The junior 189-pounder has posted a 25-5 record (as of Jan. 30), and has made a habit out of winning big — eight pins, nine technical falls and five wins by major decision. Griffin finished first at the CB West Tournament, finished second at the Rough Rider Tournament at Catasauqua High School and placed third at the Central League Tournament. Last winter, he posted a 25-12 record and qualified for regionals with a fourth-place finish at the District 1 South Championships. Lower Merion High School wrestling head coach Harry Keyser said, “Tamir has made great strides over the past two years, due mostly to his competitive nature and the intensity he brings to his training. He has committed himself to year-round training and is starting to see the benefits of that. Tamir is also an effective leader on our team, both by example and through the positive attitude he brings into the room every day.”
Q: Tamir, what do you consider your biggest strength on the mat and what you are working on most currently?
A: My biggest strength on the mat is neutral.
Q: Tell us a little about your start in competitive wrestling. What sparked your interest in this sport?
A: What sparked my interest was when I was a freshman and seeing the seniors take to that sport seriously and work hard. I wanted to be on their level.
Q: Who have been your most influential wrestling mentors, and what was the most important thing you learned from each of them?
A: I would say all of my coaches; they get me out to different camps and clubs over the summer so I can continue to get better.
Q: Tell us a little about your pre-match preparation the day of a match.
A: For my pre match I do a lot of jumping jacks and get my feet moving.
Q: What is your favorite academic course at Lower Merion? Is there a particular career field that interests you at the present time?
A: My favorite course is math. I’m planning to join the military after high school.
Fun facts – Tamir Griffin
Favorite book: The Great Gatsby.
Favorite author: Dr. Seuss.
Favorite TV show: The Squid Game.
Favorite movie: Avengers: Endgame.
Favorite athlete: Lebron James.
Favorite pre-meet pump-up song: Cost Me A Lot, by J. Cole.
Favorite team: Green Bay Packers.
Favorite place to visit: Six Flags.
Favorite pre-meet meal: Peanut butter and jelly.
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