I have to agree with Mike Elliott on his comments of watching all the other classes. As Coaches and Wrestlers we build bonds and friedships that last a lifetime. I often roamed to the other end of the arena to watch kids we competed against during the year, or to visit with other Coaches from the larger classes. I will miss seeing alot of old friends this year as we go to Salina.

I was in on the original planning of this event back in 83 and 84 while Coaching at Andover. We talked about making this an Athletic Spectical for the entire State and while the accomidations were not always the best, I don't think anyone can say it wasn't impressive to see all those kids on the floor at once. And how exciting was it to look down the arena floor and see three finals going at once. I don't think anyother sport compared to this for a State Championship.

I'm sure Salina will do a great job in running the tourny and it will still be thrilling for the kids competing. But as one who promoted the combination of the 3 classes together, I feel we've taken a step backwards. I wish we could find an arena capable of hosting all classes together as some of our neighboring states have done.