Buzz-worthy Kids: Natomas High Wrestler Pins Her Way to Podium & Qualifies for State Finals

Monique Young competing at the CIF Masters Championships. / Courtesy Photo

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Natomas High School student athlete and four-year Lady Nighthawks varsity wrestling team captain Monique “Nikki” Young placed second at the 2022 California Interscholastic Federation Masters Championships held at the Stockton Arena on Feb. 18 and 19.

Young finished 3-1, pinning her way to the podium and qualifying for the CIF State Wrestling Championships scheduled for this week in Bakersfield, Calif. She is set to wrestle Feb. 24-26 at the Mechanics Bank Arena and Convention Center.

Young is a high school senior and competed in the 143 pound weight class during the regular season, but dropped down to 137 pounds for the post season, regionals, masters and state wrestling matches.

Monique Young placed second at the CIF Masters Championships. / Courtesy Photo

Monique Young with Coach Jeremy Arsich and Coach Marcus Young. / Courtesy Photo

Monique Young with Coach Renee Young and brother Marcus Young. / Courtesy Photo

 

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