December 14, 2024
MS Wrestlers Bring Home Championship From Clyde
The middle school Wrestlers sent a contingent to the Larry Norman Memorial Invitational in Clyde and brought home a Redskin Team championship. Wapakoneta pulled out to a lead in the semifinal round and finished ahead of runner-up McPherson MS (Clyde). The Redskins placed ten Wrestlers enroute to the tournament title.
Winning individual championships for the Skins were Crue Shaner at 86lbs, Cooper Cecil at 122, lbs, Darrian Steinbrunner at 134lbs, Channing Miller at 150lbs, and Andre Varno at 172lbs. Runner-up finishes were turned in by Bennett Bishop at 92lbs, Trey Williams at 142lbs, and Trevor Varno at 160lbs. Hank Walters turned in an impressive third place finish at 245lbs and Alton Spangler finished sixth at 150lbs.
Final Team Scores
1. Wapakoneta 242.5; 2. McPherson 190.5; 3. Whitmer 151.0; 4. Briar 131.5; 5. Carey 121.0; 6. Galion 113.5; 7. Columbia 109.0; 8. Eastwood 101.0; 9. Upper Sandusky 86.0; 10. Tiffin MS 85.0; 11. Lakota 73.0; 12. St. Joseph Central Catholic 67.0; 13. Margaretta 64.0; 14. Port Clinton 49.0; 15. New London 44.0; 16. Mohawk 36.0; 17. Western Reserve 32.5; 18. Northwood 29.0; 19. Hopewell-Loudon 23.0; 20. Fassett 16.0; 21. Wellington 0.0
80 Pound Placers
1st Mason Bem*COLU , X1, Dec 7-6
2nd Elijah Locy 7, Whitmer
3rd Blake Shrider*WHIT 7, X2, Fall 1:45
4th Owen Lucas 7, Upper Sandusky
5th Peyton Pizzuli 7, Columbia, Dec 8-4
6th Collin Wertz 7, Mohawk
86 Pound Placers
1st Crue Shaner 8, Wapakoneta, tf20-2
2nd Leland Reams 7, Whitmer
3rd Gus Kash 7, Columbia, md11-2
4th Dylan West 7, McPherson
5th Kenny Stefancin*COLU 7, X2, Fall 1:50
6th Cruz Lopez*WHIT 7, X1
92 Pound Placers
1st Vinny Barnette 8, Margaretta, Dec 5-3
2nd Bennett Bishop 7, Wapakoneta
3rd Conner Cornell 7, Port Clinton, md14-0
4th Ethan Walton 7, Whitmer
5th Hunter Schwerer 8, Briar , md14-0
6th Masyn Mcdaniel , GAL
98 Pound Placers
1st Karson Lee 7, McPherson, tf18-0
2nd Tanner Jensen 8, Eastwood
3rd Lucas Prosser , Galion, md9-0
4th Jack Mundrick*EAST 7, X1
5th Maddox Ransom 7, Briar , tf17-0
6th Kincade Mitchell 7, Whitmer
104 Pound Placers
1st Hunter Meeker 8, Eastwood, Fall 1:05
2nd Davis Lenz 7, St. Joseph Central Catholic
3rd Angelo Bowman 8, Whitmer, Dec 5-0
4th Rowyn Bem 8, Columbia
5th Mason Carlo 8, Northwood, Dec 14-7
6th Tyler Deering 8, Briar
110 Pound Placers
1st Fisher Montgomery 8, Carey, Fall 1:00
2nd Maverick Mallot 7, Briar
3rd Tristen Howel 8, New London, Fall 1:33
4th Cole Dymond 7, McPherson
5th Chance Warthling 8, Western Reserve, tf20-3
6th Mason Spiegenthal*GALI 8, X7
116 Pound Placers
1st Carson Stoops*CARE 8, X3, Fall 1:04
2nd Kalen Puckett 8, Carey
3rd Jace Nassar 8, Columbia, Dec 7-0
4th Park Swaim 7, Galion
5th Cole Schimmoeller 8, Eastwood, Dec 5-4
6th Aaron Bunts 8, Briar
122 Pound Placers
1st Cooper Cecil 8, Wapakoneta, Fall 3:24
2nd Owen Gooding 7, Briar
3rd Luke Frische 7, McPherson, Dec 7-2
4th Makade Quick 7, St. Joseph Central Cath.
5th Anthony Pizzuli 8, Columbia, md10-1
6th Payne Stoops 8, Carey
128 Pound Placers
1st Wyatt Keegan 8, McPherson, tf15-0
2nd Trenton McBride 8, Eastwood
3rd Arsenio Allen 7, Port Clinton, Dec 7-0
4th Vincenzo Busdeker 8, Tiffin MS
5th Dominic Randall 8, Upper Sand., Dec 12-5
6th Cutter Clouse 8, Mohawk
134 Pound Placers
1st Darrian Steinbrunner 8, Wapakoneta, tf17-2
2nd Quincy Taylor 8, Briar
3rd Dominic Blue 7, Galion, Dec 6-5 SV
4th Miliano Maxwell , Lakota
5th Ethan Skeels 8, McPherson, Fall 1:17
6th Jordan Carter 8, Port Clinton
142 Pound Placers
1st Stran Schimmel 7, Lakota, Fall 3:21
2nd Treyshaun Williams 8, Wapakoneta
3rd Nolan Claus 7, Galion, Dec 3-1
4th Myles Bailey 8, McPherson
5th Julian Gossman 8, Tiffin MS, Dec 8-3
6th Hunter Baumbarger 8, Carey
150 Pound Placers
1st Channing Miller 8, Wapakoneta, Fall 0:28
2nd Derick Allen 8, McPherson
3rd Trey Martin 8, Hopewell-Loudon, Fall 0:59
4th Adrian Pryce 7, Whitmer
5th Noe Salinas 8, Upper Sandusky, Dec 11-6
6th Alton Spangler*WAPA 8, X2
160 Pound Placers
1st Jakarian Washington 7, Galion, Fall 4:17
2nd Trevor Varno 8, Wapakoneta
3rd Donnell Haynes 8, Whitmer, Fall 0:59
4th Jaxopn Weickert , Tiffin MS
5th Camden Crockett 7, McPherson, Fall 1:12
6th Landon Bettis 8, Margaretta
172 Pound Placers
1st Andre Varno 7, Wapakoneta, Fall 3:20
2nd Jayden Baker 7, Upper Sandusky
3rd Kameron Brossia 7, Northwood, md12-4
4th Caleb Rowe*NORT 7, X1
5th Xyience Sours 8, McPherson, md11-3
6th Joseph Rubel 7, Lakota
205 Pound Placers
1st Allen Harris 7, Whitmer, Fall 4:20
2nd Landon Starr 8, Margaretta
3rd Romeo Diaz 8, Upper Sandusky, md12-1
4th Isaiah Brossia 7, St. Joseph Central Cath.
5th Blake Gibson 7, Tiffin MS, Fall 0:39
6th Leland Heart 7, New London
245 Pound Placers
1st Trenton Ritter 8, Carey, Fall 4:15
2nd Ian Vives 7, Columbia
3rd Hank Walters 8, Wapakoneta, Fall 2:54
4th Briston Smith*GALI 8, X1
5th Jay Zaborski 8, Northwood, Fall 0:50
6th Cameron Muzy 8, Tiffin MS
December 12, 2024
Wrestlers Defeat Defiance in WBL Showdown
Looking to stay atop the WBL standings, the Wapak Wrestlers traveled to Defiance and handled business defeating the Bulldogs 42-30. The Redskins improve to 2-0 in league duals while Defiance drops to 1-1. The middle school Wrestlers continued their winning ways with a 60-23 win.
