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Elyria Today
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Perry High School wrestler qualifies for state tournament
Junior 144-pounder Anthony Trentanelli advances after winning district semifinal match
Published on Mar. 7, 2026
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Perry High School junior 144-pounder Anthony Trentanelli has qualified for the Division II state wrestling tournament. Trentanelli, who wrestled his first match of the season at last week's sectional tournament, defeated Elyria Catholic's Juelz Martin 10-6 in the district semifinal round at the Kenston tournament.
Why it matters
Trentanelli's impressive postseason run highlights the competitive nature of high school wrestling in Ohio, where athletes must navigate a challenging path through sectional and district tournaments to reach the state championships.
The details
Trentanelli, a junior, secured his spot in the state tournament with a 10-6 decision over Elyria Catholic's Juelz Martin in the semifinal round of the Kenston district tournament. This comes after Trentanelli wrestled his first match of the season at last week's sectional tournament, demonstrating his ability to quickly regain form and compete at a high level.
- The district tournament took place on March 7, 2026.
- Trentanelli wrestled his first match of the season at last week's sectional tournament.
The players
Anthony Trentanelli
A junior 144-pounder wrestler for Perry High School who has qualified for the Division II state wrestling tournament.
Juelz Martin
A wrestler for Elyria Catholic High School who lost to Trentanelli in the district semifinal match.
What’s next
Trentanelli will now advance to the Division II state wrestling tournament, where he will compete against the top wrestlers in his weight class from across Ohio.
The takeaway
Trentanelli's impressive postseason run, which included winning his district semifinal match after wrestling his first match of the season just a week prior, showcases the dedication and skill of high school wrestlers in Ohio as they strive to reach the state championships.
