The OHSAA State wrestling championships were held March 10th-12th at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus.
The OHSAA State wrestling championships were held March 10th-12th at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus.
Bryce Wheatley from NDCL had an excellent state wrestling tournament and made the podium in the 190-pound weight class.
“Very happy with the outcome of the season,” said Wheatley.
“I’ve had the goal since last season to hit the podium and now have achieved it, in spite of some setbacks and health issues.”
“I’m looking forward to making it back down to Columbus next season, where I will be aiming for the top of the podium.”
In making the podium, Wheatley had three pins on the way to finishing sixth in the state.
Wheatley’s three victories included pinning opponents from Hartley and Morgan. In addition, Wheatley won a 7-2 decision over his opponent from Bloom-Carroll.
Overall, Wheatley had an incredible year as he was the first NDCL wrestler in over 25 years to reach the podium. On his way to the podium, Wheatly amassed a 47-8 season record and also set the NDCL school record for most wins in a season.
In addition to Wheatly, also competing at states were Berkshire’s Josh Brown, Johnny Heiden, and Colin Hering. Highlights for the Badgers included, Hering making the quarterfinals when he won a decision over Joshua Cornell from Port Clinton and Heiden’s victory over Caleb Ryman from Covington.
Also representing Geauga County at the OHSAA state tournament were Kenston wrestlers, Sean Doyle and Ben DiMarco, Brian Denamen from West Geauga and Will Vucetic from Chardon.