Both Teams are in action on Saturday. The high school will travel to Coldwater Cavalier Pool tournament and the middle school will travel to Clyde for the Larry Norman Memorial Invitational. Follow both Teams on Baum's Page. HS Tourney MS Tourney
Wapakoneta 42 Defiance 30
165: Marcello Rohda (DHS) over Cooper Myers (WHS) (MD 11-0)
175: Wyatt Buell (WHS) over Abel Paxton (DHS) (Fall 5:03)
190: Dawson Ware (WHS) over Evan Davis (DHS) (Fall 1:00)
215: Hunter Byrd (WHS) over Demetrius Buckingham (DHS) (Fall 4:41)
285: Alex Hinojosa (DHS) over Jonathan Carnes (WHS) (Dec 8-6)
106: Zane Russell (WHS) over Tristen Draper (DHS) (TF 16-1 5:42)
113: Quinton Simmons (DHS) over Brody Bishop (WHS) (Fall 1:29)
120: Carson Pummell (WHS) over Zaiden Roehrig (DHS) (Fall 1:35)
126: Caden Mellott (WHS) over Julian Ruiz (DHS) (TF 18-3 4:00)
132: Malachi Simmons (DHS) over Carter Counotte (WHS) (Fall 4:40)
138: Gavin Ridenour (WHS) over Zyon Gonzales (DHS) (TF 17-2 3:58)
144: Mason Ducat (DHS) over Lane Fisher (WHS) (TF 18-1 1:56)
150: Gauge Vaughn (WHS) over Sam Mast (DHS) (Dec 8-2)
157: Michael Walz (DHS) over Cash Benshoff (WHS) (Fall 1:17)
Wapakoneta MS 60 Defiance MS 23
80: Double Forfeit
86: Shaner, Crue (WAP) over Scfafer, Parker (DEF) Fall 1:11
92: Whetstone, Isiah (WAP) over Forfeit (DEF)
98: Bishop, Bennett (WAP) over Price, Ezra (DEF) Fall 0:49
104: Borroff, Bentley (WAP) over Forfeit (DEF)
110: Mast,Weston (DEF) over Neely, Trey(WAP) Fall 0:38
116: Akilang, BJ (WAP) over Cox, Grayson (DEF) Decision 7-6
122: Cecil, Cooper (WAP) over Tracy, Levi (DEF) Fall 3:44
128: Rittenhouse, Keeghan (DEF) overMartin, Henry (WAP)Fall 2:55
134: Simmons, Romeo (DEF) over Steinbrunner, Darrian (WAP) Fall 3:22
142: Williams, Trey (WAP) over Duma, Grady(DEF)Fall 3:13
150: Miller, Channing (WAP) over Wagner,Easton (DEF) Fall 1:24
160: Varno, Trevor (WAP) over Martinez, Jayden (DEF) Decision 5-0
172: Varno, Andre (WAP) over Speide, Cooper (DEF) Fall 1:23
205: Davis, Gavin (DEF) over Rivera, Warren (WAP) Fall 0:27
245: Walters, Hank (WAP) over Konoenhofer, Tanner (DEF) Fall 1:21
December 10, 2024
Redskins Advance to 3-0 in Duals; Defeat Indian Lake & Sidney
The varsity Wrestling team secured two more dual meet victories Thursday heading up to their Thursday Western Buckeye League showdown in Defiance against the Bulldogs. The Redskins defeated Indian Lake 52-20 and Sidney 50-25.
The middle school Wrestlers kept pace with the high school as they defeated the Lakers 61-15 and the Yellow Jackets 55-30.
Both teams travel to Defiance Thursday with middle school action starting at 5:00.
Wapakoneta 52 Indian Lake 20
106: Zane Russell (WHS) over (ILHS) (For.)
113: Brody Bishop (WHS) over (ILHS) (For.)
120: Carson Pummell (WHS) over JJ Shirk (ILHS) (Fall 4:56)
126: Caden Mellott (WHS) over Jordan Henderson (ILHS) (TF 27-7 0:00)
132: Carter Counotte (WHS) over (ILHS) (For.)
138: Gavin Henry (ILHS) over Lane Fisher (WHS) (TF 16-0 0:00)
144: Elijah Burgoon (WHS) over Bryan Mohler (ILHS) (Dec 14-13)
150: Gauge Vaughn (WHS) over Dawson Stevenson (ILHS) (Fall 1:59)
157: Cash Benshoff (WHS) over Zaiden Bates (ILHS) (MD 24-10)
165: Logan Hale (ILHS) over Hayden Blake (WHS) (Fall 5:37)
175: Wyatt Buell (WHS) over Dalton Fullerton (ILHS) (Fall 1:16)
190: Dawson Ware (WHS) over Taylor Clem (ILHS) (MD 18-10)
215: Aaron Rapp (ILHS) over Hunter Byrd (WHS) (Fall 0:38)
285: Owen Pummel (ILHS) over Jonathan Carnes (WHS) (Dec 11-4)
Wapakoneta 50 Sidney 25
106: Zane Russell (WHS) over (SHS) (For.)
113: Brody Bishop (WHS) over (SHS) (For.)
120: Carson Pummell (WHS) over Dakota Porter (SHS) (Fall 1:02)
126: Caden Mellott (WHS) over Noah Laine (SHS) (TF 17-2 0:00)
132: Elijah McKenzie (SHS) over Carter Counotte (WHS) (TF 29-11 0:00)
138: Lane Fisher (WHS) over (SHS) (For.)
144: Chanler Bladen (SHS) over Elijah Burgoon (WHS) (Fall 1:19)
150: Gauge Vaughn (WHS) over Ralex Winals (SHS) (Dec 7-1)
157: Ivan Spencer (SHS) over Cash Benshoff (WHS) (TF 21-4 0:00)
165: Jeremie Fisher (SHS) over Hayden Blake (WHS) (Fall 0:59)
175: Wyatt Buell (WHS) over (SHS) (For.)
190: Dawson Ware (WHS) over Andrew Scoggin (SHS) (Fall 1:59)
215: Braylon Fisher (SHS) over Hunter Byrd (WHS) (Dec 13-8)
285: Jonathan Carnes (WHS) over Will Boehm (SHS) (Fall 1:44)
December 7, 2024
Redskins Finish 5th at 16 Team Firebird Classic
Shorthanded, the varsity Wrestlers traveled to Kettering and came away with a 5th place team finish at the Firebird Classic. Senior Caden Mellot (126lbs) brought home the lone individual championship, while junior Wyatt Buell (175lbs) finished runner-up. Other placers included sophomore Zane Russell third at 106lbs, freshman Brody Bishop 4th at 113lbs, and Sophomore Urijah Corday 5th at 120lbs.
Team Results: 1. Butler 297.5; 2. Marysville 277.0; 3. Fairmont 173.0; 4. Little Miami 131.5; 5. Wapakoneta 129.5; 6. Loveland 126.0; 7. Mason 123.0; Troy 123.0; 9. Edgewood 98.0; 10. Eaton 92.0; 11. Hil. Bradley 81.0; 12. Tecumseh 76.5; 13. Carroll 67.0; 14. Fairfield 51.5; 15. Stebbins 19.0; 16. Turpin 4.0
December 5, 2024
Grapplers Knockoff Celina in Season Opener
It was a full house Thursday as both Wapak and Celina took to the mat in the season opener for each. After a total of 57 middle school, JV, and varsity matches, the home team completed a sweep of the Bulldogs.
Varsity
Wapakoneta 40
Celina 29
Middle School
Wapakoneta 60
Celina 24
Varsity
126 Counotte, Carter (WAP) over Melendrez, Kristoff (CEL) Fall 3:05
132 Mellott, Caden (WAP) over Homan, Mason (CEL) TF 20-1
138 King, Aaren (CEL) over Fisher, Lane (WAP) TF 18-3
144 Staugler, Payton (CEL) over Burgoon, Elijah (WAP) Dec 10-3
150 Vaughn, Gauge (WAP) over Colobong, Zach (CEL) TF 21-1
157 Benshoff, Cash (WAP) over Maxwell, Luke (CEL) Dec 18-15 (OT)
165 Eicher, Matthias (CEL) over Blake, Hayden (WAP) Fall 1:28
175 Ware, Dawson (WAP) over Gregor, Jackson (CEL) Fall 0:31
190 Greber, Wes (CEL) over Myers, Cooper (WAP) Fall 1:46
215 Buell, Wyatt (WAP) over Nuding, Anthony (CEL) TF 18-1
285 Patrick, William (CEL) over Forfeit, (WAP)
106 Sammetinger, Hans (WAP) over Helmer, Issac (CEL) TF 20-5
113 Russell, Zane (WAP) over Eicher, Matthias (CEL) TF 21-5
120 Melendrez, Leon (CEL) over Bishop, Brody (WAP) Dec 5-4
Junior Varsity
120 Mullett, Khilynn (CEL) over Neely, Mackenzie (WAP) TF 21-4
126 Dross, Leland (CEL) over Pummell, Carson (WAP) Fall 5:33
132 Wisener, Cayson (WAP) over Muether, Austin (CEL) Maj Dec 13-4
138 Jackson, Larissa (CEL) over Lawrence, Eliza (WAP) Fall 0:41
138 Pyles, Isaiah (WAP) over Homan, Logan (CEL) Fall 5:14
144 Baker, Ayden (CEL) over Doseck, Zeke (WAP) Fall 3:40
144 Ruck, Bentley (WAP) over Meadows, Matthew (CEL) Dec 8-3
157 Shaffer, Kahne (CEL) over Cernan, Everett (WAP) Fall 3:54
157 Lange, Drake (CEL) over Hall, Elijah (WAP) Fall 1:27
165 Hinkle, Brenner (CEL) over Patrick, Braylon (WAP) Fall 0:00
Western Buckeye League Results
Saint Marys Memorial 72 Lima Bath 10
Defiance 56 Ottawa Glandorf 21
Van Wert 42 Elida 28
Lima Shawnee 55 Kenton 16
Complete Area Results
Middle School
80 Koester, Gabe (CEL) over Forfeit (WAP)
86 Shaner, Crue (WAP) over Laux, Abel (CEL) Fall 1:20
92 Bishop, Bennett (WAP) over Helmer, Gracie (CEL) Fall 1:34
98 Whetstone, Isiah (WAP) over Jeffries, Brody (CEL) Fall 2:35
104 Borroff, Bentley (WAP) over Milligan, Carter (CEL) Fall 0:25
110 Sutter, Noah (CEL) over Neely, Trey (WAP) Fall 0:55
116 Helmer, Ross (CEL) over Esssex, Elijah (WAP) Fall 1:23
122 Messner, Hunter (CEL) over Akilang, BJ (WAP) Fall 2:45
128 Cecil, Cooper (WAP) over Brycen Roberts (CEL) Fall 2:25
134 Steinbrunner, Darrian (WAP) over Smith, Carter (CEL) Maj Dec 14-3
142 Williams, Trey (WAP) over Talmadge, Eli (CEL) Decision 7-4
150 Miller, Channing (WAP) over Jacob, Adam (CEL) Fall 1:09
160 Varno, Trevor (WAP) over Braun, Tristan (CEL) Fall 3:04
172 Varno, Andre (WAP) over Colobong, Aaron (CEL) Fall 2:26
205 Vonschriltz III, Eric (WAP) over Petit, Chance (CEL) Maj Dec 10-0
245 Double Forfeit
Exhibition
86 Ruck, Ned (WAP) over Koesters, Gabe (CEL) Fall :17
98 Wibley, Mack (WAP) over Myers, Jaxson (CEL) Fall 1:19
98 Bernholt, Aviana (CEL) over Kirby, Aubrey (WAP) Fall 1:54
