Grace Noel (Columbus) defeated Elaina Wolff (Topeka-Hayden), 104. Santa Fe Trail finished fourth in 4-1A. Coach Porschs philosophy has always been to prioritize character development above wrestling success. Kaydawn Haag (Ellis) defeated Lindsay Witt (Wellsville), 225. Jadyn Thompson (Pratt) defeated Reese Clements (Chanute). Emily Lovett (Hoisington) defeated Hanna Bailey (Girard), 213. But his accomplishments on the mat only scratch the surface of what makes Derek such an exceptional athlete and person. Contact Information: Mike McKenna, General Manager - 785-243-1414 /mike@ncktoday.com, "T-Bird Talk" Live at Easy G Sports Grill in Concordia Thursday at 5:25 pm on 1390 KNCK & 98.3 FM -- LISTEN LIVE. Kadynce Axelson (Chanute) defeated Amethyst Hale (McPherson), 252. Leaving it all on the mats: Burlington's Doug Vander Linden posthumously honored with KSHSAA Hall of Fame induction for contributions to sport he fully embraced, Clash of Titans: Olathe East's Carroll turns tables on Garden City's Lopez in epic heavyweight rematch | Class 6A champions boys wrestling recap, Thrice as nice: Smith Center trio of Franklin, Wilkinson and Montgomery capture state titles in thrilling fashion / Class 3-2-1A wrestling champions recap, Team for the ages: Hoxie crowns six champs to cap historic tournament showing, earn 3-peat in 3-2-1A, 2023 Kansas State High School Activities Association. Sadie Walker (Holton) defeated Jailyn Rodriguez (Columbus), 304. Belden concludes the season at 26-7. Get the most important Wrestling stories delivered straight to your inbox. Derek sees the sport not just as a competition but as an opportunity to learn and grow. Kammie Schanz (Mulvane) defeated Hailey Horton (Silver Lake), 228. Teammates like Drew Bell, Drew Bretz, Carson Ochs, Dayton Bell, Sam Watkins, and others were there to help him continually improve. 126 Younger, Ellis, pinned Coble, West Elk, 2:42; Shepard, Hoxie, dec. Redetzke, Hoisington, 5-3. Macey Gross (Holton) defeated Taytum Reed (Lindsborg-Smoky Valley), 127. Cadence Williamson (Leon-Bluestem) defeated Layla Tindle (Fredonia), 124. Over the next few years, he spent thousands of hours working out at the Next Level Training Academy in the off-season, coached by another Hoxie four-time state champion, Matt Gilliland, and another of Hoxies elite wrestlers, Tristan Porsch. State individuals champions on the boys side included: Caleb Hutchinson wins 6A 106, Manhattan. Will knows, he and I dont always agree, (most of the time but not all of the time) that said, we have learned to practice this thing called adult behavior. In the championship semifinals Friday night, Tyler dropped a tight 5-4 decision to Winfield Sophomore Owen Suttles. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Indians lead the team standings WebFour area wrestlers would take home medals, with three taking home state championships in their weight division. Let us know at producers@ksnt.com! Sierra Lanning (Ellsworth) defeated Lena Aguilar (Chanute), 280. Since 1973 there have been four state tournaments. Layla Tindle (Fredonia) defeated Caxton Smyth (Plainville), 256. Isabell Ortiz (Lakin) defeated Amethyst Hale (McPherson), 116. Zoe Brown (Plainville) defeated Delilah Wright (Coffeyville-Field Kindley), 268. Tyler closes out his senior campaign with a 37-5 record. Since his 220-pound championship match as a freshman in 2021, Hopke has yet to wrestle a full six-minute match at state, with this years total time besting last seasons 3:52. He then lost by a first period fall to Topeka-Hayden Sophomore Hunter Diederich in the consolation first round. I think Kansas should now have 2 classes 6-5A, 4-321A. Caxton Smyth (Plainville) defeated Kiana Grandclair (Hoisington), 206. Dereks success as a wrestler is also due in no small part to the support he received from his coaches, teammates, his family, and the many others from around the state that have encouraged him and helped him along the way. Nice post Mike. Leighanna Patz (McLouth) defeated Jill High (Augusta), 132. Varsity Kansas Four-time state wrestling champions February 25, 2015 3:17 PM Andover Central's Zac Gentzler won his fourth state title in 2013. Allie Pippitt (Burden-Central) defeated Luna Vazquez (Lakin), 102. 