Perseverance

His selflessness is admirable.  Truly mean that.
 But the “opinions” that do matter can have some say over scholarship dollars. Certain opinions on this matter go far beyond this website.  And wrestling aside....knowing recruiting as I do, unless Evan is being courted as a potential heavyweight in college...it’s not a good look.  Most recruiters would ask why not just let his friend wrestle 220?
Having the opportunity to wrestle #2 in the country whose already signed a 100% for 5yrs is an UNREAL opportunity to bolster recruiting.  That’s the part that’s hard to understand.  It’s a match Evan don’t have to “win”, to kinda actually win.  Make sense?
 
But everyone’s journey is different, and personal convictions vary.  I pass no judgement.  And truly wish Evan the best on his personal path. 

I’ve avoided dialogue regarding Silas vs Bates all year.  For obvious reasons on one hand as Silas’ father, but also due to privileged information regarding weight changes, and the initial facilitation of this “should have been” match up. 
I could allow pride to take over and list countless examples of top 10 Nationally ranked young men from 182-220 that Silas has pinned or tech’d. Including some Bates was unfortunately on the losing end to.  And I say “unfortunately” GENUINELY.  Because despite how I know this match up would go.....we genuinely root for Evan on the National scene.  We want Evan to continue growing his skill-set, smash opposing nationally ranked wrestlers, and continue growing the reputation of our very underrated State’s wrestling rep.
 
That said.....I’ll only divulge this bit of information.  Silas trended down nearly 30lbs prior to BMI’s to make this match happen. We were told by reputable sources that Bates was going to stay at 195lbs and challenge himself.  We admired that attribute....and were more than willing to give him opportunity.  Regardless of Silas’ initial plan to wrestle a VERY comfortable 220lbs prior to leaving for Lincoln in June.  
The weight class jump wasn’t solidified until after the first of the year.  Now.....opinions are just that.....”opinions”. And everyone is entitled to their own.   But those closest to the initial facilitation of this match know the truth.  And that’s what matters most.
 
We appreciate the statewide support for Silas, and fully respect the opinions of those who support, and are fans of Evan. It’s great for the sport.  We wholeheartedly regret this match isn’t going to happen this year, but will very much look forward to a potential Fargo match-up. 
We wish Evan and the Chesterton team nothing but good health, and success moving forward.  And hope they collectively enjoy the ride in pursuit of their goals. -The Allred’s 
 
Plenty of other talented and driven 195 and 220lbs young men for Silas & Evan to focus on as we speak.

I’ve avoided dialogue regarding Silas vs Bates all year.  For obvious reasons on one hand as Silas’ father, but also due to privileged information regarding weight changes, and the initial facilitation of this “should have been” match up. 
I could allow pride to take over and list countless examples of top 10 Nationally ranked young men from 182-220 that Silas has pinned or tech’d. Including some Bates was unfortunately on the losing end to.  And I say “unfortunately” GENUINELY.  Because despite how I know this match up would go.....we genuinely root for Evan on the National scene.  We want Evan to continue growing his skill-set, smash opposing nationally ranked wrestlers, and continue growing the reputation of our very underrated State’s wrestling rep.
 
That said.....I’ll only divulge this bit of information.  Silas trended down nearly 30lbs prior to BMI’s to make this match happen. We were told by reputable sources that Bates was going to stay at 195lbs and challenge himself.  We admired that attribute....and were more than willing to give him opportunity.  Regardless of Silas’ initial plan to wrestle a VERY comfortable 220lbs prior to leaving for Lincoln in June.  
The weight class jump wasn’t solidified until after the first of the year.  Now.....opinions are just that.....”opinions”. And everyone is entitled to their own.   But those closest to the initial facilitation of this match know the truth.  And that’s what matters most.
 
We appreciate the statewide support for Silas, and fully respect the opinions of those who support, and are fans of Evan. It’s great for the sport.  We wholeheartedly regret this match isn’t going to happen this year, but will very much look forward to a potential Fargo match-up. 
We wish Evan and the Chesterton team nothing but good health, and success moving forward.  And hope they collectively enjoy the ride in pursuit of their goals. -The Allred’s 
 
Plenty of other talented and driven 195 and 220lbs young men for Silas & Evan to focus on as we speak.

I’ve avoided dialogue regarding Silas vs Bates all year.  For obvious reasons on one hand as Silas’ father, but also due to privileged information regarding weight changes, and the initial facilitation of this “should have been” match up. 
I could allow pride to take over and list countless examples of top 10 Nationally ranked young men from 182-220 that Silas has pinned or tech’d. Including some Bates was unfortunately on the losing end to.  And I say “unfortunately” GENUINELY.  Because despite how I know this match up would go.....we genuinely root for Evan on the National scene.  We want Evan to continue growing his skill-set, smash opposing nationally ranked wrestlers, and continue growing the reputation of our very underrated State’s wrestling rep.
 
