Syracuse, N.Y. — The latest rankings for Section III boys wrestling have been released, showcasing the top teams and individual wrestlers as of January 19, 2024. Compiled by wrestling analyst John Drew, this comprehensive overview highlights the competitive landscape in both Division I and Division II categories.
Division I Rankings
In Division I, the Carthage Comets lead the team rankings, followed closely by the West Genesee Wildcats and Baldwinsville Bees. The full team standings are as follows:
1. Carthage Comets
2. West Genesee Wildcats
3. Baldwinsville Bees
4. Cicero-North Syracuse Northstars
5. Fulton Red Dragons
Individual rankings in Division I feature impressive performances from young wrestlers. Notably, in the 103 lbs category, Kaleb Pollock from the Baldwinsville Bees, a seventh grader, boasts a record of 32 wins and 3 losses. Other top wrestlers include:
– **110 lbs**: Zach Boudreau (Baldwinsville Bees) – 32-2
– **118 lbs**: Kymah Gummow (Indian River Wolves) – 24-4
– **138 lbs**: Louden Elliott (Carthage Comets) – 24-2
– **190 lbs**: Ryan Brown (Syracuse City Schools) – 18-0
The depth of talent in Division I highlights not only established seniors but also promising underclassmen making their mark.
Division II Rankings
The Division II rankings are led by the Holland Patent Golden Knights, with the Marcellus Mustangs and Mexico Tigers rounding out the top three. The complete team rankings include:
1. Holland Patent Golden Knights
2. Marcellus Mustangs
3. Mexico Tigers
4. Jordan-Elbridge-PB-CM-US Eagles
5. Little Falls Mounties
As for individual accolades, the 103 lbs category features eighth grader Max Hanselman from Lowville Red Raiders, who remains undefeated at 18-0. Other standout wrestlers in Division II include:
– **110 lbs**: Seth Strain (Adirondack Wildcats) – 24-0
– **138 lbs**: Scott Hunneyman (Phoenix Firebirds) – 17-1
– **215 lbs**: Kadyn Derby (Mount Markham Mustangs) – 19-5
The rankings reflect a diverse range of talent across various weight classes, showcasing the depth of wrestling in the region.
For further details and updates on Section III wrestling, fans and participants can visit cnywrestling.com. The rankings serve as a significant indicator of the competitive spirit and skill present in Central New York’s wrestling community as the season progresses.
