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Union Today
By the People, for the People
North 2 Region Girls Wrestling Tournament Showcases Top Talent
The annual competition at Union High School featured standout performances from wrestlers across New Jersey.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The North 2 Region girls wrestling tournament was held at Union High School on March 8, 2026, showcasing the top talent in the region. The event featured exciting matchups and championship finals in 14 different weight classes, with wrestlers from schools across New Jersey competing for regional titles.
Why it matters
Girls wrestling has seen tremendous growth in popularity and participation in recent years, with the North 2 Region tournament serving as an important showcase for the sport's rising stars. The event provides an opportunity for these young athletes to compete at a high level and gain valuable experience ahead of the state championships.
The details
The tournament featured several closely contested finals, including a 132-pound matchup between Scotch Plains-Fanwood's Harper Shimko and South Plainfield's Ava Fusaro, as well as a 145-pound clash between Immaculata's Taylor Thiele and Somerville's Anshul Kumar. Other highlights included Bayonne's Mariana Puzycki defeating Elizabeth's Valeria Ramirez in the 138-pound final and Delaware Valley's Emmy Rea Hotz besting Bound Brook's Brianna Sandoval in the 185-pound final.
- The North 2 Region girls wrestling tournament was held on March 8, 2026.
The players
Harper Shimko
A wrestler for Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School who won the 132-pound title.
Gabriela Giacone
A wrestler for Watchung Hills High School who competed in the 100-pound final.
Gabriella Conte
A wrestler for Hanover Park High School who competed in the 107-pound final.
Elllie Kisselbach
A wrestler for Phillipsburg High School who competed in the 114-pound final.
Emma Peake
A wrestler for Hunterdon Central High School who competed in the 120-pound final.
What’s next
The top wrestlers from the North 2 Region tournament will advance to the New Jersey state championships, which are scheduled for later this month.
The takeaway
The North 2 Region girls wrestling tournament showcased the depth of talent in the sport, with wrestlers from across New Jersey competing at a high level and demonstrating the continued growth and popularity of girls wrestling in the state.
