Michael Hughes SHS West Wrestling Champion

Michael Hughes and Coach Ken LeverichMichael Hughes carved his name in the record books of Smithtown West history late Saturday night at the Times Union Center. The 6-5, 250-pounder put the hold on Austin Coleman of Spencerport and pinned the Rochester senior in 2:30 to capture the state’s 285-pound wrestling crown.  Hughes capped a brilliant senior career at High School West with his 31st pin on his way to a 42-0 record. (click on photo to enlarge)