Catholic Central Wrestling once again shined at the MHSAA Division 1 State Championships at Ford Field, capturing four individual state titles and placing 12 wrestlers on the podium. The Shamrocks showcased their grit, determination, and championship pedigree on the biggest stage, adding another storied chapter to the program’s legacy.

Senior Lee Krueger ‘25 capped off his high school career in style, winning his first state title at 190 lbs with a dominant 11-0 victory over Thomas Jaynes of Romeo in the finals. Harvard commit and fellow senior Connor Bercume ‘25 completed an undefeated 44-0 season, securing his third state title with a 10-2 decision over Brighton’s Sean O’Keefe at 150 lbs.

Junior Wyatt Lees ‘26 earned his third state championship, winning an all-Shamrock final against sophomore Ryan Totten ‘27 in a hard-fought 3-0 match at 120 lbs. At 144 lbs, Grayson Fuchs ‘27 successfully defended his state title, defeating Davison’s returning state finalist Tanner McDunnah 14-2 in a commanding performance. 

Beyond the four state champions, Catholic Central had an impressive showing across weight classes, with eight additional medalists:

• Ryan Totten ‘27 – Runner-up at 120 lbs
• Mack Moscovic ‘27 – 4th at 126 lbs
• Jamison Gregory ‘27 – 5th at 126 lbs
• Nathan Walkowiak ‘25 – 6th at 132 lbs
• Meyer Murray ‘28 – 5th at 132 lbs
• Alex Buskirk ‘26 – 8th at 150 lbs
• Braxten Roche ‘28 – 5th at 157 lbs
• Caden Krueger ‘27 – 3rd at 175 lbs

“Our guys had a remarkable year, and I’m proud of the work and commitment they put in this season,” said the coaching staff. “This team dealt with a lot of adversity and never wavered, upholding the standard here at CC.”

With another outstanding season in the books, the Shamrocks continue to set the bar high for excellence in Michigan wrestling. Congratulations to all the wrestlers, coaches, and families who contributed to this incredible achievement!