That said.....I’ll only divulge this bit of information.  Silas trended down nearly 30lbs prior to BMI’s to make this match happen. We were told by reputable sources that Bates was going to stay at 195lbs and challenge himself.  We admired that attribute....and were more than willing to give him opportunity.  Regardless of Silas’ initial plan to wrestle a VERY comfortable 220lbs prior to leaving for Lincoln in June.  
The weight class jump wasn’t solidified until after the first of the year.  Now.....opinions are just that.....”opinions”. And everyone is entitled to their own.   But those closest to the initial facilitation of this match know the truth.  And that’s what matters most.
 
We appreciate the statewide support for Silas, and fully respect the opinions of those who support, and are fans of Evan. It’s great for the sport.  We wholeheartedly regret this match isn’t going to happen this year, but will very much look forward to a potential Fargo match-up. 
We wish Evan and the Chesterton team nothing but good health, and success moving forward.  And hope they collectively enjoy the ride in pursuit of their goals. -The Allred’s 
 
Plenty of other talented and driven 195 and 220lbs young men for Silas & Evan to focus on as we speak.

There's No doubt he's a great wrestler.

I’ve avoided dialogue regarding Silas vs Bates all year.  For obvious reasons on one hand as Silas’ father, but also due to privileged information regarding weight changes, and the initial facilitation of this “should have been” match up. 
I could allow pride to take over and list countless examples of top 10 Nationally ranked young men from 182-220 that Silas has pinned or tech’d. Including some Bates was unfortunately on the losing end to.  And I say “unfortunately” GENUINELY.  Because despite how I know this match up would go.....we genuinely root for Evan on the National scene.  We want Evan to continue growing his skill-set, smash opposing nationally ranked wrestlers, and continue growing the reputation of our very underrated State’s wrestling rep.
 
That said.....I’ll only divulge this bit of information.  Silas trended down nearly 30lbs prior to BMI’s to make this match happen. We were told by reputable sources that Bates was going to stay at 195lbs and challenge himself.  We admired that attribute....and were more than willing to give him opportunity.  Regardless of Silas’ initial plan to wrestle a VERY comfortable 220lbs prior to leaving for Lincoln in June.  
The weight class jump wasn’t solidified until after the first of the year.  Now.....opinions are just that.....”opinions”. And everyone is entitled to their own.   But those closest to the initial facilitation of this match know the truth.  And that’s what matters most.
 
We appreciate the statewide support for Silas, and fully respect the opinions of those who support, and are fans of Evan. It’s great for the sport.  We wholeheartedly regret this match isn’t going to happen this year, but will very much look forward to a potential Fargo match-up. 
We wish Evan and the Chesterton team nothing but good health, and success moving forward.  And hope they collectively enjoy the ride in pursuit of their goals. -The Allred’s 
 
Plenty of other talented and driven 195 and 220lbs young men for Silas & Evan to focus on as we speak.

You win. We obviously are not on the same page, no sense in arguing over something we will never find out. Bates is good. Even better at freestyle imho

I'm not bashing on the kid or nothing I just think Silas would beat him handily..Too strong,fast, phyisical and technical for Bates.. He's representing team USA for a reason and 1 of the best big men the states ever seen..Bates will more than likely win state at 220 but will have a few tough match ups there.

Silas is also better since he got hurt as Bates def wrestled 195 this year before Silas went down to 195..Bates is a great wrestler no doubt about that.. We could've found out if Bates could hang had he not went up to 220 once silas made 195...Bates wrestled at least 15x matches at 95 from his track account. 

Thought I forgot someone, it’d be Mendez, Silas, Seltzer, then Bates as my locks. 

Ahead of Silas?

Whoever buys one of my peanut butter jelly sammies. Undefeated last year under the lights! 

I think that Silas, Jesse, and Zeke are the only ones we can legit call 'locks'.
 
Viduya has to face Ellis, and Coleman has to get out of semi-state first.

Who besides Silas and Mendez do you guys think are almost a lock for the State Title? Or who are you guys most confident in getting the job done?

Seltzer, Mendez, and Alred are the only locks this year

He was 195 until Silas dropped then he went up to 220..Silas would've handled him imho

220 will be the most exciting weight class top to bottom. Alot of experience and athletic talent there. 120 will be entertaining as well, with 3 guys who have the potential to win on any given day. 132, 145, 152, 160, and 170 all have interesting semi final and final matchups that could go a lot of different ways. And of course, I feel confident Silas pins the field at 195. 

