Middletown's Stephan Monchery has overcome tragedy to win a Section 9 Div. I wrestling championship and prepares for the NYSPHSAA tournament. via @recordonline #V845 @MiddieAthletics @Middi3Wr3stling https://t.co/F1vhTAPD1i
— Melissa Kramer (@MKramerTHR) February 18, 2022
For Middletown sophomore wrestler Stephan Monchery, opponents haven't been the only battle this season.
Monchery's 17-year-old brother, Stevie, passed away due to complications from COVID-19 on Nov. 15, 2021, right before wrestling season began.