/7, the league opened the gates and Downingtown East visited neighboring Coatesville in a high-powered dual. The Cougars executed some high-scoring performances and prevailed over the ‘Ville with a final score of 47-14. Charlie Dunbar (107), Chris Fosmire (121), Jacob Lucier (133), Declan McDowell (139), Declan Jewell (145), and Cade McDowell (172) collected falls for the blue and gold, while Joe Duque (189) and Colin Smith (215) won crucial decisions. Senior Mike Brady also secured a tech fall at 152. Praise also goes out to first-year starters Matt Jackson (127) and Karsten Hodge (285) who battled their opponents and contained their match scores to keep the team score in check. Also on the evening’s slate, the JV Cougars won 8 of 9 bouts to route the Raiders 43-6. Beau Carlson (139), Max Zambrano (133), Jonah Myers (145), Mason Sledd (160), Darby Shepherd (215), and Colin Kimble (215) secured falls or tech-falls in the effort! Congrats to both teams on a strong league performance. Next up, the Chichester Duals at the week’s end. 2026 is off to a fast start! Buckle up!
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