You're exactly right about 220! Some lesser known Brutes that all can scrap!  138 Walsh of Ktown is a sleeper and 2x SSQ that lost in ticket round last year to stud Wilkerson 6-3.. good athlete that could be a tough test for guys trying get to The Bank...@195 undefeated Krummen who could be a placer has a a very tall order vs the Reigning, defending Undefeated undisputed 195 Pound State Champion! Imho Silas pins the field...120 Could have a solid finals if the seeds play out that way with 36-1 #19 Freshman Thrine vs a Very tough 31-5 Scneider of the Undefeated undeerrated East Central Trojans!  
170 We have #15 Ragle wth a potential rematch vs NCSS RANKED Malson whos having a solid season himself at 35-4..Ragle won 8-2 their first match.. be 1 to keep an eye on if they both advance to finals!

In a Regional that traditionally lacks depth in regards to numbers of highly ranked wrestlers.....there is always a handful of young men that represent on the big stage.  I think it’s fair to say that despite numbers, this Regional is consistently a “sleeper” regarding man for man talent.  However....this particular comment of mine has nothing to do with Silas, former elites like Parris......or even current studs like Bryer Hall & Gabe Phillips.
 
I’m most intrigued about the 220lbs class. Not just this weekend, but moving forward.  I’ve not seen 2-4th place of the opposing Sectional enough to adequately dissect them fairly.  However, Champ Evan Schaffer, and 1-4 of Tri Sectional I can.  Cullen Browning was the only 220lbs wrestler who fished the season in the rankings.  He subsequently finished 3rd.  Losing to a very inexperienced, but very strong, athletic, and just green enough to “rather throw you than know” at unsuspecting times....Jack Taylor of New Castle.  Blaine Pierce of Richmond (Spartan Champ), spent some time in the rankings and is fairly well rounded with a lot of grit.  His leg attacks could prove tough for larger, less agile 220’s.  And finally Schaffer of Connersville, probably being the physically strongest and most athletic of all the competitors in this class at Richmond. Tall, lean, very heavy hips and strong as an ox.
 
Case and point....these young men are legitimate sleepers outside the rankings, that can create problems in first round and ticket round match-ups at semi state.  I’m not going to make any bold predictions, other than opposing regionals better strap their boots on when facing 1-4 from Richmond at 220.  It would not at all shock me to see 2 of these young men punch a ticket, depending on their draw. 

Per the sectional brackets there are 49 undefeated wrestlers
 
Name Team Weight Class Grade Wins Losses Lowery, Bryce Roncalli 106 9 20 0 Hale, Bryson Centerville 106 9 18 0 Chavez, Xavier Mishawaka 106 9 5 0 Wolf, Blake East Central 113 9 38 0 Anthony, Elijah Frankfort 113 10 31 0 Cottey, Alex Perry Meridian 113 11 27 0 Seltzer, Zeke Indianapolis Cathedral 120 10 29 0 Bertsch, Landon Bluffton 126 10 33 0 Dedman, Harper Oak Hill 126 11 32 0 Toole, Camren Lebanon 126 12 31 0 Stroud, Dylan Manchester 126 10 29 0 Dalton, Ben Monrovia 126 11 26 0 Ezman, AJ North Putnam 126 12 3 0 Devaney, Dave Faith Christian 132 12 29 0 Wilson, Andrew Indianapolis Cathedral 132 11 1 0 Sotero, Josue Fort Wayne Wayne 138 12 19 0 Watson, Keandre Columbus North 138 12 14 0 Ellis, Brock Chesterton 145 11 36 0 Poindexter, AJ Harrison (West Lafayette) 145 12 32 0 Viduya, Alec Roncalli 145 12 28 0 Phillips, Gabe Centerville 145 11 16 0 Vredeveld, Tyler Centerville 152 12 36 0 Fulks, Jordan Boonville 152 11 34 0 Coleman, Brice Warren Central 152 12 32 0 Hall, Bryer East Central 152 11 31 0 Mason, Ethan Tri-central 152 12 29 0 Boe, Logan Danville Community 152 12 29 0 Levitz, Isiah Prairie Heights 160 12 30 0 Morrisett, Tytus Eastern (Greentown) 160 12 29 0 Parrish, Joe Homestead 170 12 33 0 Calhoun, Graham Plymouth 170 12 32 0 Carrington, Brach Greencastle 170 11 31 0 Urbain, Matt North Knox 170 12 13 0 Winner, Mason Jay County 182 12 32 0 Walker, Joseph Mishawaka 182 12 21 0 Wolfe, Wes Corydon Central 182 10 2 0 Saylor, Jacob New Haven 182 11 1 0 Krummen, Kyle East Central 195 12 33 0 LaPlace, Jacob Mishawaka 195 12 32 0 Hargan, Jack Attica 195 12 32 0 Pack, Eli Culver Academies 195 11 25 0 Allred, Silas Shenandoah 195 12 25 0 Webster, Drew North Montgomery 220 12 31 0 Durben, Fred Oak Hill 220 12 27 0 Wicker, Reese Churubusco 220 12 26 0 Gray, Cale Norwell 220 12 23 0 Keys, Dorian Brownsburg 285 12 32 0 Swallow, Logan Monroe Central 285 12 25 0 Stewart, Race Bloomington North 285 11 24 0

By JEREMY HINES
Thehines7@gmail.com
 
Last year, when J.D. Farrell was a junior at Fishers High School, he saw that a German foreign exchange student was struggling understanding her math assignments and he knew he had to help her.
 
