Even as a freshman, Dion Mesanko knows what the Southern Regional wrestling program is all about. That’s why, after he pinned Ocean City’s Wyatt Tolson on Feb. 28, he climbed to his feet, let out a howl, and showed off a double-fisted flex toward the coach’s corner.
FIRST TIMER: Southern Regional freshman Dion Mesanko celebrates after pinning his opponent in the 132-pound championship during the NJSIAA District 30 tournament on Feb. 28. (Photos by David Biggy)
“I was really excited about that pin,” said Mesanko, who captured the NJSIAA District 30 championship at 132 pounds at Absegami High School.
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