The Delbarton School's wrestling team delivered an outstanding performance at the NJSIAA State Wrestling Championships held at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The Green Wave secured three individual state titles and had seven additional wrestlers earn medals, highlighting the program's depth and excellence, under the guidance of head coach Bryan Stoll and Co.

State Champions:

• 113 lbs: Cameron Sontz successfully defended his title, earning a 4-2 decision over Charles Esposito of St. Joseph Regional. This victory marks Sontz's second consecutive state championship, bringing him halfway to his goal of four state titles.  "After I got that first takedown, I'm up and there's no need to take unnecessary shots and risk putting myself in danger," said Sontz after his victory.  

• 150 lbs: Jayden James captured the elusive state crown with a dominant performance once again, defeating Jackson Weller of Delran by fall in 1:50. James's relentless pursuit and hard work culminated in this well-deserved championship, the first for the Delbarton junior.  "It's awesome, I worked hard my whole high school career," said James. "It's something I wanted, this is the thing that I didn't have. Just coming out here dominating, having fun, it's a great feeling."

• 165 lbs: Alessio Perentin clinched the state title with 12-3 major decision over A.J. Falcone of Christian Brothers Academy. In his final high school tournament, Perentin wrestled his way though out the weekend, securing his third straight state title.  "It feels amazing," says Perentin. "I'm the second three-time champion in Delbarton history. It just means so much to me."  Perentin finishes his high school career with 4 state medals, but his leadership was a key factor to the team this year.  "I just tried to take advice from the leaders that I had," Perentin said. "Delbarton has always had great leaders, every year I've been here. Andy Troczynski, Louis Cerchio, Simon Ruiz -- so many names. So I wanted to step up as one of those guys and I think it worked out great this year."  

Additional Medalists:

• 132 lbs: Ryan DeGeorge advanced to the finals but was edged out by Sammy Spaulding of Camden Catholic in a 9-6 sudden victory, securing a commendable second-place finish.  This is DeGeorge's second straight appearance in the state final.

• 120 lbs: Tommy Marchetti reached the semifinals before falling to the consolation bracket. Marchetti showcased resilience, battling through the consolation bracket to secure a third-place finish.

• 106 lbs: PJ Terranova advanced to the quarterfinals but was defeated by Killian Coluccio of Lacey. Terranova fought back, earning him a respectable fifth-place finish.

• 138 lbs: Chase Quenault reached the semifinals but was defeated by Carson Walsh of Pope John in a high-scoring 12-10 match. Quenault secured his first third-place finish, completing his high school career, while also reaching 100 career high school victories during the tournament.
   
• 144 lbs: Nick Schwartz In his first state tournament, Nick battled his way to the semifinal round, before dropping a very close 10-6 decision.  In the consolation bracket, Nick battled hard to earn a 5th place finish.
   
• 157 lbs: Trevor Jones Trevor was a warrior in Atlantic City, battling for a podium spot after dropping his pre-quarterfinal match.  In the wrestlebacks, Jones would win three straight before an unfortunate injury would end his weekend.  Trevor would still earn 8th in the 157lb division.

• 190 lbs: CJ Betz advanced to the semifinals but was overcome by Harvey Ludington of Brick Memorial.  However, Betz would earn a spot in the third place match, earning 4th place in a very competitive division.

This impressive showing reflects Delbarton's commitment to excellence and the hard work of its student-athletes and coaching staff.  Congrats to all 14 of our wrestlers for an amazing season.