144 Gardner, Wichita County, maj. dec. Wilson, St. Marys, 9-1; Wilkinson, Smith Center, dec. Mader, 5-4. It is easy to hide behind a sceen name but when he gets called out he is gone. If you want to criticize me, then do so here or privately, but I promise I will not hide behind my screen name. Lindsay Witt (Wellsville) defeated Morgan Gunter (St. John-Hudson), 165. 157 Ord, Chaparral, dec. Kraft, Hoisington; Johnson, Hoxie, pinned Willett, Rossville, 2:59. 5A State Wrestling Highlights Kansas. He finished his high school career with state titles at 132, 145, 160 and 157 pounds and a remarkable overall record of 164-4; three of the four losses coming in his freshman season. Vines finishes out his senior season at 41-7. Not to say these wrestlers didn't beat all those they had to but that we have too many classifications. From 1930 to 1965 Kansas wrestling only had one state tournament and zero four time state champions. His coach, Mike Porsch, is more concerned about helping his wrestlers become good people than he is about them becoming good wrestlers. Brooklyn Lima (Columbus) defeated Makaylae Rusk (Fort Scott), 303. Maliyah Lopez (Burlingame) defeated Elle Vinson (El Dorado), 291. Tally Wikum (Hoisington) defeated Kaitlyn Hain (Wellington), 266. 254. Breanna Ross (Erie) defeated Piper Robinson (Holton), 295. Andale scored 163 team points 16.5 more than the pre-tournament favorite Rose Hill, to win the Class 4A team state championship for the fifth time in program In 1971 and 1972 we went to three state tournament format and Doug Duell won his first of four state tournaments in 1972. Murdock lost his first-round match to Ottawa Sophomore Seth Ferguson by a 6-2 decision, and then in a 5-1 decision to El Dorado Senior Collin Scott. Averie Burns (Wellington) defeated Tayler Ericson (Osage City), 187. PJW Jr High Championship. WebFour-time state wrestling champions. Kylee Slyter (Paola) defeated Daisy Herrman (Pratt), 117. He wanted to learn something from each match that would help him get better and improve in his next match. I don't really know what the jist of this might be. Kadynce Axelson (Chanute) defeated Madison Adkins (Santa Fe Trail), 202. Jadyn Thompson (Pratt) defeated Sophie Lloyd (Columbus), 122. M.J. Huff (Burlington) defeated Madison Daniels (Tonganoxie), 105. I'm sure Will knew my statement was tongue in cheek. WebHistory of Kansas High School Wrestling from 1930-present. 132 lbs. 4A boys brackets are available on Trackwrestling here. Layla Tindle (Fredonia) defeated Macey Gross (Holton), 207. Vines closed out the first day of the state tournament on Friday by losing to Independence Junior Kohen Wright by a 5-2 decision. Seniors DJ Gillett at 138 pounds and Daschle Lamer at 170 are the top seeds in their weight class.. Former Raiders standout Hayden Walters, who moved to Miles Wash, Derby, 12-3, 285 Sebastian Lopez, Garden City pinned Clayton Frehn, Manhattan, 2:00; Brett Carroll, Olathe East pinned Matt Godsey, Wichita South, 1:27, 106 Braydon Pacheco, Garden City (42-6) vs. Caeleb Hutchinson, Manhattan (39-3), 113 Easton Broxterman, Washburn Rural (48-3) vs. Ezekiel Witt, Junction City, 37-2), 120 Aiden Stuart, Olathe East (30-9) vs. Landen Kocher-Munoz, Washburn Rural (36-5), 126 Braden Tatum, Derby (34-2) vs. Dillon Cooper, Mill Valley (47-3), 132 Eddie Hughart, Mill Valley (32-6) vs. Jameal Agnew, Manhattan (38-9), 138 Patrick Foxworth, Junction City (40-2) vs. Cael Alderman, Olathe North (52-7), 144 Troy Allen, Derby (8-1) vs. Eric Streeter, Lawrence Free State (26-1), 150 Tate Rusher, Derby (33-8) vs. Collin McAlister, Mill Valley (42-6), 157 Alec Samuelson, Olathe North (44-4) vs. Knowlyn Egan, Derby (40-9), 165 Colin Kleysteuber, Garden City (36-11) vs. Jacob Vasquez, Olathe North (28-4), 175 Denton Dobbins, Blue Valley (38-11) vs. Luke Barker, Dodge City (44-0), 190 Trystian Juarez, Liberal (41-2) vs. Alan Chairez, Garden City (33-8), 215 Lucas Conover, Olathe Northwest (37-9) vs. Matthew Marcum, Lawrence Free State (47-0), 285 Sebastian Lopez, Garden City (37-3) vs. Brett Carroll, Olathe East (48-1). Marissa Murray (Norwich) defeated Madison Newton (Cimarron), 167. I don't think that is the important thing. Only 3 out 4A. owynn Reynard (Burlington) defeated Payton Burton (Leon-Bluestem), 251. Atavia Cain (Oakley) defeated Brylie Schaub (Fort Scott), 181. To watch live or archived matches from this event and unlock access to FloWrestling's massive live event and content offering, subscribe right here. His focus is not just on winning, but on improving every day and becoming the best wrestler he can be. Having only 32 teams in your classification definitely waters it down. Daijah Jones (Hoisington) defeated Gracie Gallagher (Holton), 300. 