WOLVES WRESTLING….WILL 2 WIN

The Wolves captured the silver trophy

North Sevier did something it hasn’t done since 1988….  Capture a trophy at the state wrestling tournament.  Although the Wolves fell a little short of their goal of winning the state title outright they took a big step in that direction as the runner up in this year’s title race.   Lead by a great group of seniors North Sevier started off the season well by winning the Panguitch tournament.  By the mid-season 2A duals it was clear the Wolves were in serious contention for the state title this year as they wrestled Millard for the duals tournament title and came up second.  At the 2A divisional tournament North Sevier pulled off a dominating performance as they out scored 2nd place Enterprise by over 100 points and captured the division trophy. 

There are always some upsets at the state tournament and as the brackets unfolded it was clear North Sevier would need a few chips to fall their way for a chance to win the gold.   Although we did pick up a big win in the semi finals when Nic Degraffenreid beat Millard’s Jordan Anderson

Wolf wrestler Nic Degraffenreid takes Millard's Jordan Anderson to the mat

2012 Champions, 2A Division B

The Wolves of North Sevier brought home a division championship as they dominated the 2 day tournament at the Sevier Vally Center.   North Sevier had 336 points compared to second place enterprise with 231.  The Wolves laid claim to 6 individual champions.  Next up is the state tournament at Utah Valley University where the Wolves look to bring home the title.

2A (A) Regionals

At Sevier Valley Center

Team scores

1. Millard 340.5; 2. Beaver 277; 3. Manti 224; 4. South Sevier 197.5; 5. Grand 157; 6. North Summit 104.5; 7. Parowan 75; 8. ALA 67.

Eddy Gonzales

Dillon Thurston and Eddy Gonzales have been selected as “Wrestlers of the Week” for the period of January 23rd to Jan 29th.  Both wrestlers worked hard all week and wrestled tough at the North Sanpete tournament.  The leadership and dedication shown by both wrestlers exemplifies the ideals of North Sevier Wrestling.

Dillon ThurstonEddy Gonzales

You knew it was going to be a long night for Richfield after 106 lb wrestler Henry Bills took down his Wildcat opponent for the second time, and then let him up.

Kevin Hill is back in a dominating fashion.

Henry went on to win that match and set the precedent for the night…… Domination!  Dillon Thurston, Reed Udy, Brendon Sorenson, and Cory Johnson all came out, dominated the takedowns, then went for the pin, Bryce Jackman won by forfeit.  Cash Allred had the task of facing one of the best wrestlers on the Richfield squad, but after a couple fireman’s carry takedowns you could see the frustration building in the Wildcat wrestlers face.   The domination by Cash continued until he pinned the Richfield wrestler who stormed off the mat and out of the gym.  Zack Beach was having a heyday taking down his opponent at will when he was caught in a move by the Wildcat and lost by fall.  Due to some sickness the 160 and 170 lb weight classes were forfeited and Richfield was able to put a few points on the board.  Dakota Sorenson came out at the 182 lb class and made quick work of Sam Lopez, taking him by fall.  One of the toughest matches of the night was between North Sevier’s Colin Lyman and Richfield’s Jadon Ross.   Early on it looked as if Ross would handle Lyman quite easily, but Lyman wrestled back hard and closed the gap, however it was not quite enough and Ross picked up the win.  Freshman Bo Owen picked up the win by forfeit at the 220 lb class and Eddy Gonzales wrestle tough but lost to his Richfield opponent.

The JV wrestlers did really well, Clayland Curtis, Braxton Baker, Desmond Honeycutt, Mason Lyman, and Jason Robertson all looked good.   The Wolves are glad to have Kevin Hill back, he showed he is ready for upcoming divisionals with his dominating performance.

Next up for the Wolves is the #1 ranked Millard Eagles.   Many in the state say this is the dual of the year as #1 meets #2 just before divisionals.   North Sevier will host the match with the varsity matches starting at 7:00pm.

Both the Varsity and the Jr High team wrestled in big tournaments this weekend and both finished well. 

The Jr Wolves come home with the Silver Trophy

 The Jr High team took home second place as a team.  Individual champions were Shawn Sorenson and Mac Peterson

A busy weekend lies ahead for Wolf wrestlers as the Jr High wrestlers take to the mats at the state tournament in Richfield and the varsity wrestlers take on a host of other teams in the North Sanpete tournament in Mt. Pleasant.   Good luck Wolves, Bring home the gold!

Cory Johnson, Bryce Jackman, and Henry Bills have been selected as “Wrestlers of the Week” for the period 8-14 January.   All three grapplers showed great work ethic in practice and had great results at “The Rumble” held on the campus of Utah Valley University.   Bryce placed 4th, Cory placed 8th, and Henry took 4th in the “JV Rumble”   Good Job to all North Sevier Wrestlers at last Weeks “Rumble”

Cory Johnson takes his man to the mat during "The Rumble"