110 Bowers, Brielle (WAP) over Koban, Morgan (CEL) Maj Dec 16-8
110 Post, Harper (CEL) over Koenig, Bailey (WAP) Fall 2:45
110 Moore, Maeyson (WAP) over Stevens, Braxton (CEL) Dec 8-6
128 Jackson, Kenize (WAP) over Hedge, Leigha (CEL) Fall 4:29
134 Hart, Jacob (CEL) over Eyanson, Gabe (WAP) TF 17-1
134 Gammell, Urijah (CEL) over Garci Brown, Ian (WAP) Fall :22
134 Homan, Bailey (CEL) over Jennings, Callie (WAP) Fall 1:18
134 Page Brooke (WAP) over Dunn, Lilly (CEL) Fall :27
134 Hedge, Leigha (CEL) over Watson, Rhilynne (WAP) Fall 1:25
142 Howe, Connor (WAP) over Koesters, Noah (CEL) Fall 1:08
142 Buell, Levi (WAP) over Kittle, Eddie (CEL) Fall 2:57
142 Stoneburner, Andrew (WAP) over Baker, Jason (CEL) TF 15-0
150 Spangler, Alton (WAP) over Porter, Cam (CEL) Fall 4:24
150 Moening, Keegan (WAP) over Flourney, Dorian (CEL) Fall 1:17
170 Wibley, Carmin (WAP) over Burden, Kenzie (CEL) Fall 1:00
205 Rivera, Warren (WAP) over Pearson, Bentley (CEL) 1:05
December 3, 2024
Redskins Set to Host Celina in Season Opener
Come out Thursday to show your support for your Redskin Wrestlers as they host the Bulldogs of Celina in the season opener for each team. There will be plenty of action as the middle school Wrestlers will open up on mat 1 at 5pm, while the JV will start Wrestling on mat 2 at 6pm. Both will be followed by the varsity at approximately 7pm.
Thursday Dec 5
Home
MS 5:00pm
JV 6:00pm
HS 7:00pm
November 16, 2024
Show Your Wapak Wrestling Pride: Team Store is Open
Show off your support for Wapakoneta Wrestling and gear up for the season with our team store. The store will be open from November 17th - December 2, Midnight. Orders should be available prior to Christmas. Pick up will be available at the Dan Davies Wrestling Complex unless otherwise coordinated through Lima Sporting Goods. When purchases arrive, it will be posted on this website and social media platforms.
November 15, 2024
Wrestling Season has Finally Begun
Today kicked off the 24-25 Wrestling season. Both the high school and middle school Wrestlers set foot on the mats today for their first official practice of the season. Wapak Kids Wrestlers have their first practice on the 19th. Numbers are trending upward at all three levels of Wrestling which shows the overall health and strength of the program, as well as support from the community. The number of female Wrestlers is growing exponentially, and it is only a matter of time before we see a recognized all ladies Wrestling squad. The first match of the season is currently scheduled as home WBL dual meet with Celina on December 5th. That match may be rescheduled due to the football team competing 3 weeks into the post season.
June 19, 2024
June 29th: One Day Camp at the Wrestling Complex
Wapak Wrestlers in grades 3-12, or with at least one year experience, are invited to attend a one day camp on June 29th at the Dan Davies Wrestling Complex. The featured clinician will be 3X Ohio Northern All-American Jacob Reed. He will be assisted by a handful of current Ohio Northern wrestlers.
There will be two sessions 9-11am and 12-1pm. Cost is just $10 and may be paid at the door during registration. Pack a lunch to eat between sessions.
June 16, 2024
August 4th: Save the Date
Wapak Kids Wrestling has reserved the Water Park from 6-8 PM on Sunday August 4th. All Kids, Middle School, and High School Wrestlers and families are invited to attend.
June 13, 2024
Wapakoneta Wrestling Alumni Group in the Works
Attention all Wapak Wrestling alumni. We are in the initial phase of creating an alumni group and need your assistance. Click Here to submit your contact information. We will use your information to keep you up to date with the program, at all levels, as well as share information regarding events involving the program. Look for a periodic newsletter down the road. We will not spam you.
June 8, 2024 Grapple on the Gridiron Benjamin Logan HS Football Stadium $35 Pre-Regisiter $40 Late Register
April 14, 2024
Wapak Wrestlers Putting in Extra Mat Time
While the high school, junior high, and Wapak Kids regular season matches came to an end about a month ago, there is no shortage of Wapakoneta Wrestlers setting their sights on next season and putting in the extra work that makes Champions. Several wrestlers have been wrestling in open tournaments, hitting open mats, and practicing with high end wrestling clubs like Beast Mode, CPWA and Conquest Wrestling.
Just a small sample of the many Wapak Wrestlers who competed in the 16th Annual Wrestle Against Autism Tournament in Urbana today.
Crue Shaner placed first at the Spatola Classic on March 30th.
March 17, 2024
Junior High Wrestlers Compete at OAC State: Shaner Places 8th
Eight Wapak Middle School Wrestlers wrapped up their season this weekend in Youngstown. Of those that had qualified for the Ohio Athletic Committee State Tournament, seventh grader, Crue Shaner, came away with the top Redskin finish by placing 8th in the 74lb weight class. Shaner dropped his opening match but bounced back to reel off four straight wins to secure his spot on the podium. Congratulations to all of the Redskins who qualified and competed against the best junior high wrestlers in the state.
March 11, 2024
Jace Knous, Division II State Runner-up
Redskin Senior Jace Knous closed out a stellar senior season campaign in impressive fashion this weekend by finishing runner-up in the 215lb Division II State Championship finals. After winning three consecutive bouts, Knous squared off against Columbus St. Francis Desales senior Max Shulaw. Shulaw, a Virginia wrestling commit, came into the match as a three-time state placer, two-time finalist, and as the defending State Champion sporting a a 48-1 record. Trailing just 2-0 after the first period, Knous was unable to escape Shulaw's leg ride and lost by fall midway through the second period.Knous finished the season with a 34-4 record. Last season Knous finished 7th at 190lbs.
Roughriders Get First State Champion
Saint Marys junior Tate Hisey pinned Indian Valley's Leroy Steagall three minutes into the 126lb finals match to become the Roughriders first State Champion. Hisey finished the season with a 44-2 record. Teammate Bo Hertenstein came up just short in his Championship match, losing a hard fought battle with Steubenville's Brody Saccoccia 13-9. He finished his junior season 40-4.
Area Wrestlers Finish on Podium
Several other area grapplers wrestled their way to a top eight finish and a spot on the podium. Mason Ducat of Defiance finished 8th at 132lbs, Delphos St. John's Edward Kessen finished 7th at 138lbs, Allen East freshman Jordan Neal placed 5th at 144lbs, and Celina's Zach Greber finished 7th at 144lbs.
March 9, 2024
Knous to Wrestle for Championship; Two Roughriders in Finals
Wapakoneta Senior Jace Knous won his quarterfinal and semi-final match on Saturday to advance to Sunday's 215lb Division II State Championship match. Knous's defeated Clinton Massie's Elijah Grow by tech-fall in the quarterfinal round. His semifinal match was more challenging as he needed a late takedown and back points to knock off Chardon's Bryce Wheatley 12-8 securing his finals match. Knous will face Columbus Saint Francis Desales senior Max Shulaw in the Championship match. Sophomore Wyatt Buell dropped his quarterfinal match to Woodridge Senior Steven Duffy by a score of 7-3. Duffy advanced to the Championship match. In his consolation match, Buell lost to Beaver Local senior Gabe Morgan via 5-2 decision.
Saint Marys juniors Tate Hisey and Bo Hertenstein each advanced to the Championship match, giving the Western Buckeye League an impressive showing. Hisey, 126lbs, defeated Logan Elm junior Gavin Hoover by a 2-1 decision before knocking off Louisville senior Kolten Barker by a score of 5-3. He will face Indian Valley senior Leroy Steagall in the finals. Hertenstein, 144lbs, knocked off Luke Kaiser of Athens 8-3 in the quarters, and beat Braxden Martin of Sandusky Perkins 5-0 to earn his spot in the Championship. He will square up against Steubenville junior Brody Saccoccia for a shot at a State Championship.