9:00 am - Wrestling begins with consolations and will conclude with championship finals. Payton Burton (Leon-Bluestem) defeated Taylor Lux (Tonganoxie), 200. Skylee Dodd (Eureka) defeated Kilee Waters (Santa Fe Trail), 226. Only two of the twenty-two went on to achieve NCAA All American status. WebCareer Record: 4x State Champion 1986-89 Win/Loss: 177-0 UNDEFEATED 4-5-6 TIMES STATE HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPIONS Winners listed alphabetically by state and by last Payton Burton (Leon-Bluestem) defeated Rhiannon Cacavio (Goodland), 112. But Dereks success as a wrestler is not just due to his talent and support system. Rian Rodriguez (Holcomb) defeated Lydia Peterson (Lindsborg-Smoky Valley), 229. Web4: Nickerson Hs : 41.0: 4: Pratt Hs : 41.0: 6: Abilene Hs : 38.0: 7: Lakin Hs : 35.0: 8: Leavenworth Hs : 34.0: 9: Osawatomie Hs : 32.0: 10: Altamont-Labette County Hs : 30.0: To find out more results and finishes, click here (4-1A). Hanson, appearing in his first career state tournament, captured a third period fall over Louisburg Sophomore Ashton Moore in his first round contest on Friday. Kansas Kids Folkstyle Championships . I don't agree with everything Cokeley says, but I support his right to say it and admire his admitting who he is. Lena Aguilar (Chanute) defeated Hannah Simmers (Effingham-ACCHS), 230. If you remember when he first started this crap it was, our state sucks in comparison to other states. Tyelor Rozell (Douglass) defeated Sophie Lloyd (Columbus), 209. 165 Withington, Rawlins County, dec. Lee, Atchison County, 6-1; Bretz, Hoxie, maj. dec., over Kook, West Elk, 12-4. Gabby Rusk (Fort Scott) defeated Lainey Farley (Wellsville), 217. Jewella Cokeley (Douglass) defeated Rian Rodriguez (Holcomb), 162. Gabby Rusk (Fort Scott) defeated Maleah Vine (Ellis), 267. Makaylae Rusk (Fort Scott) defeated Laikyn Turner (Eureka), 221. Citori Bosserman (Oakley) defeated Taylor Lux (Tonganoxie), 107. Derek is not only a fierce competitor but also a team leader who is always willing to help his teammates. Derek Johnson is a name that will go down in the annals of Kansas high school wrestling history as one of the best in a Individual and team results are posted below: 1st Place Match - Caden Gallet (OP-St. Thomas Aquinas) 28-9 won by decision over Talon Verbeck (Maize) 27-8 (Dec 6-5), 1st Place Match - Lucas Kaufman (Newton) 36-6 won by major decision over Jase Adam (Salina Central ) 33-11 (MD 11-0), 1st Place Match - Nick Treaster (Newton) 36-1 won by decision over Levi Glover (Goddard) 18-7 (Dec 8-2), 1st Place Match - AB Stokes (Newton) 37-4 won by fall over Kaiden Hoffman (Great Bend) 27-16 (Fall 0:45), 1st Place Match - Harley Zimmerman (Hays) 35-2 won in sudden victory - 1 over Kaden Allen (OP-St. Thomas Aquinas) 30-9 (SV-1 6-4), 1st Place Match - Adam Maki (Andover) 51-1 won by decision over Nakaylen Shabazz (Maize) 45-8 (Dec 9-6), 1st Place Match - Jacob Goodwin (Goddard) 36-6 won by major decision over Dawson Hogan (Salina Central ) 32-15 (MD 10-0), 1st Place Match - Xerarch Tungjaroenkul (Emporia) 38-0 won by decision over Clayton Bowers (Maize) 34-7 (Dec 3-1), 1st Place Match - Cole Cronk (OP-BV Southwest) 27-0 won by decision over Zachary Wessley (Goddard) 34-7 (Dec 7-4), 1st Place Match - Dylan Elmore (OP-St. Thomas Aquinas) 42-1 won by major decision over Jayden Ford (Maize) 35-7 (MD 13-5), 1st Place Match - Connor Padgett (Maize) 48-3 won by major decision over Tyler Henson (Lansing) 44-5 (MD 11-3), 1st Place Match - Sean Carroll (OP-St. Thomas Aquinas) 38-2 won by decision over Nathan Fury (Wichita-Kapaun Mount Carmel) 46-2 (Dec 3-2), 1st Place Match - Ayden Flores (Maize) 22-2 won by fall over Pierce Cunningham (OP-St. Thomas Aquinas) 31-11 (Fall 1:21), 1st Place Match - Jaxson Thomas (Topeka-Seaman) 46-5 won by fall over Torin Forsyth (OP-BV Southwest) 43-2 (Fall 3:41). 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