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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...

Genuinely appreciate each of your encouraging words. I equally appreciate all who read the article, and just choose to pray and encourage personally. Collectively means a lot to us as a family. With full transparency....I can say that I fell in love with the sport of wrestling for reasons other than just my son. He was just the vehicle God used to lead me to it. In fact, in the beginning Silas was average at best. He was a chubby kid who had some natural gifts, but threw a nasty “lefty” headlock that resembled a Joe Frazier headshot. So yes....I was the “know nothing” over zealous dad in the corner yelling....”reach back and headlock him!” But I became absorbed with learning the sport. Only my scriptural studies took precedence over my wrestling research. And recognizing that attributes like self-sacrifice, humility, work ethic, commitment, perseverance, and above all accountability....were all factors in becoming truly elite at this sport. That resonated in me, because those were the same characteristics I had to embrace to transform a formerly very wayward lifestyle, and become the man/dad/soldier God created me to be. Silas and I’s bond is so deep ridden, because we have grown together. Both in the sport...as well as spiritually. The blessings of adversity....is that it breeds tremendous levels of persevering strength when approached with proper perspective. We don’t see problems....we see opportunities. And no disease, excuse, obstacle, or exterior setback will deter the true goal he and I both have dedicated our lives to. And that’s simply this.....Be a better version of yourself today than you were yesterday. That daily application will literally push you to new heights that have no plateaus. Because you’ll be in a continuous evolution of forward progress. So even during peaks in all facets of life....you’ll keep striving to move forward. Even if in small increments. This sport, the above attributes I mentioned....have prepared me for this wrestling match with ALS. Scripture tells us that “We don’t wrestle flesh and blood. But principalities, powers and spiritual wickedness in high places.” There’s even a wrestling match in the Old Testament where Jacob literally wrestled with God all night. He was left with a permanent limp. So translated....I won’t be an easy “out”. It’s not in my DNA, nor is it the spiritual man God has molded me into. I fully anticipate conquering this disease and being healed. But if God’s healing doesn’t come until I’m called home....I guarantee you, I won’t get stuck or tech’d. Even if I have to get pointed....I HAVE ALS, ALS doesn’t HAVE me. Thanks again for the prayerful support.

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.

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

New Castle - https://www.ihsaatv.org/watch/new-castle-semi-state-2019-20-ihsaa-wrestling-indianasrn New Haven - East Chicago - All 100% Free

Joe is still bald, that’s upsetting.

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.

Sad to See Owen Sego go with what looked like a pretty gruesome knee injury... Kids been through a lot.

This one deserves an asterisk.

#1 Alec Viduya vs #3 AJ Poindexter

Amante was such a sweet, loving & compassionate young man. Miss this bro all the time

All I know is the Berne Witness link is a log cabin. An Amish Buggy would be the only thing that could possibly be more iconic for that area.

It just makes me more aerodynamic for when I jump in celebration.

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!

True..... now go watch Nick Lee vs. Luke Pletcher! I just started watching so I'm 15 minutes behind. Gotta sign off til that's done. Can't have spoilers!

You really made an account 1 hour ago to call someone out for “stalling”. He made the finals whether it’s a style you like or not

larios over Yehezquel DeVault in heavyweight action in EC. Probably the biggest upset all day in the ticket rounds across the four Semi states

Matt Deters 103lbs 1994

This aged well hahah

Talk about “throwin ” people!

2004 HW chad Ruggeri dominated the field to win in his only state finals appearance.

Jeremiah Harvey - Culver Community 2011 Eli Stock - Monrovia 2017(?)

https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/2020/02/14/ihsaa-wrestling-nebraska-wrestling-commit-silas-allred-champion-shenandoah-als-lou-gehrig-disease/4714088002/

Jason Tsirtsis burner account? Wtf?

Recently been noticing some guys who’ve made it to state as a senior on their sole trip and win it. I have a few names, but I wonder if there are any other wrestlers besides the ones I’m about to list that have won on their lone qualification. 2000: Bryce Hasseman, Franklin Community, 46-0 2012: Sean Mappes, Center Grove, 46-0 2013: Riley McClurg, Perry Meridian, 37-3 2015: Dylan Lydy, Ben Davis, 46-0 Seems like in the last decade this occurred three times. Are there any others out there?