Other area wrestlers advancing to the placement matches in Division II include Celina's Zach Greber, 144lbs, and Defiance junior Mason Ducat, 132lbs, who will wrestle for 7th place. In Division III, Allen East freshman Jordan Neal, 144lbs, is wrestling in the consolation semifinals and can finish no worse than 6th place. Saint John sophomore Edward Kessen will wrestler for 7th at 138lbs.
March 8, 2024
Buell and Knous Win, Advance to Quarters: Area Wrestlers Move On
Redskin sophomore Wyatt Buell and senior Jace Knous each won their opening round match-up at the State Wrestling championships to move onto Saturday morning's quarterfinal round. Buell, 175lbs, defeated Ben Logan's Kameron Larson 5-1 in the first round. He will face Woodridge senior Steven Duffy in the quarterfinals. Knous had no trouble in his opener. He defeated Kartyr Armstrong of Warren by a first period fall. He will face senior Elijah Groh of Clinton Massie in the quarters.
Several other area wrestlers advanced to day two action. in Division II, Saint Marys juniors Tate Hisey, 126lbs, and Bo Hertenstein, 150lbs, each advance to the Championship quarterfinals winning by fall. Defiance Junior Mason Ducat won a close 5-4 match to advance to the quarters. Kenton's Anthony Hunt, 157lbs, lost his opening match by a 5-0 decision but rebounded in the consolation bracket with a 5-4 win to move on to day two. Celina Senior Zach Greber lost a tough 3-1 match in sudden victory at 144lbs but rebounded with an 8-2 decision to advance. in Division III, Versailles' 113 pounder Trey Huber lost his opener but bounced back with a major decision to advance. Teamate Michael Osborne, 175lbs, advanced in the Championship round with a 9-0 major decision. Coldwater Senior Austin Hamilton split his matches to move on in the consolation bracket. Delphos St John sophomore Edward Kessen, 138lbs, opened the tournament with a heartbreaking ultimate tiebreaker loss, but won his next consi match 8-3 to stay alive. Allen East freshman Jordan Neal, 144lbs, advanced with an opening round first period pin, while teammate Brogan Paxson split his opening day matches to move on to day two.
Elida Senior Skyler Kirk, 138lbs, dropped his two bouts and was eliminated, as was Versailles' freshman Trent Huber, 106lbs. Allen East senior Trenton Gatchell dropped two close decisions at 157. Columbus Grove teammates Kyle Lathrop, 165lbs, and Loudon Auchmuty, 190lbs, were eliminated on day one.
March 4, 2024
MS Wrestlers Qualify 8 for OAC State Tournament
Sunday at Vandalia Butler, twelve Redskin Wrestlers competed for a top six District finish and the State qualification that comes with it. Eight wrestlers achieved their goal and qualified for the Ohio Athletic Committee State Tournament. The OAC State Tournament will be held at the Covelli Center in Youngstown on March 16-17.
Wapakoneta OAC State Qualifiers
Crue Shaner, 74lbs, 3rd Place
Bennett Bishop, 78lbs, 4th Place
Cooper Cecil, 102lbs, 6th Place
Bentley Ruck, 120lbs, 5th Place
Gauge Vaughn, 126lbs, 3rd Place
Channing Miller, 132lbs, 4th Place
Lane Fisher, 138lbs, 6th Place
Hunter Byrd, 176lbs, 6th Place
March 2, 2024
Buell and Knous Advance to OHSAA DII State Tournament
The streak continues. Sophomore Wyatt Buell and Senior Jace Knous each qualified for next weekend's State Wrestling Tournament, and in doing so, made it 32 consecutive years that one or more Redskins have qualified for the tournament. The top four place winners in each weight class of the Norwalk District will compete at the Schottenstein Center beginning on March 8th.
Buell and Knous each went 4-1 on the weekend and brought home 3rd place finishes. Buell's only loss was to the eventual 175lb champion, Andrew Barford of Columbus St. Francis Desales. Knous's only loss was to another champion Max Shulaw, also of Desales at 215lbs. Senior Reece Schnarre went 3-2 and placed 5th at 165lbs while Sophomore Gavin Ridenhour went 2-3 placing 6th at 132lbs. Other Redskins competing included Freshmen Zane Russell (106, 2-2), Carson Pummell (113, 0-2), Sophomore Brody Presar (190, 2-2), and Juniors Caden Mellot (120, 2-2) and Dawson Ware (157, 1-2).
Other Western Buckeye League wrestlers who qualified for the State Tournament include Saint Marys' Tate Hisey (126) and Bo Hertenstein (150), Defiance's Mason Ducat (132), Elida's Skyler Kirk (138), Celina's Zack Greber (144), and Kenton's Anthony Hunt (157).
Celina's Kenzie Miracle qualified for the State Tournament with a 4th place finish in the 105lb weight class at the Marysville regional.
HS State Wrestling Tournament
March 8-10
Friday 1:00PM
Saturday 9:30 AM
Sunday 9:30 AM
Team Score
1. Wauseon 191.5
2. Col. DeSales 165.5
3. Napoleon 148.0
4. Ontario 134.5
5. Perkins 127.5
6. Clyde 86.5
7. Wapakoneta 75.5
8. Galion 75.0
9. St. Marys Memorial 68.0
10. Bexley 66.0
11. Clear Fork 64.0
12. Licking Valley 60.0
13. Bellevue 57.5
14. Kenton 37.0
15. Defiance 36.0
16. Celina 34.0
17. Vermilion 32.0
18. Mad. Comprehensive 31.0
19. Lexington 27.5
20. Toledo C.C. 26.0
21. Fostoria 21.0
Norwalk 21.0
Rossford 21.0
24. Bowling Green 20.0
25. Willard 19.0
26. Elida 18.0
Heb. Lakewood 18.0
28. Bryan 17.0
Shelby 17.0
30. Buckeye Valley 12.0
31. Lima Shawnee 7.0
32. Centennial 6.0
Van Wert 6.0
34. Upper Sandusky 5.0
35. Johnstown 4.0
36. Bath 2.0
February 29, 2024
Follow Your Redskin Wrestlers Online All Weekend
Both the High School and Middle School Wrestlers will be competing in District Wrestling action this weekend. The HS will have 9 Wrestlers competing at the Norwalk District on Friday and Saturday while the MS will have 12 competing in the OAC District at Vandalia Butler on Sunday.
HS District Wrestling
@ Norwalk
Friday 4:00PM
Saturday 9:30 AM
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@ Butler
Sunday 9:00 AM
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February 25, 2024
MS Wrestlers Place 3rd at OAC State Duals
Team Standings
1. Bishop Waterson
2. Medina Highland
3. Wapakoneta
4. Carrollton
5. Ashland
6. Canfield
7. Wauseon
8. Sheridan
The Wapakoneta Middle School Wrestling Team finished 3rd at the Ohio Athletic Committee State Duals Sunday, held at Olentangy High School. The Redskins defeated Ashland 45-31 in a back and forth match to start the day off. In round 2 the Skins lost to Medina Highland 49-43 in an exciting dual that wasn't decided until the final match. Wapak then had their way with an undermanned Sheridan squad in round 3 before defeating Carrollton 63-24 in the 3rd place match.
Going 4-0 on the day for the Redskins were Graham Moyer and Cooper Cecil. Finishing 3-1 were Brody Bishop, Gauge Vaughn, and Channing Miller.
Next up for the MS Wrestlers is the OAC District Tounament at Vandalia Butler this Sunday.
