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La Habra Today
By the People, for the People
Six Inland wrestlers win CIF Southern Section Masters titles
North High School senior Coby Merrill claims third career Masters championship
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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Six wrestlers from the Inland region of Southern California won individual titles at the CIF Southern Section Masters Meet held at Sonora High School in La Habra. North High School senior Coby Merrill, the defending state champion at 285 pounds, captured his third career Masters championship after a quick 1 minute and 59 second victory in the heavyweight final.
Why it matters
The CIF Southern Section Masters Meet is one of the most prestigious high school wrestling tournaments in the state, with the top wrestlers from the region competing for titles and a chance to advance to the state championships. Winning a Masters title is a major accomplishment for these young athletes and a testament to their hard work and skill on the mat.
The details
Coby Merrill, a senior at North High School, won his third career CIF Southern Section Masters championship in the heavyweight division after a quick 1 minute and 59 second victory in the final. Merrill is the defending state champion at 285 pounds. In total, six wrestlers from the Inland region of Southern California claimed individual titles at the prestigious Masters Meet.
- The CIF Southern Section Masters Meet was held on Friday, February 21, 2026 at Sonora High School in La Habra, California.
The players
Coby Merrill
A senior heavyweight wrestler at North High School who is the defending state champion at 285 pounds.
The takeaway
The strong performance by Inland region wrestlers at the CIF Southern Section Masters Meet demonstrates the depth of talent and high level of competition in high school wrestling programs throughout Southern California. These title wins will give the champions momentum heading into the state championships, where they will look to continue their success at the highest level of competition.
