Dearest Forum Friends-

As the topic of this thread suggests, I have officially switched my allegiance to #TeamTopHat. Washburn Rural, behind their ma-ohny wrestling and a chubby+, suspender-ey head coach, has qualified 11 for state and finished 3rd in their region. There's plenty of room on the #TeamTopHat bandwagon, which will only be more crowded in future years, so get your seats now.

I'll always have love for my Hat Town roots, and I hope they win every tournament they're in that doesn't feature the be-top-hatted grapplers of Ol' Rooal. And I wish MHK Coach Gob Bonzales the best. But the allure of the Top Hat is too great to ignore.

If you see me on the street, know that I'll be sportin' my fashionable navy Top Hat and leaning on my cane, as all the cool kids are doing these days.

Now, before I go:

Rief Chennegade--I'm going to need to see some more love for #TeamTopHat in next year's rankings. I know you work hard on them, so let me know if you need any help. (Pro-Tip: TeamTopHat #1, MHK #2, Wherever Male Kann is #3, everyone else.)

Gob Bonzales--I got your email, and I accept! I am honored to announce to the Forum Community that starting in 2014, the mat room at Manhattan High School will be renamed The Honorable Prant Garker Center For Excellence In Wrestling And Witty Banter.

Topeka West--I saw that you have some studs this year, and I'm happy for you. But those electric-ey, lightning-ey, storm-ey singlets have just got to go. I haven't seen anything that hideous on a whole-team basis since Chapman wrestlers cut off all their hair except for their bleach-blonde bangs (and simultaneously invented a haircut known as "The Chapman").

Steves--godspeed.

Jhris--meet me at Taco Bell. I'm buying.

Lots of Love,
Prant Garker

Dafuq did I just read?

I don't know if I can trust one who turns on their own kind, I'll have my eye on you Prant and this top hatted team.

Mr. Parker can not be viewed as a turncoat for his allegiance to his brother Damon's team. Damon has done an outstanding job with his new team and his family is deservedly proud. As you will recall, Grant has always had as large a heart as he has possessed wit and can no doubt handle love and allegiance for both Washburn Rural (family first) and Manhattan.

Prant, it's hard to argue with top hat/can logic (not to mention a monster truck avatar). I'm wondering if there are any other mascots sporting either? I'll buy a tasty chalupa for anyone that finds another. And no, Washburn U doesn't count.

"...and the always delicious Taco Bell."

Good to have a Prant Garker sighting, a Taco Bell reference, and the mention of Jhris Cennings just sends chills up my spine like a man on fire.

I think I'm going to go buy a monster truck in the morning and race it at Daytona this upcoming Sunday.

While I appreciate the kind words, Mr Ralyer, I do not know who these gentlemen are. Although, this 'Grant' character sounds incredibly handsome and witty.

...and this Damon guy sounds like he is horrible at Tecmo Super Bowl on NES. Just a hunch.

Prant, you are me hero.

Peter Sierant

Strap on your Top Hats, boys! #TeamTopHat rides again this morning, and has chosen to do it Prant Style (on the backside).

Last year: won two matches.
This year: seven wrestlers still going at the start of Day 2

#buildingamonster #thatmonsterwearsatophat

I DO NOT recall as I haven't a clue who Grant is? I understand its probably hard to remember correct names with all those wrestling rules copy and pasted into your brain .... And all that grey hair on your head

Congrats to Regional Coach of the year Pamon Darker on a great season! It's still gonna take a while getting used to cheering on those top hatted Jr. Blues!!! hahahaha # Indians4life #FMU!!!