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Cranford wrestlers punch tickets to Region 4
Cougars send 8 wrestlers to regional tournament despite narrow team loss to rival Rahway
Mar. 3, 2026 at 1:47am
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The Cranford High School wrestling team had a strong showing at the District 16 tournament, sending 8 wrestlers to the upcoming Region 4 tournament despite narrowly losing the team title to rival Rahway. Cranford crowned 5 individual champions and head coach Pat Gorman was named District Coach of the Year, highlighting the program's continued success.
Why it matters
Wrestling is a point of pride for the Cranford community, and the team's performance at the district tournament demonstrates their competitiveness within the highly competitive Union County wrestling landscape. Qualifying 8 wrestlers for the regional tournament is an impressive feat that showcases the depth and talent of the Cranford program.
The details
At the District 16 tournament, Cranford and Rahway engaged in a tight battle for the team title, with Rahway edging out the Cougars. However, Cranford still managed to crown 5 individual champions and qualify 8 wrestlers for the upcoming Region 4 tournament. Head coach Pat Gorman was also named District Coach of the Year, further highlighting the strength of the Cranford wrestling program.
- The District 16 tournament took place on March 1, 2026.
The players
Cranford High School
A public high school located in Cranford, New Jersey that fields a successful wrestling program.
Rahway High School
A public high school located in Rahway, New Jersey that is a longtime rival of Cranford in wrestling.
Pat Gorman
The head coach of the Cranford High School wrestling team, who was named District Coach of the Year.
What’s next
The 8 Cranford wrestlers who qualified for the Region 4 tournament will compete for a chance to advance to the state championships.
The takeaway
Cranford's wrestling program continues to be a source of pride for the community, with the team's strong performance at the district tournament showcasing their depth and competitiveness within the highly competitive Union County wrestling landscape.
