West Essex Wrestling Advances to Sectional Finals

Team defeats Roxbury and Nutley to reach championship match

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The West Essex wrestling team has advanced to the sectional finals of the NJSIAA North 2, Group 3 tournament. They defeated Roxbury and Nutley in the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds to reach the championship match against Morris Hills on Wednesday night.

Why it matters

West Essex's run to the sectional finals marks the first time the team has reached this stage since 2020, showcasing their strength and resilience this season. The match against Morris Hills will be a highly anticipated showdown as both teams vie for the sectional title.

The details

In the semifinal match against Nutley, West Essex won by a score of 34-30, with key victories from wrestlers like Adam Aydinov, Christian Bastante, and Dante D'Achille. In the quarterfinal against Roxbury, West Essex dominated with a 62-9 win, including several forfeits and technical falls.

  • The quarterfinal match against Roxbury took place on Monday.
  • The semifinal match against Nutley also took place on Monday.
  • The sectional final match against Morris Hills is scheduled for Wednesday night.

The players

West Essex

The high school wrestling team from North Caldwell, New Jersey that has advanced to the sectional finals.

Morris Hills

The fourth-seeded team that will face West Essex in the sectional final match.

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What’s next

The winner of the West Essex vs. Morris Hills sectional final match will advance to the NJSIAA Group 3 semifinals.

The takeaway

West Essex's run to the sectional finals showcases the team's strength and resilience this season, as they look to capture the sectional championship and continue their postseason journey.