Nuway Summer Nationals 2024: A Breakdown of the 145 lb. Bracket

The 145 lb. bracket at the Nuway Summer Nationals was a fiercely competitive field, with standout performances from several wrestlers. Jackson Bradley (COWAN Wrestling Club) emerged as the champion, while Xavier Ortega (Triumph) fought hard to claim the second-place spot. Braeden Valley (Yale St) showed strong potential but fell short of the top spots.

Key Results:

1st Place: Jackson Bradley (COWAN Wrestling Club)Bradley showcased his skill throughout the tournament, winning the final match by a 5-2 decision over Xavier Ortega to claim the top spot. His technical wrestling and composure earned him the gold.

2nd Place: Xavier Ortega (Triumph)Ortega wrestled well throughout the bracket and fought hard in the final, but came up short against Bradley. Despite his loss in the final, his performance secured him the silver medal.

3rd Place: William Sakoutis (Elite)Sakoutis claimed third place after edging out Braeden Valley in a close 6-5 decision. His determination and solid wrestling throughout the competition earned him a spot on the podium.

4th Place: Braeden Valley (Yale St)Valley had a strong tournament run but fell short against Sakoutis in the third-place match. Despite not making it to the final, Valley’s performance was impressive, earning him fourth place.

Notable Matches:

• Jackson Bradley (COWAN Wrestling Club) defeated Xavier Ortega (Triumph) by decision (5-2)

• William Sakoutis (Elite) defeated Braeden Valley (Yale St) by decision (6-5)

  
  

A Strong Field of Talent

This year’s 145 lb. bracket had plenty of depth, with Bradley, Ortega, and Sakoutis battling their way to the top spots. While Bradley came out on top, all the athletes in the top four showed incredible wrestling skill and determination throughout the competition.

Rising Stars

Xavier Ortega and Braeden Valley both showed they belong among the top wrestlers in the 145 lb. weight class. With their performance in this year’s Summer Nationals, both wrestlers are poised for success in future competitions.

A Season to Watch

The 145 lb. bracket at the Nuway Summer Nationals provided fans with exciting action and top-tier wrestling. With wrestlers like Jackson Bradley, Xavier Ortega, and Braeden Valley showing their skills, the 2024 season is shaping up to be one to remember!