Clayton Valley Charter Wrestling Season Preview

The 2024 wrestling season was a historic one for Clayton Valley Charter, marked by standout individual performances, a return to the state tournament for the boys, and a dominant showing from the girls’ team. Key Contributors and Impact Boys: Brady Coddington and Fabian Torres were pillars of consistency, medaling at every tournament except the state championships. Brady captured 2nd place at NCS, while Fabian finished 3rd. Jonathan Noguera, Matthew Luk, and Rahman Shair showed tremendous growth, elevating their performances late in the season to become key contributors. Girls: Abbi Cooper, Isabel Leyva, Mele Moeakiola, and Savannah Talmadge led a historic campaign. Abbi, Isabel, and Savannah each won NCS titles, with Mele securing 3rd place. At the state level, Abbi Cooper placed 2nd and Savannah Talmadge placed 3rd, while Isabel and Mele fought hard to go 2-2 at state. Impressively, all four medaled in every tournament they entered. Alondra Hernandez and Solei Tello also stepped up, medaling in nearly every tournament and playing critical roles in the team’s success. Notably, Mele accomplished all this in her first year of wrestling. Season Highlights Coach Behmlander called the season “excellent,” citing the boys' return to the state tournament for the first time in three years and the girls’ NCS Championship and 7th place finish at the state tournament as major milestones. Growth and Development The team witnessed several wrestlers step into bigger roles as the season progressed. Young talents gained valuable experience, setting the stage for an even stronger future. Overcoming Adversity While Coach Behmlander didn't elaborate on specific challenges, the team's resilience was evident in their postseason accomplishments. The seniors’ leadership was pivotal, with every state qualifier except Mele coming from the senior class. Senior Class Legacy The 2024 seniors left a lasting mark through their example of hard work, determination, and performance at the highest levels of competition. Future Outlook Looking ahead, Coach Behmlander is excited about the continued growth of the program and aims to focus on improving the execution of technique during the offseason. With a strong foundation in place and young talent emerging, the future looks bright for Clayton Valley Charter wrestling.