A pair of local wrestlers, Thomas Brown and Sid Tildsley, achieved three-time All-American status at the High School Nationals in Virginia Beach, with Brown finishing third at 285 pounds and Tildsley placing fifth at 132 pounds. Brown's impressive season record was 60-1, showcasing resilience by bouncing back from a quarterfinal loss. Alongside these wrestling achievements, Nicky and Angelo Desisto from Tewksbury High also performed well at the event.

By the Numbers
  • Thomas Brown finished third at 285 pounds.
  • Sid Tildsley placed fifth at 132 pounds.
  • Thomas Brown had a season record of 60-1.
State of Play
  • Brown and Tildsley are junior students and also football stars at their schools.
  • Nicky and Angelo Desisto from Tewksbury High also performed well at the event.
  • UMass Lowell won the baseball series against Binghamton Bearcats, with an impressive offensive showing in the 17-4 series finale victory.
Bottom Line

Thomas Brown and Sid Tildsley's three-time All-American status highlights their outstanding wrestling skills and determination, alongside other local talents excelling in sports competitions, showcasing the strength of the local athletic community.