Wrestlingfanatic Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 This is Justice Cash and after losing 4 times at semi-state I am coming on here to share the story that I never was able to share after winning a state title... The dog tag in the picture has been in my shoe for every wrestling match since Amante Young's death... He was a brother to me and there was nothing I wanted to do more than win a state title for him and his memory. He died tragically in a car crash a few months after winning a state title in Michigan. For those who knew Amante you would know he was one of the sweetest, joyful, and kind hearted people you've ever met. He was always smiling and brought so much joy to others, he always had my back, and he always wanted to make himself better. His home life was never amazing but he still was always trying to make money to give gifts to his whole family during holidays and other occasions even knowing he wouldn't be getting any from his parents at times. He always wanted to help people and he never acted like he was bound to be unsuccessful because of his home life, he found ways to make himself better and others around him better. I could go on and on about how amazing Amante was as a person and a wrestler and about how much he meant to me and so many others, but here is the end and the end of my high school career. I would be so grateful if anyone who reads this would mention his name in my place after winning a state title this year because I have failed to make it there for him myself... Thank you... BEWrestling, ShawSki, markio and 24 others 27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markio Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Great post young fella. Sorry you didn't make it this year but it sounds like you have many other great things ahead of you with an attitude like that. ShawSki, BEWrestling, Wrestlingfanatic and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2compete Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Justice, it has been a joy watching you wrestle. You were so much fun to watch!! You taught my son Jordan a thing or two back in the day!! I know your next journey will be amazing!!!! You have a great attitude, wonderful family and we wish nothing but the best for you! love, Donna & John Slivka BEWrestling, Wrestlingfanatic, Zombiedust and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattM Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 (edited) Regardless of how this one turned out for you personally, just by allowing his memory live on you have “made it there for him.” Keep using his story to inspire your future plans. That will be a bigger impact on your life and greater tribute to him than any state placement would ever be. Edited February 15, 2020 by MattM ShawSki, BEWrestling, Zombiedust and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayruss Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 2 hours ago, Wrestlingfanatic said: This is Justice Cash and after losing 4 times at semi-state I am coming on here to share the story that I never was able to share after winning a state title... The dog tag in the picture has been in my shoe for every wrestling match since Amante Young's death... He was a brother to me and there was nothing I wanted to do more than win a state title for him and his memory. He died tragically in a car crash a few months after winning a state title in Michigan. For those who knew Amante you would know he was one of the sweetest, joyful, and kind hearted people you've ever met. He was always smiling and brought so much joy to others, he always had my back, and he always wanted to make himself better. His home life was never amazing but he still was always trying to make money to give gifts to his whole family during holidays and other occasions even knowing he wouldn't be getting any from his parents at times. He always wanted to help people and he never acted like he was bound to be unsuccessful because of his home life, he found ways to make himself better and others around him better. I could go on and on about how amazing Amante was as a person and a wrestler and about how much he meant to me and so many others, but here is the end and the end of my high school career. I would be so grateful if anyone who reads this would mention his name in my place after winning a state title this year because I have failed to make it there for him myself... Thank you... Justice you are bound for much greater things than just a state title. Wrestlingfanatic and BEWrestling 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FCFIGHTER170 Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Hopefully you keep wrestling at the next level you'd be a great addition to many teams put there. You're def one of the best to never punch your ticket imho.. Regardless I'm sure you're buddy is very proud and smiling down on you! BEWrestling, Wrestlingfanatic and backtothemat 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RASSLER4LIFE Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Amante was a beautiful soul! Great kid, I miss his smile! Great way to honor him Justice! Wrestlingfanatic and BEWrestling 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84headhunter Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 I remember the good ol’ days at Humphrey’s when we would play under the bleachers during the ‘big kids’ practice, I’ve wondered how ya been lately. Sorry to hear you didn’t make it, but this is just a small portion of life, don’t dwell on it, hopefully I get to see you in the future. -Wyatt BEWrestling and Wrestlingfanatic 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bellrs Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 You are such a class act Justice. I know you are disappointed that you did not make it but this is just a bump in the road. You are definitely destined for a bright future. I appreciate having the opportunity to watch you grow from little Bam Bam to the fine young man that you are today. You and Amante were blessed to have such great friends in each other. Wrestlingfanatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trinedad Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 memory, and a fantastic way to honor your friend. You won simply by knowing the right thing to do, and you will go far in life with that attitude. Best wishes on what your future holds. Wrestlingfanatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baileyjmckivitz Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Amante was such a sweet, loving & compassionate young man. Miss this bro all the time Wrestlingfanatic, backtothemat and Jayruss 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Looking 4 Info Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Wrestling is temporary and life is forever. You sir have the heart of a champion and you cannot place a value on that. Thanks for being a caring individual and being thoughtful rather than selfish. Wrestlingfanatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1prouddad Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Great story young man. Best of luck in all you do. Wrestlingfanatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluemonster Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 The Cash’s are a top notch family. Justice is a kid that surpasses a trip to BKL. He had my son Alex’s back more times then I could count, such a great young man. backtothemat, Wrestlingfanatic and Websterk149 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backtothemat Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Justice, You have gained many new fans tonight (unintentionally I’m sure), including me. You have had the advice I give to all high school athletes to “not peak in high school” built in to your very nature or is it the nurturing from your terrific family. Either way you will have great success in whatever you decide to do. Congrats in advance! Doug Annakin Wrestlingfanatic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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