Photos: Dutch’s Pokeda Battles With NYS Bests
On Friday morning, Feb. 23, Guilderland’s Billy Pokeda competed against New York’s best in the New York State Public High School Athletic Association's wrestling championships in the 285-pound weight class.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Mat battle: Guilderland’s Billy Pokeda tries to use his hands to get himself off the mat as Benjamin Cardozo High School’s Joseph Christian, out of the Public School Athletic League, in the first period. Pokeda lost 14-4.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Plotting his move: Guilderland’s Billy Pokeda stares at Benjamin Cardozo High School’s Joseph Christian, from the Public School Athletic League, to plan when to strike and take down Christian. Pokeda lost 14-4.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Fighting to get to his feet as Guilderland’s Billy Pokeda as Benjamin Cardozo’s Joseph Christian, out of the Public School Athletic League, tries to wrap his arms around Pokeda. Pokeda lost 14-4.