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Mount Olive High School Senior Tyeler Hagensen Clinches 2024 NJSIAA Wrestling State Championship in Thrilling Victory

March 6, 2024

MOUNT OLIVE, NJ – In a spectacular display of skill and determination, Mount Olive High School senior Tyeler Hagensen secured victory in the 2024 New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) Wrestling State Championship in the 113 lbs. weight class. Hagensen's triumph adds another layer of glory to his remarkable high school wrestling career.

The NJSIAA State Individual Wrestling Championships, held at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City, NJ, from Thursday, February 29 to Saturday, March 2, witnessed Hagensen's exceptional performance as he battled his way to the top. With a season record of 41-4, Hagensen showcased his prowess and resilience on the mat, solidifying his status as a true wrestling prodigy.

Hagensen's journey to the championship was nothing short of extraordinary. Facing formidable opponents throughout the tournament, he demonstrated strategic brilliance and unwavering determination. His remarkable 116-16 career record speaks volumes about his consistency and skill, underscoring his dedication to the sport.  

Hagensen capped off his career in grand fashion on Saturday by defeating Johnathon McGinty of St. Joseph (Montvale), 5-2. He scored a takedown in the second period, then fended off a big a move and scored a second takedown in the third period.

What makes this victory even more special for Mount Olive High School is that Hagensen is now the second State Champion in the school's history. The last time the school celebrated a wrestling state champion was in 1988, a staggering 36 years ago, when Anthony Guidi clinched the title at 152 lbs. Tyeler Hagensen's accomplishment is a testament to the school's wrestling legacy and the dedication of its athletes over the years.

Mount Olive High School's wrestling program has a rich history, and Hagensen has etched his name alongside the legendary Anthony Guidi. The community is buzzing with pride, celebrating the achievement of their young athlete who has brought glory to the school and town.

As the news of Hagensen's victory spreads, Mount Olive High School is basking in the glory of this historic achievement. The NJSIAA Wrestling State Championship is not only a personal triumph for Tyeler Hagensen but also a moment of pride for the entire school and community, highlighting the spirit of perseverance and excellence that defines Mount Olive High School's wrestling program.

Earlier this month, we were happy to receive word that Mathias Klinke made the Flight Academy Alternate list.   We are now very happy to announce that he has been moved up onto the Select list and will be attending the AF-JROTC flight academy this summer to earn his private pilots license on a full scholarship.  This is a very prestigious honor that only 180 cadets nationwide have been chosen for. 

 

Congratulations Mathias!   

 

National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Students and National Merit Semifinalist (Fall of 2023)

 

Each year nearly 1.3 million students from approximately 21,000 high schools enter the National Merit Scholarship Program by sitting for the PSAT/NMSQT (and meeting other program entry requirements).  About 34,000 students are recognized as COMMENDED STUDENTS for their exceptional academic promise as a result of their performance on the PSATs they took last Fall.  These students were among the top 50,000 scorers on the test.  This makes them in the top 4% of all students who took the test in 2023.  

 

This year Mount Olive High School had 9 students qualify for this designation.  This is the largest number of students to be named COMMENDED STUDENTS in MOHS history.  

They are, in alphabetical order:

• VINCENT ANG

• GABRIELLA HARMON

• ARADHYA JAIN

• AANYA KHANDERIA

• MOHAMMAD MAHMOOD

• HASSAN SYED

• ROSHAN TAILOR

• RACHEL WATKINS

• ELIZABETH ZEIER

 

Additionally, 16,000 students (top 1%) are named National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists.  This year MOHS has one Semifinalist

RACHEL LINDEBLAD

 

They are all pictured above with their School Counselors and Mr. Stansberry, our Principal.  Please join me in congratulating them!  We are very proud of their efforts and achievements!