NJ high school wrestling star wins regional title after dramatic week

Anthony Knox, of St. John Vianney High School in Holmdel, was given the go-ahead to wrestle in the 126-pound competition at Lacey High School on Friday night. A judge overturned the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) to disqualify him after Knox was involved in a brawl in the stands during the district tournament.

The melee involved his father, Anthony Sr. Both Knox men were seen in handcuffs after the incident.

"Back to the plan," he wrote as a caption for a reel he posted to his Instagram account. "#4xStateChamp."

Lancers head coach Chris Notte praised Knox's ability to lock in and focus on winning his match on Friday despite all of the drama around him.