Another dominating performance by Lee

Stevan Micic will go for a bronze medal at the Euro's today at noon US Eastern time, 6pm local time in Italy. He lost a round of 16 match yesterday to multiple time world medalist Atli of Turkey, 7-5. He then easily worked through the repechage this morning to advance to the bronze medal match against an Armenian who lost 6-3 to Atli. Micic traded 1-point matches with Atli last year, so he's a familiar opponent. This time, Atli hit a duck to get behind and then launched him for 4 in the first few seconds of the match. From there, he was mostly on his horse and Stevan was never really in a spot to put the match in great question. I don't believe Micic has ever faced the Armenian Jaburyan. He's been around and had some decent results, but he's 35 and this is the first time he's been Armenia's rep at a big event for the last couple years. He's had a couple nice wins in the tournament and fought hard against Atli, but Stevan should be favored to get the win in what should be a relatively tight match.

Anyone feel free to correct me if I am wrong cause I ran through it pretty quick, but based on the rankings, below are the highest possible ranked matchups for Friday night at each weight. 106 - #3 Chundi v #6 Bailey 113 - #3 Schoeff v #4 Anthony 120 - #2 Bettich v #7 White 126 - #2 Dalton v #6 Pierson 132 - #3 Cottingham v #4 Egli 138 - #1 Boarman v #2 Bailey 145 - #4 Fiechter v #5 Cruz 152 - #2 Kervin v #3 Hall 160 - #4 Noehre v #5 Pettigrew 170 - #3 Ruhlman v #8 Harrington 182 - #2 Winner v #6 Parker 195 - #3 JD Ferrall v #8 Street 220 - #4 Crider v #7 Stewart 285 - #5 Parsons v #8 Erb

I’m not sure how long anyone else was waiting but I think he put the seal on that deal when he placed 5th as a freshman at NCAAs

Lee’s frosh year I mentioned Lee being the best MD has produced. I believe it’s official official now !

Kervin has as good as chance as any to win it all. Got put on back in the first period then pretty much put on a takedown clinic and came up just short. Not taking nothing away from Boe at all because I believe the same thing about him next weekend. I believe top 3 152 pounders at Evansville will place top 6. I also think all 4 at 126 place. 152 and 126 both could be amazing Friday night matches.

Totally hear you, and agree, didn’t count it only due to the injury, hopefully he can go.

Any idea what Nathan Willman of North Posey actually weighs? He pinned his way to SS Championship and there is no way he is close to 220 soaking wet.

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.

You also might wanna watch the Gilbert/Sutton match as well.

What Happened to Walker from Mish????

Mooresville regional sweeps Hwt in Evansville. Big day from unranked Dickens from Avon finishing 3rd. Been saying to watch out for him for a while now.

Hall and Coleman was shaping up to be crazy and Coleman pulled a nasty cradle off! Was fun while it lasted!

How about Phoenix Rodgers of Heritage Hills winning the 195 EVV SS? Congrats young man.

That’s every match they’ve ever wrestled.

News flash this just in I'M HUMAN

@ New Castle Dylan Driver wins 2-1 over Kody Glithero in the Ticket Round @ New Castle Anthony Hughes won a 7-6 dec over Carleton Perry in the Ticket Round. It was a tough back and forth match at 120

Actually John Slivka and Carson are in talks with Jiff and Welches to make this happen. Pappa John is a marketing genius.

in 2011 all four 275s from Rochester regional went to state. 3 of the Plymouth sectional top 4 at 275 went to state that year.

That year all 4 170s from mooresville regional made it through to state..I remember Trizton drew Vanhorn first 1 round of regionals losing 7-4.. that was 1 loaded regional.

Go ahead, but I’m just looking out for your own good. If you win those bananas, you can elevate your cash flow by making Elvis Presley grilled peanut butter and banana sammies outside of Bankers.

I I was hoping for a preview. If I t doesn't come soon it's a review

1st - Raymond Rioux Avon, 2nd Gavin Alstott Floyd Central, 3rd Kysen Montgomery Brownsburg, 4th Ashton Hayhurst Castle. Great job, but Ashton Hayhurst wrestles for the Wildcats of Mater Dei

He has to stay out of the cradle!!!