Paola's Nathan Payne captured 1st place at 5A 160 lbs. with an exciting one point victory in the finals. Hey Nate! Don't make those matches so close, our hearts can't take it.
Turner's Nick Figge demonstrated much class, and dignity with the best example of sportsmanship I can recall seeing. With so many reports of poor sportsmanship by others, Nick's example will be what I remember most from this tournament.
Bishop Ward's Chris Glenn is simply a stud. With only two full years of wrestling under his belt, he found himself in the championship match. Glenn's mixture of athletisism and work-ethic made him a force on the mat, even amoung the big-guys.
Great job to all 3 guys. You are all champions in my eyes.