The History of Pen Argyl Wrestling
1965-2004
60's | 70's | 80's | 90's | 2000's | Team Records | Coaches Records | Wrestlers with Over 100 Wins | Wrestlers Hall of Fame
The 60's
In 1965, Pen Argyl High School added wrestling as another sport in its repertoire. In 1965, Bob Lakey assisted by Carl Millard led Pen Argyl's wrestlers into combat. Although inexperienced, these young men had the will to win and managed to go 3-5 .
The 1965 Wrestling Team - PAHS' First Wrestling Team
In 1966, Coach Lakey and his wrestlers did not fare as well, ending the year with a record of 2-12 . Leroy Lieberman finished the year 10-2-2 with the best record on the team. In 1967, James Tiernan became the second wrestling coach at Pen Argyl, with a 4-10 inaugural season. The 1967 season was also the first year Pen Argyl sent wrestlers to advanced competition. Dave Conrad advanced to District Semifinals at 88 pounds. In 1968 the wrestling team finished 6-7-1. In 1969 the team finished 6-7, and Steve Detweiler became a District XI Champion, the first from Pen Argyl.
The 1969 Wrestling Team
Mr. James Tiernan
2006 - Varsity- 7w/8L
2006 - Junior High- 10w/5L
2006-2007:
Brandywine Tournament:
Austin Williams: 119lbs./2nd place.
Philip Racciato: 125lbs./5th place.
Tylor Mutton: 152lbs./6th place.Keystone Invitational:
Austin Williams: 119lbs./2nd place.
Derek Beckage: 103lbs./3rd place.
Philip Racciato: 125lbs./6th place.
Jay Sandt: 140lbs./8th place.Liberty Hurricane Tournament:
Austin Williams: 119lbs./3rd place.District XI Tournament: Team: 6th.
Richie Smith: 285lbs./1st place.
Derek Beckage: 103lbs./3rd place.
Austin Williams: 119lbs./3rd place.
Philip Racciato: 125lbs./3rd place.Southeast Regional Tournament: Team: 9th.
Richie Smith: 285lbs./1st place.
Austin Williams: 125lbs./4th place.
Derek Beckage: 103lbs./6th place.PIAA Class AA State Tournament: Team: 18th
Richie Smith: 285lbs./1st place.
Austin Williams: 119lbs./State Qualifier.
2007- Varsity- 3W/9L
2007- Junior High- 12W/1L