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Historic Wins: Marmion, Munaretto, Gochis, and St. Francis Shine

1/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

In 2025, Marmion's wrestling team won its first dual team state title by defeating Hononegah 42-31.
St. Charles East's Dom Munaretto won his second state wrestling championship.
Kaneland's Angelina Gochis won her second state championship in girls' wrestling.
St. Francis football won the Class 5A state championship with a dramatic last-minute touchdown.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1974, the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) initiated the first state wrestling tournament, significantly boosting participation to over 200 schools by the late 1980s. Recent successes of Marmion's wrestling team and champions like Dom Munaretto and Angelina Gochis highlight the sport's growth in Illinois, emphasizing its role in developing athletic talent and fostering school pride.

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Story summary

In 2025, Marmion's wrestling team won its first dual team state title by defeating Hononegah 42-31.
St. Charles East's Dom Munaretto won his second state wrestling championship.
Kaneland's Angelina Gochis won her second state championship in girls' wrestling.
St. Francis football won the Class 5A state championship with a dramatic last-minute touchdown.

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