Round 1
Wapakoneta 45 Ashland 31
74 - Collan Lloyd* (A) over Crue Shaner (W) Fall 2:56
78 - Matthew Sheehan* (A) over Bennett Bishop (W) Fall 4:35
84 - Double Forfeit
90 - Brody Bishop (W) over Edward Zeller* (A) Dec 6-4
96 - Hans Sammetinger (W) over (A) Forf
102 - Cooper Cecil (W) over Paxton Young (A) Dec 6-0
108 - Tyson Mateo (A) over Riley Becker (W) Dec 8-6
114 - Bentley Ruck (W) over Maddox Mager (A) Dec 6-3
120 - Bodie Smith (A) over Darrian Steinbrunner (W) Dec 2-0
126 - Gauge Vaughn (W) over Tristan Moss (A) Dec 3-0
132 - Tuff Hutcheson (A) over Channing Miller (W) Dec 2-0
138 - Tristan Gibson (A) over Lane Fisher (W) Maj 9-0
146 - Julian Cabrera (A) over Everett Cernan (W) Fall 2:25
154 - Graham Moyer* (W) over Declan Park (A) Dec 9-2
164 - Hunter Byrd (W) over (A) Forf
176 - Izaiah Flowers* (W) over (A) Forf
209 - Landen Fischer* (W) over Steven Garett (A) Fall 0:22
249 - Cash Patrick* (W) over (A) Forf
Round 3
Wapakoneta 72 Sheridan 20
74 - Bennett Bishop (W) over (S) Forf
78 - Crue Shaner (W) over Luke Scholtisek (S) Fall 2:00
84 - Tanner King* (S) over (W) Forf
90 - Brody Bishop (W) over Max Wilson (S) Fall 2:09
96 - Brody Mcnabb (S) over Hans Sammetinger (W) Dec 5-2
102 - Cooper Cecil (W) over Caleb Wilson (S) TB-1 7-6
108 - Drayden Tschantz* (S) over Riley Becker (W) TF 16-1
114 - Bentley Ruck (W) over (S) Forf
120 - Darrian Steinbrunner (W) over SJ Shriner (S) SV-1 2-0
126 - Wyatt Bear* (S) over Gauge Vaughn (W) Dec 1-0
132 - Channing Miller (W) over (S) Forf
138 - Lane Fisher (W) over (S) Forf
146 - Everett Cernan (W) over (S) Forf
154 - Graham Moyer* (W) over Tandon Gramlich (S) Fall 1:53
164 - Kainen Lindsey* (S) over Izaiah Flowers* (W) Dec 10-5
176 - Hunter Byrd (W) over (S) Forf
209 - Landen Fischer* (W) over (S) Forf
249 - Cash Patrick* (W) over (S) Forf
Round 2
Medina Highland 49 Wapakoneta 43
74 - Crue Shaner (W) over Adon Pyle* (MH) Dec 2-0
78 - Archer Spencer* (MH) over Bennett Bishop (W) TF 15-0
84 - Riley Pylypiak (MH) over (W) Forf
90 - Joey Sesock (MH) over Brody Bishop (W) Dec 7-2
96 - Kyle Scavuzzo (MH) over Hans Sammetinger (W) Fall 3:10
102 - Caleb Berger (MH) over BJ Akilang (W) Fall 0:27
108 - Cooper Cecil (W) over Billy Zufall (MH) Fall 3:03
114 - Leonidas Giatis (MH) over Bentley Ruck (W) Fall 1:38
120 - Mack Oneil (MH) over Darrian Steinbrunner (W) Dec 7-0
126 - Gauge Vaughn (W) over Grayson Swann (MH) Fall 2:07
132 - Channing Miller (W) over Demyan Leshchar (MH) Fall 1:15
138 - Joey Oriti (MH) over Trey Williams (W) Fall 1:58
146 - Lukas Grillis (MH) over Lane Fisher (W) TF 15-0
154 - Graham Moyer* (W) over Jake Arvanetes (MH) Fall 1:18
164 - Izaiah Flowers* (W) over Nolan Farley (MH) Maj 11-3
176 - Hunter Byrd (W) over (MH) Forf
209 - Landen Fischer* (W) over Andrew Dalgleish* (MH) Fall 2:19
249 - Ryan Lino* (MH) over Cash Patrick* (W) Dec 2-0
Final Round
Wapakoneta 63 Carrollton 24
74 - Bennett Bishop (W) over (C) Forf
78 - Crue Shaner (W) over Jaxon Sutton (C) Dec 6-4
84 - Jackson Braisted* (C) over (W) Forf
90 - Brody Bishop (W) over Luke Motz (C) TF 15-0
96 - Paul Childs (C) over Hans Sammetinger (W) Dec 6-0
102 - Cooper Cecil (W) over Logan Sampson (C) SV-1 4-2
108 - Riley Becker (W) over (C) Forf
114 - Lucas Mitchell (C) over Bentley Ruck (W) Dec 10-6
120 - Darrian Steinbrunner (W) over Leo Shafer (C) Fall 3:19
126 - Gauge Vaughn (W) over Isaac Day (C) Maj 8-0
132 - Channing Miller (W) over Easton Russell (C) Fall 2:19
138 - Lane Fisher (W) over JJ Marra* (C) Fall 3:04
146 - Ja`waye Richardson (C) over Everett Cernan (W) Fall 2:01
154 - Graham Moyer* (W) over Michael Ullman (C) Fall 0:54
164 - Andrew Pennington * (C) over Izaiah Flowers* (W) Dec 8-4
176 - Hunter Byrd (W) over Issac Barnes# (C) Fall 1:40
209 - Daniel Carroll* (C) over Landen Fischer* (W) SV-1 11-9
249 - Cash Patrick* (W) over Wyatt Ridzon (C) Inj 1:00
February 24, 2024
Redskins Advance 9 to Norwalk District; Team Finishes 3rd
The Wapakoneta High School Wrestling finished 3rd out of at 11 teams at the OHSAA Defiance Sectional. Redskin Wrestlers advancing to next weekend's District Tournament at Norwalk include: Seniors Reece Schnarre and Jace Knous, Juniors Caden Mellott and Dawson Ware, Sophomores Gavin Ridneour, Wyatt Buell, and Brody Presar, and Freshmen Zane Russell and Carson Pummell. The top 4 Placers in each weight class advance.
Knous had no problems cruising to the 215lb Championship. He register two Tech Falls and a Pin on his way to the title. Russell lost a tough championship match to Carter Stuckey of Wauseon to finish runner-up. Mellott dropped his finals match to Napoleon's Alex Gonzalez to finish Runner-up. Mellott has beat Gonzalez twice previously this season. Schnarre, Buell and Ridenour each bounced back from disappointing semi-final matches to take third. Pummell, Ware and Presar, each finished fourth.
Team Scores
1 Wauseon 265.0
2 Napoleon 232.0
3 Wapakoneta 166.0
4 St. Marys Memorial 136.5
5 Van Wert 109.5
6 Celina 106.5
7 Defiance 104.5
8 Lima Shawnee 81.5
9 Bath 52.0
10 Bryan 50.5
11 Elida 43.0
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February 17, 2024
Skins Take WBL Title: Set Sights on Post-Season
Saturday, in Kenton, the Redskin Wrestlers were crowned outright Western Buckeye League Champions. Led by six individual Champions, the Skins received contributions from all of its competing wrestlers. Freshman Zane Russell, Junior Caden Mellott, Sophomores Gavin Ridenhour and Wyatt Buell, along with Seniors Reece Schnarre and Jace Knous paced the Redskins by winning their weight class. Sophomore Brody Presar made it to the Championship match and Junior Dawson Ware brought home a 4th place finish.
The Redskins will now set their sights on qualifying for the OHSAA State Tournament. They will travel to Defiance on Saturday for the Sectional Tournament. The top four Placers in each weigh class qualify for the District Tournament. Go Skins!
Final Team Scores
1. Wapakoneta 180.5
2. Celina 148
3. St. Marys 144
4. Van Wert 141.5
5. Defiance 116
6. Shawnee 94
7. Elida 53
8. Kenton 39, 9
Bath 38
10. Ottawa-Glandorf 17
Redskin Placers
106: Zane Russell- Champion
120: Caden Mellott- Champion
132: Gavin Ridenhour- Champion
157: Dawson Ware- 4th
165: Reece Schnarre- Champion
175: Wyatt Buell- Champion
190: Brody Presar- Runner-up
215: Jace Knous- Champion
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February 13, 2024
Redskins Finish Sweep of WBL Duals
Wapakoneta 48 Celina 27
175: Wyatt Buell (W) over Keene Rinderle (C) (Fall 1:20)
190: Brody Presar (W) over Josh Sweeney (C) (Fall 2:38)
215: Jace Knous (W) over Carter Ly (C) (Fall 1:43)
285: Brady Steinbrunner (C) over (W) (For.)
106: Carter Shaner (W) over (C) (For.)
113: Zane Russell (W) over Kaleb Krogman (C) (Fall 3:46)
120: Caden Mellott (W) over Josiah King (C) (Fall 0:52)
126: Aaren King (C) over Elijah Burgoon (W) (Fall 1:54)
132: Gavin Ridenour (W) over Mason Homan (C) (Fall 1:55)
138: Zach Steinke (W) over Payton Staugler (C) (Dec 12-9)
144: Luke Maxwell (C) over Noah Bishop (W) (Fall 2:32)
150: Zach Greber (C) over (W) (For.)
157: Dawson Ware (W) over Carver Harris (C) (Dec 8-4)
165: Luke Lazarich (C) over Reece Schnarre (W) (Dec 9-4)
The Varsity Wrestling Team finishes the WBL dual meet season with a 9-0 record.
The Wapakoneta Wrestling Teams traveled to Celina for the final WBL matchup of the season, and both squads came away with impressive victories. On a night where most of the barnburner matches went the Redskin's way, the middle school matmen knocked off the Bulldogs 42-28 while the varsity defeated the hosts 48-27. With the victories, both squads finish their WBL dual meet season undefeated. They varsity, already clinching the dual meet portion of the WBL Championship, will look to capture an outright WBL title at the league tournament this Saturday at Kenton. The middle school wrestling team will send a contingent to Vandalia Butler to compete in the OAC Districts and an opportunity to qualify for the OAC State Tournament.
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February 8, 2024
Redskins Head to Final WBL Dual Undefeated with Win Over Bath
Both the high school and middle school wrestling squads handled WBL foe Bath on Thursday night setting up the season finale on Tuesday at Celina. The varsity defeated a shorthanded Bath squad 66-15 with only four contested matches. The middle school matmen were able to win six of eight contested matches and went on to post a 71-10 victory.
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February 3, 2024
MS Wrestlers Finish 4th at Elida Invitational
After winning tournament championships at Clyde, Bucyrus and Shawnee, along with a runner-up finish at their own Wapakoneta Invitational, the middle school Wrestling Team could not replicate those performances at Elida. The Redskins finished in 4th place out of the 19 team filed. Crue Shaner (80lbs) and Channing Miller (134lbs) wrestled their way to the top of the podium. Finishing runner-up were Brody Bishop (92lbs) and Darrian Steinbrunner (122lbs).
