Lemoore, Calif. – Lemoore College is proud to announce that ten members of its men’s wrestling team qualified for the 2025 3C2A State Championships, taking place Friday and Saturday, December 12–13, at Sierra College.
Leading the way was Juan Nuno, who captured the 174-pound SoCal Regional Championship title with an outstanding performance. He will be joined by nine additional Golden Eagles who secured their spots with strong placements at the regional event.
Lemoore College’s state championship qualifiers include:
- Nathan Kaiser – 5th place, 125 lbs
- Joshua Valdivia – 8th place, 133 lbs
- Chris Garza – 8th place, 141 lbs
- Damien Valdez – 5th place, 165 lbs
- Robbie Rael – 7th place, 165 lbs
- Joey Clark – 7th place, 174 lbs
- Ricardo Trevino – 8th place, 184 lbs
- Leo Ramirez – 6th place, 197 lbs
- Diego Nuno – 5th place, 285 lbs
Earlier today, employees and students gathered in front of the Golden Eagle Arena to send the team off to state. Staff and students lined the walkway to cheer, wave signs, and take photos as the wrestlers boarded the bus. Lemoore College Campus Police Officer Rossi then provided a police escort from campus to the freeway in recognition of the team’s accomplishments and to honor their trip to the championships.
“This group has been locked in since the beginning of the season,” said Head Coach Botelho. “They put in the work, battled through a tough SoCal Regional, and earned the right to compete with the best in California. I am proud of how they represent Lemoore College every time they step on the mat.”
Lemoore College President James Preston praised the team’s success and the support shown by the campus community. “Our Golden Eagle wrestlers show determination, resilience, and heart,” Preston said. “Qualifying ten athletes for the state championships is a major achievement, and it reflects the hard work of our students, coaches, and support staff. The entire campus is behind them as they compete for state honors.”
The men’s wrestling program is part of Golden Eagle athletics, which supports student-athletes with academic counseling, tutoring, and competitive opportunities that help them succeed both in the classroom and in their sport.
For more information about Lemoore College athletics, visit the athletics section of the Lemoore College website.
