Jian took 3rd at 152s and qualified for the North Coast Section Championships

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Jian took 3rd at 152s and qualified for the North Coast Section Championships, along with most of his teammates.

Sections are Feb 21-22.

http://www.ncswrestling.com/schools/117


 Yours truly and my favorite son. Taken at Benicia High School gym.

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