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Terry Carter 3 years ago

Photos of John's amazing victory - including the granby - can be found online. At UDphotos.zenfolio.com, i think.
John was in better condition than any other heavyweight at that time. He won on guts, determination and pulling moves 189s rarely rely on. Great, Great Job!

rod crowl, rice '70 5 years ago

Go John. Go Rice Owls !!!

andy castellano jr -andy's dad 5 years ago

John- finally just watched the video. it brought back all the excitement that I've miseed for so many years-great job! I remember taking you to the Section One Wrestling Championships in Westchester- and you were climbing up the Snow bank Mountain in the parking lot- and now you've climbed another mountain!

andy castellano jr -andy's dad 5 years ago

John- finally just watched the video. it brought back all the excitement that I've miseed for so many years-great job! I remember taking you to the Section One Wrestling Championships in Westchester- and you were climbing up the Snow bank Mountain in the parking lot- and now you've climbed another mountain!

Cuz Vinny De Carlo 5 years ago

John,I'm so proud to hear about you winning the state championship in wrestling ng from your grandfather Fred,my pal.You did a really big thing,I saw the pics & read all about it.Congratulations & God Bless You & stay well,strong,& remember that confidence is half the battle.Hope to meet you one day,good luck in all you endeaver to accomplish in life......Cuz Vin

Bill Losapio 5 years ago

It was great to watch such a grueling match with my dear friend Fred Gioffre's nephew winning Texas heavy weight championship. Congradulations from the Losapio Family in Valhalla New York, hope to meet you some day.

Bobby Thalheimer 5 years ago

Once again Johnny boy, Thanks for the memories. 2 amzing trips for me to Austin! Just keep workin hard and remember there is love for you and Zac all around the country, especially in NY! I'll start preparing for college road trip now!

Wayne Gioffre 5 years ago

Way to go John! I have been watching your progress through the years and you came through in true Gioffre pride.The Gioffre family in Greenwich, Ct. salute you!

Jay Caruso 5 years ago

John, Great job!!Yea, your dad would be mad proud!!Iam sure u will do the same at Rice. Keep hungry, the skys the limit!

Roc Bellantoni 5 years ago

UNBELIEVABLE! Brought a tear to my eye. My first thought when I saw you walk on the mat was "he would kick my ass like his dad did every day in practice." Congratualtions and kick some ass at Rice.

Dave Tucker 5 years ago

John- great job and congrats!! I felt like i was watching your dad- he is smiling down and must be extremely proud. Good luck at Rice.

AUNT CONNIE AND UNCLE TEE 5 years ago

I COULD'NT BE PROUDER OF YOU JOHN. I WISH WE WERE THERE TO SEE YOU TRIUMPH. LOVE YOU.

Andy Castellano 5 years ago

The weekend was truly magical. John, I was proud to be in the building with you. Awesome determination...your father is smiling down.

haha 5 years ago

what! a grandby! lol

Carlo Cairo 5 years ago

I coached John's dad at Port Chester High School in 1987.He loved the gramby role-it must be in the genes.John I know your Dad is very proud of you.Good luck at Rice.

nicole gioffre 5 years ago

THATS MY CUZZZZZZ!!1 HAHA STATE CHAMP, CAN'T TOUCH HIM, CAN'T BEAT HIM!!

Gioffre 5 years ago

John, you are truly a BORN CHAMPION. Words cannot express how proud we are of your accomplishments thus far!! Dad and grandma are looking down with love and admiration...you're our hero--Pop and Aunt Jill

John Vitagliano 5 years ago

great match Gioffre. i have bever seen a 285 pounder use legs or hit a gramby. Congratulations. You earned it.

C Calcagni 5 years ago

Way to go Gioffre, what a battle, blood, 16 Minutes and the OT was the best. Gioff I have never seen a big man use legs, great skills big man. Your Westchester fans are extremely proud.. Congrats and keep working hard your the best. C Calcagni

jay loretta gunderson 5 years ago

JOHN IS OUR GRANDSON HE ALSO WAS GIVEN A FULL SCHOLARSHIP TO RICE UNIV> DEF>NOSE GUARD & IN HIS JUNIOR YEAR A FIRST!!!!

tama 5 years ago

I really can't believe that usman lost...gioffre really must be an amazing wrestler.

rdog 5 years ago

gioffre was underrated most the year and just dimissed as someone who through their weight around and this match proves he deserved the title he worked hard for it