MS Team Results
1 Versailles 224.5
2 Celina 206.5
3 Allen East 200
4 Wapakoneta 171.5
5 Elida 113
6 Coldwater 110
7 Shawnee 87.5
8 Bath 85.5
9 Crestview 85
10 Defiance 69
11 Van Wert 64
12 Saint Marys 64
13 Delphos Saint Johns 48.5
14 Spencerville 47.5
15 LCC 45.5
16 Lincoln view 35
17 Lima City 23
18 Ottawa Glandorf 13
19 Kenton 8
Wapakoneta Placers
80lbs Crue Shaner- Champion
92lbs Brody Bishop- Runner-up
104lbs Cooper Cecil- 3rd
122lbs Darrian Steinbrunner- Runner-up
128lbs Gauge Vaughn- 4th
134lbs Channing Miller- Champion
142lbs Lane Fisher- 5th
150lbs Everett Cernan- 6th
205lbs Jayden Williams- 5th
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February 1, 2024
Redskin Wrestlers Defeat Bulldogs
The Redskin Wrestlers took to the road and traveled to Elida for a league matchup. Both the high school and middle school squads came away victorious. In doing so, both teams remain undefeated in WBL dual meets.
The middle school Wrestlers opened the night with a 59-14 victory and the high school Wrestlers capped it off with a 58-13 victory over the host Bulldogs.
The middle school will make the short trip back to Elida on Saturday for their invitational. Wrestling will begin at 10:00 AM at the fieldhouse. Also on Saturday, the high school will travel to Columbus St. Francis Desales to attempt to qualify for the OHSAA State Dual Meet Tournament.
Middle School
Wapakoneta 54
Elida 19
MS Results
80: Crue Shaner (W) over Nate Cummans (E) (Fall 2:49)
86: Kayden Hay (E) over Garret Rose (W) (Fall :48)
92: Josiah Shoup (E) over (W) (For.)
98: Hans Sammetinger (W) over Kamar Morris (E) (Dec 11-6)
104: Cooper Cecil (W) over Hunter Lawson (E) (MD 14-2)
110: Kyllan Martin (E) over Riley Becker (W) (Dec 8-7)
116: Joey Sommer (E) over Cayson Wisener (W) (MD 13-2)
122: Darrian Steinbrunner (W) over Gavin Kirk (E) (MD 18-6)
128: Gauge Vaughn (W) over (E) (For.)
134: Channing Miller (W) over Ethan Baker (E) (Fall 2:12)
142 T. Williams (W) over Conner Witta (E)) (Dec 2-0)
150: Lane Fisher (W) over Kayleb Elling (E)) (MD 11-0)
160: Everett Cernan (W)) over Trevor Maxwell (E) (Fall 3:42)
172: Hunter Byrd (W) over Robert Anderson (E) (Fall 1:00)
205: Jayden Williams (W) over Isaiah Dickenson (E) (Fall 2:33)
245: Double Void
98: Brody Bishop (W) over Silas Evans (E) (TF 20-4)
104: BJ Akilang (W) over Logan Foster (E) (Fall 1:30)
142: Alton Spangler (W) over Alex Kline (E) (Fall 1:16)
Varsity
Wapakoneta 58
Elida 13
HS Results
106: Zane Russell (W) over Brody Sherrick (E) (MD 19-6)
113: Carson Pummell (W) over Gabe Miley (E) (Fall 5:51)
120: Carter Counotte (W) over (E) (For.)
132: Elijah Burgoon (W) over (E) (For.)
138: Gavin Ridenhour (W) over Skylar Kirk (E) (Dec 7-5)
144: Matthew Schum (E) over Noah Bishop (W) (Dec 13-9)
150: Shanndon Smith (E) over Cash Benshoff (W) (MD 15-7)
157: Cooper Myers (W) over Samuel Mattox (Fall 0:44)
165: Reece Schnarre (W) over Garrett Beamer (E) (Fall :48)
175: Wyatt Buell (W) overAaryn Dailey (E) MD 10-2)
190: Brody Presar (W) over (E) (For.)
215: Jace Knous (W) over Carter Kerby (E) (TF 16-1)
285: (E) over (W) (For.)
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January 25, 2024
Wrestlers Knock Off Kenton
The high school and middle school Wrestling Teams took to the road Thursday night for a Western Buckeye League match-up with Kenton. Both teams entered the night at less than full strength, but were able to handle the host Wildcats. The high school moved to 6-0 in WBL duals with a 61-18 win and sit atop the league standings.
The middle school Wrestlers also kept their perfect dual meet record intact with a 45-16 win over Kenton.
Varsity
Wapakoneta 61
Kenton 18
Middle School
Wapakoneta 45
Kenton 16
MS Results
80: Double Void
86: G. Rose (W) over (K) (For.)
92: Double Void
98: H. Sammetinger (W) over W. Manns (K) (TF)
104: C. Cecil (W) over L. Kapanka (K) (Fall 2:56)
110: Double Void
116: M. Farley (K) over Z. Doseck (W) (MD 9-0)
122: C. Hartzog (W) over (K) (For.)
128: C. Howe (W) over (K) (For.)
134: Double Void
142 C. Miller (W) over G. Phipps (K) (Dec 2-1)
150: T. Williams (W) over G. Kapanka (K) (Fall 0:42)
160: M. Hare (K) over B. Patrick (W) (Fall 1:59)
172: M. Phillips (W) over (K) (For.)
205: B. Lyon (K) over J. Williams (W) (Disq)
245: Double Void
HS Results
106: Carter Shaner (W) over (K) (For.)
113: Zane Russell (W) over (K) (For.)
120: Carter Counotte (W) over S. Vansky (K) (Fall 1:25) 126: C. Vorhees (W) over H. Brien (K) (TF 24-9)
132: K. Davis (K) over Elijah Burgoon (W) (Fall 1:16) 138: Isaiah Pyles (W) over (K) (For.)
144: Zach Steinke (W) over (K) (For.)
150: Cash Benshoff (W) over (K) (For.)
157: A. Hunt (K) over Hayden Blake (W) (Fall 0:11)
165: Reece Schnarre (W) over I. Blevins (K) (MD 10-1)
175: Wyatt Buell (W) over Evan Elliott (K) (Fall 1:29)
190: Brody Presar (W) over Jared Manns (K) (MD 15-2)
215: Jace Knous (W) over M. Handel (K) (Fall 1:03)
285: Ronald Dawson (K) over (W) (For.)
January 20, 2024
Redskins Claim Title: Buell Outstanding Wrestler
The high school Wrestling team hosted the Wapakoneta Invitational Saturday and when the dust settled, it was the Redskins who claimed the team title in the 13 team field. Winning individual titles were Zane Russel (106lbs), Wyatt Buell (175lbs), Brody Presar (190lbs) and Jace Knous (215lbs). The hosts edged out runner-up Vandalia Butler who claimed six individual titles.
Sophomore Wyatt Buell was voted the Outstanding Wrestler of the tournament. The 175-pounder went 5-0 on the day with three pins and a pair of decisions. Buell defeated WBL foe Luke Lazarich of Celina 5-0 in the championship match.
Other Redskin place winners included:
Carson Pummell, 5th at 113lbs
Caden Mellott, 2nd at 120lbs
Gavin Ridenour, 2nd at 132lbs
Zack Steinke, 5th at 138lbs
Cooper Myers, 5th at 157lbs
Dawson Ware, 5th at 175lbs
Johnny Carnes, 4th at 285lbs
Final Team Standings
1. Wapakoneta 242.0
2. Vandalia Butler 238.0
3. Celina 168.0
4. Blissfield (MI) 148.5
5. Van Wert 135.0
6. Napoleon 131.0
7. Connor (KY) 120
8. Bryan 101.5
9. Holland Springfield 72.0
10. Sandusky 58.0
11. Antwerp 55.0
12. Delphos Jefferson 29.0
13. Lima Senior 21.0
Caden Mellot notched his 100th varsity win on his way to runner-up at 120lbs. Mellott placed 6th at last season's State Tournament.
The HS and MS wrestlers will be back in action Thursday as the travel to Kenton in a WBL matchup.
January 18, 2024
Wrestlers Defeat Shawnee to Remain Unblemished in WBL
The varsity Wrestling took another step towards their WBL championship goal by besting Shawnee on Senior Night. Prior to the match the Redskins recognized their four Seniors, Jace Knous, Jamie Martinez, Reece Schnarre, and Zach Steinke. Once the festivities concluded, the Redskins put on an impressive performance and defeated the Indians 58-14.
215: Jace Knous (W) over Gabe Jamison (LS) (T-Fall 18-3)
285: Johnny Carnes (W) over Zyon Tucker (LS) (Fall 1:30)
106: Carter Chander (W) over (LS) (Forf)
113: Tate Ditto (LS) over Zane Russell (DQ)
120: Carson Pummell (W) over Kesthan Jones (LS) (Fall 3:10)
126: Caden Mellott (W) over Kael Dodson (LS) (Fall 2:31)
132: Gavin Ridenhour (W) over Alejandro Reyes (LS) (Dec 9-5)
138: Zach Steinke (W) over Peter Dwyer (LS) (Fall 1:24)
144: Noah Bishop (W) over Joshua Parrish (LS) (Fall 1:55)
150: Kayne Brown (LS) over Cash Benshoff (W) (Fall 1:38:
157: Zachary Kreider (LS) over Cooper Meyers (W) (Dec 5-0)
165: Reece Schnarre (W) over Landon Gallegos (LS) (Fall 2:47)
175: Wyatt Buell (W) over Drew Neidemire (LS) (T-Fall 19-4)
190: Brody Presar (W) over Preston Coppler (LS) (Dec 9-4)
The Middle school Wrestlers kept pace with their high school counterparts and defeated the Indians 52-21.
