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Quick 10 – Jonny Parada
Jonny Parada – San Fernando HS
Q&A with Jonny Parada, San Fernando High, Junior
What was going through your mind after defeating then No.1 in California Vincent Gomez from Frontier?
After defeating the No. 1 guy in CA I was in shock because I didn’t think I was at that level. I just went in the match telling myself to wrestle hard and forget about his ranking.
Who is your workout partner in the wrestling room?
My workout partner is Sergio Mendez. He also medal in the state of California this past weekend.
Are you still shell shocked after all that happen this weekend?
Yes, I am. It’s crazy just thinking about it now. Knowing that the LA City section had four state placers this weekend. Hopefully this becomes a domino affect, and we get the same results every year.
Now that you are a state champion will you try to wrestle in College?
I’ve always wanted to wrestle in college. Getting a scholarship through wrestling has always been the plan.
What do you think about the fact that you’re the first and only state champion in the City Section?
I feel like I accomplished something great because nobody in LA City history has ever done that.
How special was to be a medalist along with Sergio “Checho” Mendez?
It felt awesome because Sergio Mendez is a good friend of mine.
How special is your relationships with Coaches Solano, German and Arana?
I’ve known chad since I was little so we’ve developed a strong relationship I can go to him for anything. Will German is my uncle by marriage and we’re close as well. Jess Arana Is a good role model to me and is always there.
Will you keep your state medal or will give it to your mom or dad?
My aunt has my state medal because she’s supported me since day 1.
Is the state bracket up in your wall, yet?
Yes it is. I have it up so I can see it and can motivate me to win another state title next season.
Any plans of wrestling in the near future?
I plan to either go to Flo or NHSCA nationals and win a title.
How special was to have the Tiger wrestling Family in state?
It was very special for the tiger family because this is the first time we’ve had a state champ
Who would you liked to thank for this accomplishment?
I would like to thank god my family, coaches, and friends.
Episode 34 of The MatBoss Podcast is with four-time All-American and three-time NCAA Division I finalist Gerry Abas of Fresno State. Gerry Abas talks about his start in wrestling in the Bay Area and how his speed, quickness and flash on the wrestling mat had its foundations in break dancing in the 1980s.
He also talks about his classic match and loss to Iowa’s Lincoln McIlravy, coaching his younger brother Stephen at Fresno State, watching the school drop the program and his feelings about it at the time. Abas also speaks about his son Jaden and what we can expect from him on the next level.
Stephen Abas
Stephen Abas, 2008 Olympic silver medalist and three-time NCAA Division I wrestling champion at Fresno State, has been named head wrestling coach at Fresno High School.
“We are excited to welcome Coach Abas to Fresno Unified, knowing that he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with our Fresno High student-athletes,” said Fresno Unified Superintendent Bob Nelson.
The statement said Abas would take the helm of the Warriors wrestling program at Fresno High immediately.
As a wrestler at Fresno State University, Abas was a four-time NCAA All-American, winning three NCAA titles at 125 pounds in 1999, 2001, and 2002. Abas tallied a 144-4 overall record for the Bulldogs, including 46 pins. Abas’ career winning percentage of 97.3 percent is also a school record. For all these accomplishments, Abas was named the Fresno State Male Athlete of the Year in 1999 and 2001.
Stephen in high school (Canyon Springs HS & James Logan HS) was a 3X CIF state champion and a NHSCA National Champion in 1996.
Stephen Abas – Fresno State, 3X NCAA National Champion
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Registration/Workout 3:00 – 8:00 pm
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Round 1 Girls Championship Round 1 9:00 am – 11:30 am (10 mats)
Round 2 Girls Championship Round 2 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (10 mats)
Round 1 Boys Championship Pig Tail 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (10 mats)
Round 2 Boys Championship Round 1 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm (10 mats)
Round 3 Boys Championship Round 2 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm (10 mats)
Round 4 Boys Consolation Pig Tails 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm (10 mats)
Friday, February 22, 2019
Round 5/3 Boys/Girls Consolation Round 1 9:00 – 12:00 pm (10/5 mats)
Round 6/4 Boys/Girls Consolation Round 2 12:00 – 3:00 pm (10/5 mats)
Round 7/5 Boys/Girls Quarterfinals/Consolation Round 3 3:00 – 6:00 pm (10/5 mats)
Round 8/6 Boys/Girls Consolation Round 4 6:00 – 7:30 pm (10/5 mats)
Round 9/7 Boys/Girls Consolation Round 5 7:30 – 8:30 pm (10/5 mats)
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Round 8/10 Girls/Boys Championship Semi-Finals 9:00 – 10:30 am (6 mats)
Round 8/11 Girls/Boys Consolation Semi’s 10:30 – 12:00 pm (6/3 mats)
Round 10/12 Girls/Boys 3rd/5th/7th Places 12:00 -2:00 pm (6/3 mats)
Final Round Championship Finals 5:05 pm (2 mats)
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