Wrestlers Jozeph and Elizabeth Valenzuela Smith from Pueblo High School aim to add to their family’s impressive legacy with potential state championships. Both siblings have already secured titles in previous years, and if successful, they will elevate the Smith family’s total to eight individual state championships. This dynasty uniquely boasts state title winners across three generations at the same school, indicating their significance in Arizona wrestling. Their journey underscores the strength of Tucson’s wrestling culture, with formidable competitors from several rival schools. The siblings have both overcome doubts and obstacles to become champions, motivated by their family’s rich wrestling history.
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- Orlando Smith, the grandfather, won state championships in 1974 and…