80: Double Void
86: Crue Shaner (W) over Landen Benner (LS) (Dec 2-0)
92: Lauren Nieto (LS) over (W) (Forf)
98: Hans Sammetinger (W) over Gabe Ditto (LS) (Dec 9-5)
104: Brody Bishop (W) over Grant Hadding (LS) (Fall 1:21)
110: Cooper Cecil (W) over Logan Vogelsang (LS) (Dec 8-3)
116: Zander Strange (LS) over Zeke Doseck (W) (Dec 4-0)
122 Darrian Steinbrunner (W) over Sam Conrad (LS) (MD 15-3)
128 Gauge Vaughn (W) over Wes Stimmel (LS) (Fall 1:00)
134: Channing Miller (W) over (LS) (Forf)
142: Lane Fisher (W) over (LS) (Forf)
150: Everett Cernan (W) over (LS) (Forf)
160: Carsyn Siebert (W) over (LS) (Forf)
172: Hunter Byrd (W) over Noah Morgan (LS) (Dec 12-9)
205: Xhaidan Coleman (LS) over Jayden Williams (W) (Fall 4:01)
245: Max Mangini (LS) over (W) (Forf)
The High School Wrestling Team will host a 14-team invitational on Saturday beginning at 10:00AM.
Varsity
Wapakoneta 58
Shawnee 14
Middle School
Wapakoneta 52
Shawnee 21
January 13, 2024
Redskin Wrestlers Have Successful Weekend on the Mat
Both the High School and Middle School Wrestling teams put together impressive performances on the mat this weekend. The high school matmen finished with a 7-2 record and 3rd place finish in the Napoleon Gold Medal Duals. The Redskins defeated WBL foe Defiance 44-30, Liberty Benton 45-31, Anthony Wayne 61-18, Bucyrus 59-19, Fairview (Sherwood) 69-6, Normandy 68-12, and Versailles 42-30. They were defeated by Genoa 47-26 and Napoleon 42-20. Going undefeated on the weekend for the Skins were Cayden Mellott, Brody Presar, and Wyatt Buell. Complete match results are available here.
The Junior High matmen brought home gold at the Shawnee JH Wrestling Championships. The Redskins finished atop the leader board with 234 points, followed by Versailles with 217 and Defiance with 188 points. Bringing home individual championships were Crue Shaner (80lbs), Hans Sammetinger (98lbs), Gauge Vaughn (128lbs), and Channing Miller (134lbs). Runners-up for the Skins were Brody Bishop (92lbs) and Lane Fisher (142lbs).
MS Team Results
1 Wapakoneta 234
2 Versailles 217
3 Defiance 188
4 Indian Lake 182
4 Bath 92
6 Bluffton 86
7 Wauseon 84.5
8 Elida 81
9 Shawnee 79
10 Ben Logan 78
11 LCC 71
12 Bellefontaine 69
13 Urbana 39
14 Kenton 29
15 Lima West 28
16 Perry 16
MS Wrestlers and coaches cheering on teammate in overtime match.
January 11, 2024
Redskins Remain Perfect in WBL Duals After Van Wert Victory
The varsity Wrestling team defeated Van Wert Thursday by a 42-26 margin, keeping them atop the WBL dual meet standings. The Redskins took 8 of 14 matches to defeat the Cougars in front of a nice sized home crowd. Recording wins for Wapak were Zane Russell (106), Caden Mellott (120), Gavin Ridenour (132), Zach Steinke (138), Reece Schnarre (165), Wyatt Buell (175), Brody Presar (190) and Jace Knous (215). The Junior High Wrestlers also defeated the Cougars by a 51-15 margin.
The HS will travel to Napoleon this Friday and Saturday to participate in the Gold Medal Duals. The Middle School Grapplers will travel to Shawnee to compete in the Shawnee Junior High Wrestling Championships.
285: Breese Bollenbocher (VAWE) over Johnny Carnes (WAPA) (Dec 4-1)
106: Zane Russell (WAPA) over Owen Bates (VAWE) (Dec 7-6)
113: Joaquin Estrada (VAWE) over Carson Pummell (WAPA) (MD 15-4)
120: Caden Mellott (WAPA) over Matthew Dunno (VAWE) (Fall 3:03)
126: Xavier Leal (VAWE) over Connor Vorhees (WAPA) (TF 16-1 0:00)
132: Gavin Ridenour (WAPA) over Renson Spear (VAWE) (Fall 3:21)
138: Zach Steinke (WAPA) over Tristan Thiebaut (VAWE) (Fall 1:54)
144: Briggs Wallace (VAWE) over Noah Bishop (WAPA) (MD 16-3)
150: Abram Collins (VAWE) over Zander Atkins (WAPA) (Fall 1:59)
157: Phillip Burker (VAWE) over Cash Benshoff (WAPA) (MD 10-2)
165: Reece Schnarre (WAPA) over Maddox Workman (VAWE) (Fall 1:14)
175: Wyatt Buell (WAPA) over Ben Verville (VAWE) (Fall 0:32)
190: Brody Presar (WAPA) over Morgein Bigham (VAWE) (Dec 6-2)
215: Jace Knous (WAPA) over Gavin Zartman (VAWE) (Fall 0:21)
285: Breese Bollenbocher (VAWE) over Johnny Carnes (WAPA) (Dec 4-1)
Varsity
Wapakoneta 42
Van Wert 26
Middle School
Wapakoneta 51
Van Wert 15
January 6, 2024
Versailles Takes Title, Skins Finish Runner-up
Team Scores
1 Versailles 295.0
2 Wapakoneta 220.0
3 Defiance 189.0
4 Lima Bath 151.0
5 Dayton Northmont 138.5
6 Columbus Grove 132.5
7 Elida 105.5
8 Saint Marys Memorial 103.0
9 Lima Shawnee 99.5
10. Sidney 88.5
11. Middletown Madison 60.0
12. Delphos Saint Johns 41.0
13. Lima Central Catholic 39.0
14. Lima Perry 25.0
The Middle School Wrestling team finished Runner-up in their 14-team invitational Saturday. The Redskins were able to put 16 Wrestlers on the podium with 3 individual Champions. Crue Shaner moved his record to 17-0 on the season with 2 pins and a major decision on his way to the title at 80lbs. Bentley Ruck brought home gold at 116lbs by going 5-0 on the day. At 128lbs, Gauge Vaughn pinned his way through 5 matches to take his weight class. Making the Championship match and finishing runner-up for the Redskins were Brody Bishop (92lbs), Hans Sammetinger (98lbs), Cooper Cecil (104lbs), and Darrian Steinbrunner (122lbs). It marks the third year in a row that Versailles has outscored the host Redskins to claim the crown. The Tigers finished the day with 13 total placers including Champions Reece Magoteaux (92lbs), Isaac Batty (122lbs), and Hunter Wise (245lbs).
A very heartfelt Thank You goes out to Cook & Son Plumbing and Heating for donating the sweatshirts for each individual Champion. Wapakoneta Wrestling would also like to thank all the table workers, alumni, parents, and fans who volunteered their time to make the tournament a success and for their continued support of the Wapak wrestling program.
The MS and HS will host Van Wert on Thursday with wrestling beginning at 5:00PM
January 4, 2024
Redskins Stay Perfect in WBL Duals
The High School and Middle School Wrestling team's records remain unblemished in Western Buckeye League dual meet matches after a sweep of the Roughriders in their home gym. The MS Wrestlers started the night off in dominating fashion by winning 11 of the 13 contested weight classes, all by pin. The HS match was not decided nearly as early as both teams battled tooth and nail. The Redskins would eventually come away with a 42-33 win after winning 8 of 14 matches.
