Roselle Park Wrestler Reaches NJSIAA State Championship

Sophomore Lucia Ranieri aims to make history for her high school program.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 3:18pm

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Roselle Park High School sophomore Lucia Ranieri has reached the NJSIAA Wrestling State Championship in the 126-pound weight class. Ranieri, who has compiled a dominant 43-1 record this season and holds an impressive 76-4 career record, will compete for the state title on Saturday, March 14 at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. She is the first Roselle Park wrestler to reach a state championship match since 1998.

Why it matters

Ranieri's remarkable journey to the state finals is a testament to her years of dedication and passion for wrestling. Her appearance in the championship match is a historic moment for the Roselle Park wrestling program, which has seen a strong presence at this year's state championships.

The details

Ranieri opened the championships with a 21-6 victory over Adriance Patino of East Brunswick High School in the first round, followed by a pin against Zoe Poznanski of Colonia High School in the quarterfinals. On Friday, March 13, Ranieri continued her impressive run by pinning Polina Shardakova-Scorzafava of Kinnelon High School in the semifinal match to secure her place in the championship bout. Standing between Ranieri and a state title is Reagan Roxas of Kingsway Regional High School, whom she will face in the 126-pound state final.

  • Ranieri will compete in the NJSIAA Wrestling State Championships on Saturday, March 14 at 1 p.m. at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.
  • Ranieri opened the championships with a 21-6 victory over Adriance Patino of East Brunswick High School in the first round on March 14.
  • Ranieri pinned Zoe Poznanski of Colonia High School in the quarterfinals on March 14.
  • Ranieri pinned Polina Shardakova-Scorzafava of Kinnelon High School in the semifinal match on March 13 to secure her place in the championship bout.

The players

Lucia Ranieri

A sophomore wrestler at Roselle Park High School who has compiled a dominant 43-1 record this season and holds an impressive 76-4 career record. She is the first Roselle Park wrestler to reach a state championship match since 1998.

John Ranieri

Lucia Ranieri's father, who is a health and physical education teacher at Roselle Park High School and the program's former head wrestling coach.

Dan Gollin

The head coach of the Roselle Park High School wrestling program.

Ryan Rooney

The head coach of the Roselle Park High School wrestling program.

Reagan Roxas

Lucia Ranieri's opponent in the 126-pound state final, representing Kingsway Regional High School.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Ranieri will face Reagan Roxas of Kingsway Regional High School in the 126-pound state final on Saturday, March 14 at 1 p.m.

The takeaway

Lucia Ranieri's historic run to the NJSIAA Wrestling State Championship final is a testament to her dedication, passion, and the strength of the Roselle Park High School wrestling program. Her appearance in the championship match is a proud moment for the Panther community, and a chance for Ranieri to cement her name in the school's wrestling legacy.