NJ Teen Wrestler Walks Again After Spinal Injury
Adriana Maria, 16, was paralyzed during a high school wrestling match in January. After two surgeries and weeks of rehabilitation, she's back at school and already planning her return to the mat.
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NH Teen Madison Beauregard Wins 4th Wrestling Title
Madison Beauregard just became the first girl in New Hampshire history to win four consecutive state wrestling championships. The Concord High senior's journey from wanting to quit in sixth grade to making history shows what's possible when you just keep going.
Highland Wrestling Wins First State Title With 3 Champs
A Colorado high school wrestling team made history by clinching their first-ever state championship, powered by three individual champions who rallied around one simple motto. The Highland Huskies scored 111 points to edge out their closest competitor by just 5.5 points in a nail-biting finish.
Washington Wrestling Wins Region 2 Title for Late Coach
A high school wrestling team in West Virginia won their regional championship while honoring the memory of a beloved assistant coach who passed away earlier this year. The emotional victory came down to the final match, with Washington High edging out rival Hedgesville by just 5.5 points.
South Carroll Wrestling Wins 5th Straight State Title
A Maryland high school wrestling team turned a critics' insult into their rallying cry while dominating their sport for five consecutive years. South Carroll just claimed their fifth straight state championship, proving doubters wrong with dedication and teamwork.
Clover High Wins First State Wrestling Title in Thriller
A South Carolina high school wrestling team made history by winning their first state championship in a nail-biting 34-31 victory. The dramatic win came down to the final match, with Clover High defeating the team that had beaten them earlier in the season.
Omaha Teams Win 4 Wrestling Titles in One Championship Day
Two Omaha high schools dominated Nebraska's state wrestling championships, with one team claiming its first title in 13 years and another securing its fourth straight crown. The victories showcase years of dedication finally paying off for young athletes across the state.
Teen Girl Wins First MIAA Wrestling Title in Maryland
Spalding junior Taina Fernandez just shattered a glass ceiling in Maryland high school wrestling. She became the first girl ever to win an MIAA championship title with a last-second takedown.
Ripley Vikings Go Undefeated for W.Va. Wrestling Title
The Ripley Vikings wrestling team dominated the West Virginia Division II State Dual Championship with a flawless 3-0 record, capping their perfect run with a 42-30 victory in the finals. Small-town athletes from across the state showed that dedication and teamwork still win championships.
Cardinal Newman Wrestling Wins 3rd Straight State Title
A high school wrestling team that once couldn't get past the semifinals just captured its third consecutive state championship. Their coach almost quit during the rebuild, but stuck with it to create a dynasty.
Minnesota Teen Wrestler Breaks Record With 510 Takedowns
Carter Young just made Minnesota high school wrestling history with 510 career takedowns and 190 wins. The Pierz senior is chasing one more milestone: becoming just the third wrestler in his school's history to reach 200 victories.
Teen Cancer Survivor Finds Strength Wrestling at Duxbury
After beating cancer twice, Mateo Goldman joined his high school wrestling team and discovered the mat was no match for what he'd already conquered. The Duxbury sophomore is now 13-12 in his second varsity season.
Pomona Wrestling Dynasty Wins 11th Straight League Title
A Colorado high school wrestling team just clinched their 11th consecutive league championship, part of a stunning 20 titles in 22 years. Now they're chasing history with a shot at an 8th straight state championship.
Six Utah High Schoolers Excel in Sports and Leadership
Utah high school athletes are proving that hard work, dedication, and teamwork create champions both on and off the field. From swimming to wrestling to basketball, these six student athletes are leading their teams to victory while inspiring their communities.
Four Louisiana Wrestlers Win Baton Rouge Championship
Four young women from Ascension Parish schools brought home first-place trophies from the Greater Baton Rouge Championship, proving that dedication and grit pay off on the mat. These athletes represented their communities with pride and skill.