The MS Team will host a 15-team tournament this Saturday at the high school. Wrestling will begin at 9:00AM. Both the MS and HS will host Van Wert on Thursday with wrestling beginning at 5:00PM
138: Gavin Ridenour (WAPA) over Noah Bruce (SMM) (Dec 13-8)
144: Zach Steinke (WAPA) over Zach Myers (SMM) (Fall 1:54)
150: Braeden Sturwold (SMM) over Cash Benshoff (WAPA) (Fall 3:01)
157: Bronson Hertenstein (SMM) over Cooper Myers (WAPA) (Fall 3:13)
165: Reece Schnarre (WAPA) over Caleb Turner (SMM) (Fall 0:26)
175: Wyatt Buell (WAPA) over Noah Allen (SMM) (Fall 4:51)
190: Cole Donovan (SMM) over Brody Presar (WAPA) (Fall 6:08)
215: Jace Knous (WAPA) over Zaden Williams (SMM) (Fall 0:41)
285: Johnny Carnes (WAPA) over Tanner Mele (SMM) (Dec 6-3)
106: Zane Russell (WAPA) over Colton Luedeke (SMM) (Fall 1:13)
113: Jerimiah Cisco (SMM) over Carson Pummell (WAPA) (Dec 15-11)
120: Caden Mellott (WAPA) over Nick Griffis (SMM) (Fall 1:56)
126: Tate Hisey (SMM) over Connor Vorhees (WAPA) (Fall 1:13)
132: Dyllan Fink (SMM) over Dalton Huebner (WAPA) (Fall 1:23)
Varsity
Wapakoneta 42
Saint Marys 33
Middle School
Wapakoneta 72
Saint Marys 15
December 29, 2023
Junior High Wrestlers Win Bucyrus Pool Tourney
Team Scores
1 Wapakoneta 249.5
2 Clear Fork 217.0
3 Shelby Red 161.0
4 Seneca East 150.5
5 Elgin 143.5
6 Madison Middle School 142.5
7 Cardington-Lincoln 114.0
8 Hillsdale Falcons 97.5
9 Hopewell-Loudon 95.0
10 Springfield Northwestern 94.5
The Junior High Wrestling Team came home with a championship trophy Thursday by finishing atop the 21-team field at the Bucyrus Pool Tournament. The Redskins were led by 5 individual Champions. Those finishing on top of the podium and going undefeated on the day included Crue Shaner (80lbs), Brody Bishop (92lbs), Hans Sammetinger (98lbs), and Darrian Steinbrunner (122lbs). Also placing for Wapakoneta were Bentley Ruck (Runner up, 116lbs), Hunter Byrd (Runner up at 172lbs), Gauge Vaughn (3rd at 128lbs), Channing Miller (3rd at 134lbs), Lane Fisher (3rd at 142lbs), Carsyn Seibert (4th at 160lbs), Trevor Varno (5th at 134lbs), Zeke Doseck (6th at 122lbs), and Connor Howe (6th at 128lbs).
Both the High School and Middle School Wrestlers will be in action this Thursday as they travel to Saint Marys to square off against the Roughriders in a key Western Buckeye League matchup.
December 19, 2023
HS and MS Wrestlers Sweep Tri
The High School and Middle School Wrestling Teams traveled to Indian for a non-league tri-meet between the host Lakers and the Yellow Jackets of Sidney. HS and MS matches were wrestled concurrently on two different mats.
When the dust settled, both squads came away victorious against both of their opponents. The MS grapplers defeated Indian Lake 47-45 in an exciting back and forth match. They also came out on top of Sidney 54-28. The HS matmen knocked off Indian lake in the opener 44-31 and defeated Sidney 55-30.
Both teams will be in action over the Christmas break. The High School competes in the 2-day Greater Miami Valley Wrestling Tournament held at Vandalia Butler on December 27-28. The Middle School travels to Bucyrus for a pool tournament on 28 December.
Varsity
Wapakoneta 44
Indian Lake 31
Wapakoneta 55
Sidney 30
Middle School
Wapakoneta 47
Indian Lake 45
Wapakoneta 54
Sidney 28
December 18, 2023
Team Store Wearables Available for Pickup
Just in time for Christmas, wearables purchased through our Lima Sporting Goods Team Store will be available for pickup this Wednesday and Thursday.
Items will be available Wednesday, December 20th, in the Middle School Cafeteria from 5-6PM. Thursday, December 21st will also have items available for pickup. Hours for Thursday will be 6:30-8PM at the Dan Davies Wrestling Complex.
December 16, 2023
MS Grapplers Bring Home Championship From Clyde
The Middle School Wrestling Team wrestled their way to a first-place finish at the 20 team Larry Norman Memorial MS Wrestling Tournament held at Clyde High School. The championship was a true Team effort as all point earning Wrestlers contributed to the team's point total. The Team was led by individual Champions Crue Shaner (80lbs) and Bentley Ruck (116lbs). Ruck recorder five pins enroute to his Championship.
Other Redskin Placers Included:
Hans Sammetinger 4th Place (98lbs)
Brody Bishop 5th Place (104lbs)
Cooper Cecil 5th Place (110lbs)
Darrian Steinbrunner 5th Place (122lbs)
Gauge Vaughn 3rd Place (128lbs)
Channing Miller 2nd Place (134lbs)
Trevor Varno 5th Place (134lbs)
Lane Fisher 5th Place (142lbs)
Everett Cernan 5th Place (150lbs)
Carsyn Seibert 6th Place (160lbs)
Hunter Byrd 5th Place (172lbs)
Macon Phillips 6th Place (172lbs)
Jayden Williams 5th Place (205lbs)
Final Team Standings: 1. Wapakoneta 248.5; 2. McPherson 172.0; 3. Galion 165.5; 4. Columbia 154.5; 5. Washington 148.0; 6. Briar 144.0; 7. Eastwood 126.0; 8. No. Ridgeville 124.0; 9. Upper Sandusky 115.5; 10. Western Reserve 93.0; 11. Carey 87.0; 12. Hopewell-Loudon 85.0; 13. Port Clinton 84.0; 14. Tiffin MS 83.0; 15. Margaretta 69.0; 16. New Riegel 63.0; 17. New London 60.0; 18. Lakota 52.0; 19. Mohawk 16.0; 20. Wellington 10.5
December 15, 2023
Follow Your Redskins Online this Saturday on Baum's Page
Wrestling fans can follow the Redskins results of this weekend's tournaments online at Baumspage.com.
The High School can be followed at the Coldwater Cavalier Pool Tournament here. Other area teams competing include Coldwater, Van Wert and Wayne Trace.
Middle School Wrestlers will be competing in the Larry Norman Memorial MS – McPherson Tournament at Clyde High School. Fans can follow online here.
December 14, 2023
Redskins Move to 2-0 in WBL
The High School and Middle School Wrestling Teams both improved to 2-0 in dual meets on the season with wins over Ottawa Glandorf on Thursday night. The middle school Wrestlers won five of the seven contested matches and went on to win by a margin of 69-12. For complete MS results, click here.
After a nip and tuck match last week with Defiance, the high school grapplers turned in an impressive performance with a 69-0 shutout over the visiting Titans. Complete HS results are available here.
The MS and HS Wrestlers will both be back in action this Saturday. The MS will be in a tournament at Clyde HS while the HS Wrestlers will be competing at the Coldwater Invitational.
Varsity
Wapakoneta 69
Ottawa Glandorf 0
Middle School
Wapakoneta 69
Ottawa Glandorf 12
December 12, 2023
Redskins to Host Ottawa Glandorf in Dual
The High School and Middle School Wrestling Teams will both be back in action this Thursday, at home, against the OG Titans. Both the HS and MS currently have 1-0 dual meet records.
Thursday Dec 14
Home
MS 5:15pm
HS 7:00pm
December 9, 2023
Varsity Wrestlers Compete at Firebird Tournament
The Wapak high school team competed at the Kettering Fairmont tournament on Saturday. Thirteen teams competed in the tournament and the Redskins were able to finish in fourth place, with eight Redskins finishing in the top 4 of their weight class. Caden Mellott (120 pounds) and Wyatt Buell (175 pounds) finished the day as champions of their respective weight class, and Mellott earned tournament Outstanding Wrestler as voted on by coaches.
Other wrestlers were able to gain valuable experience as freshmen. Zane Russell (106) finished in third place, Carson Pummell (113) finished third, and Carter Counotte (120) finished 6th.
Click here for full results.
The Redskins will be back in action on Thursday at home versus Ottawa-Glandorf.
December 7, 2023
Wrestlers Sweep Bulldogs in Season Opener
The Wapak middle school and high school Wrestling Teams both kicked off their 23-24 campaign with victories, albeit in drastically different fashion. The large crowd composed of Redskin and Bulldog faithful, a large contingent of Wapak Kids Wrestlers, and other area Wrestlers, coaches, and fans were treated to an exciting night of action that was certainly worth the price of admission.
Starting the night off, the middle school grapplers jumped out to a 22-0 lead over Defiance and never looked back. The Redskins recorded 8 falls, 1 tech-tall, 1 major decision, and 2 decisions on their way to 63-10 victory. Click here for complete middle school results.
The high school wrestlers were able to pull out the victory in much more dramatic fashion. In an exciting back-and-forth match, the Redskins and Bulldogs finished the dual tied at 39, with each team taking 7 weight classes. Fortunately for the Redskins, two Bulldog forfeits, at 106 and 113, compared to only one for the Redskins, at 285, gave the home team the win on criteria. Click here for complete high school results.
The varsity Wrestlers will be back in action Saturday in the Firebird Classic at Kettering Fairmount.
December 4, 2023
Redskins set to Kick-off the 23-24 Season
After an entirely too long off-season, this week marks the return to the mat for the Wapakoneta Wrestling program. The high school and middle school Wrestlers open at home on Thursday December 7th against Defiance. The Bulldogs are always well coached and should provide for a very competitive match for the host Redskins. The high school will then turn around and head to Kettering Fairmount for the Firebird Classic on Saturday the 9th.
Wapak Kids Wrestling kicks off their 36th season this Sunday competing in a mini-tournament at Dayton Northmont. This year's squad has 92 boys and girls competing in the Miami Valley Kids Wrestling Association. A special Thank You to all of our volunteers that continue to make our program so successful.
