The 2024-25 wrestling season was a landmark year for Louisville Male Wrestling, filled with historic achievements, gritty performances, and a culture-setting senior class. Under the guidance of Head Coach Thomas Noe, the Bulldogs continued their climb into Kentucky’s wrestling elite.
A Season of Firsts and Toughness
Male returned to the State Dual Tournament for the third consecutive season, but this time, they went further than ever before, finishing 6th in Class 3A, a program-best.
Even more impressive: the team did it while battling a wave of injuries and illness late in the year. Despite setbacks, Male produced seven state qualifiers (boys and girls combined) and celebrated region champions in Andrew Pomeroy and Joe Lampe, while Zariah Hampton was a runner-up.
Leaders at the Core
Senior captains Eli Lacefield and Joe Lampe, along with juniors Andrew Pomeroy and Galvin Stephens, were anchors in the lineup all season, not just winning matches, but also providing consistency and leadership through the team’s ups and downs.
Pomeroy earned back-to-back All-State honors with his 8th place finish at 138 pounds, showing the mental toughness and technical ability of a future state contender.
Big Wins, Bigger Lessons
Opening night set the tone. With several varsity wrestlers sidelined, Male dominated the then-top-10 South Oldham, making a statement about the depth and talent of this year’s squad. Even as injuries mounted—most notably senior Tyler Hawkins' shoulder injury—the team continued to battle.
One of the year’s crowning moments came in the State Duals wrestlebacks, where the Bulldogs avenged a loss to Meade County, proving their grit and growth. They placed for the first time at the state duals tournament.
New Faces, Major Impact
This season also saw breakout performances from underclassmen:
Dallas Sullivan, a first-year wrestler, emerged as a state qualifier and team leader in major decisions (5).
Freshman Braden Llaguno locked down a varsity spot early and never let go, also qualifying for state.
Versatile contributors like Austin Newton, Camden Chee, John Fuqua, James Gerkins, Caellum and Tyson Kinsel, and Jimmie Cunningham filled critical spots across multiple weight classes, giving the team a plug-and-play resilience rare in high school wrestling.
Senior Class Legacy
This year’s senior class—Coach Noe’s first full four-year group—leaves behind a legacy of toughness, leadership, and excellence:
Dual record: 83-22
2023 Sectional Champions, 2024-25 Runners-Up
Made wrestling “cool” at Male High School
They changed the perception of the sport within their school and set a foundation for years to come.
Future Is Bright
Looking ahead, Male returns a hungry and experienced core, led by rising seniors Andrew Pomeroy, Will Devore, Galvin Stephens, Andrew Recio, and Jimmie Cunningham. The team will also lean on rising stars like Leland Garcia, Braeden Llaguno, and John Fuqua, among others.
“This team knows the expectations,” said Coach Noe. “They’ve never had a season without a state duals berth—and now they’re ready to win it.”
Offseason Goals
The focus for the offseason is clear:
Finish tight matches
Improve strength, conditioning, and explosive movements to build championship-caliber endurance and toughness.
Where to Find the Stats
Team and individual results are available on TrackWrestling.
 and celebrated region champions in Andrew Pomeroy and Joe Lampe, while Zariah Hampton was a runner-up.
Leaders at the Core
Senior captains Eli Lacefield and Joe Lampe, along with juniors Andrew Pomeroy and Galvin Stephens, were anchors in the lineup all season, not just winning matches, but also providing consistency and leadership through the team’s ups and downs.
Pomeroy earned back-to-back All-State honors with his 8th place finish at 138 pounds, showing the mental toughness and technical ability of a future state contender.
Big Wins, Bigger Lessons
Opening night set the tone. With several varsity wrestlers sidelined, Male dominated the then-top-10 South Oldham, making a statement about the depth and talent of this year’s squad. Even as injuries mounted—most notably senior Tyler Hawkins' shoulder injury—the team continued to battle.
One of the year’s crowning moments came in the State Duals wrestlebacks, where the Bulldogs avenged a loss to Meade County, proving their grit and growth. They placed for the first time at the state duals tournament.
New Faces, Major Impact
This season also saw breakout performances from underclassmen:
Dallas Sullivan, a first-year wrestler, emerged as a state qualifier and team leader in major decisions (5).
Freshman Braden Llaguno locked down a varsity spot early and never let go, also qualifying for state.
Versatile contributors like Austin Newton, Camden Chee, John Fuqua, James Gerkins, Caellum and Tyson Kinsel, and Jimmie Cunningham filled critical spots across multiple weight classes, giving the team a plug-and-play resilience rare in high school wrestling.
Senior Class Legacy
This year’s senior class—Coach Noe’s first full four-year group—leaves behind a legacy of toughness, leadership, and excellence:
Dual record: 83-22
2023 Sectional Champions, 2024-25 Runners-Up
Made wrestling “cool” at Male High School
They changed the perception of the sport within their school and set a foundation for years to come.
Future Is Bright
Looking ahead, Male returns a hungry and experienced core, led by rising seniors Andrew Pomeroy, Will Devore, Galvin Stephens, Andrew Recio, and Jimmie Cunningham. The team will also lean on rising stars like Leland Garcia, Braeden Llaguno, and John Fuqua, among others.
“This team knows the expectations,” said Coach Noe. “They’ve never had a season without a state duals berth—and now they’re ready to win it.”
Offseason Goals
The focus for the offseason is clear:
Finish tight matches
Improve strength, conditioning, and explosive movements to build championship-caliber endurance and toughness.
Where to Find the Stats
Team and individual results are available on TrackWrestling.
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