Seckman’s Ruble, Troy’s Smith win back-to-back Class 4 titles; Howell Central crowns two champions
COLUMBIA, Mo – Those who say sequels are never as good as the original have not watched the epic matchups…
Whitfield’s Rallo becomes 4-time champion; Matecki wins third title
COLUMBIA, Mo – AJ Rallo was already a three-time state champion when he bought into changing his wrestling style. As…
Ray finds redemption, helps Hillsboro unseat Whitfield as Class 3 champion
COLUMBIA, Mo – Griffin Ray had 365 days to think, to grow, to mature. The Hillsboro senior found trouble last…
Washington’s Bliss finds tranquility in capturing Class 2 girls state championship
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Kendra Bliss needed proof. The Washington junior knew she was a talented wrestler, but a signature victory…
North Point’s Benwell downshifts to earn back-to-back state titles at Class 1 tourney
COLUMBIA, MO – North Point junior Cassidy Benwell is not the type to sit by idly and watch, as evidenced…
St. Clair’s Meek claims back-to-back Class 2 titles, Woodcock earns a three-peat
COLUMBIA, MO – St. Clair seniors Ryan Meek, Brock Woodcock, and Cameron Simcox tried to make a pact of solidarity…
Perry-South reaches another gear to reach Class 2 title match
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Levi Perry-South wrestled for 14 years waiting for the opportunity that stood before him Thursday afternoon. He…
Festus’ Mills survives brutal draw, advances to Class 1 semifinals
COLUMBIA – Lauren Mills did everything in her power to earn a favorable draw. The Festus senior earned a Wonder…
Mascoutah’s Robinson, Civic Memorial’s Wojcikiewicz capture first state titles for schools since 2012; Waughtel goes back-to-back
CHAMPAIGN, IL – Mascoutah senior Santino Robinson rested on his knees and spent a moment in solitude prior to the…