“She was struggling with translating her math work and I helped her,” Farrell said. “She didn’t have many friends and I wanted to be there for her to help with that as well.”
 
That’s what Farrell does. He helps others. He helps his teammates in wrestling understand how to do certain moves. He helps them know what it takes to be successful on the mat.
 
He also takes a certified nursing assistant (CNA) class and frequently goes to nursing homes to help the elderly. One day he plans to go into the medical field.
 
“I see people that maybe are struggling, or are less fortunate, and I want to help them any way I can,” Farrell said. “In the wrestling room I don’t just want to improve myself, I want to make everyone better. Outside of wrestling I see others struggle and I feel I’m called to help them. My heart pulls me toward them. God put those people in my life for a reason.”
 
As nice, polite and helpful as Farrell is off the mat – don’t expect mercy from him on it. He is currently 29-1 this season and ranked No. 4 at 195 pounds. His lone loss came at the hands of returning state champion Silas Allred. Last season he qualified for the state tourney but lost a hard-fought match in the opening session and didn’t place.
 
“I use my length to my advantage,” Farrell said. “I’m very offensive with my attacks. I look at my opponent’s attacks and plan to not give up anything to them. My goal is to not give anything to my opponent or ever let the ref decide the outcome of a close match.”
 
Allred, the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the class, feeds through the same New Castle semistate as Farrell. Before the season Farrell had the choice of going up a weight to avoid Silas, but that’s not what he wanted to do.
 
“I see Silas as an opportunity,” Farrell said. “If I see him in semistate, I wouldn’t have to face him early in the state tournament. He is very technical and a great wrestler. When I wrestled him earlier this season, I was not satisfied with how I did. I got to know him pretty well at CIA and he’s a great guy.”
 
Farrell is a third-generation wrestler. His grandfather wrestled and loved the sport. His dad, Brent finished second in the state during his high school career and his uncle, Brad, was a fifth-place finisher.
 
“Wrestling is in my family,” Farrell said. “My grandpa liked wrestling a lot and then my uncle and dad started and they saw a lot of success. My brother, Crew Farrell, is in middle school and he’s kicking butt right now.”
 
Fishers’ coach Frank Ingalls sees Farrell wrestling under the lights in the state finals.
 
“I’m expecting him to make it to the championship match,” Ingalls said. “He’s 29-1 right now with something like 22 falls. When we need him to bump up to 220, he still gets the job done and usually gets us six point.
 
“J.D. is a good Christian kid. He’s good in school. He’s a good leader. He does everything you ask him to do and he works hard in the offseason as well.”
 
During the offseason Farrell wrestled in many big tournaments, but he didn’t go to the Super 32. Instead, he hopped on a plane and traveled to Germany. As it turns out, Farrell finally got the nerve to ask that girl who was struggling with her math homework to be his girlfriend. He asked her toward the end of her stay in America, and she said yes.
 
“The long-distance relationship is tough,” Farrell said. “But I was glad I missed the Super 32 to go see her. It gave me the break I needed in wrestling, because I had been pushing so hard. When I came back I was ready to get back at it.”
 
Now, like so many other high school athletes, Farrell has his goal set at making it to the state finals.
 
“I have gone to the finals with my dad for as long as I can remember, and now I want to close my high school career out by wrestling there myself,” he said.


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I don’t fault your sentiments one bit.  Admittedly....IU & Purdue were 2 of his last 5 choices for a reason.  Coach Todd’s subsequent departure to Missouri from Purdue played a big part of ruling themselves out so to speak. We think a great deal of Coach Ersland, and are truly excited to see his plan beginning to come together.  Silas has a great relationship with multiple Purdue wrestlers, and wrestled with them semi-regularly during the national season.
And full transparency.......our hardest conversation was with Coach Escobedo.  Wrestling aside.....he’s just a tremendous human.  His vision, work ethic and spiritual convictions are going to undoubtedly raise the bar in Bloomington. He and I still talk occasionally as friends & brothers in faith, and Silas will always remain a part of the growth of Indiana Wrestling.  Even if intermittently throughout his college, international and probable MMA career through their RTC’s. 
 
Ultimately.....Lincoln was the perfect fit for Silas. Coach Manning embodies all the attributes we collectively sought in a Head Coach.  Their resume’s for AA’s speak for itself, and of course the international experience in their RTC is phenomenal. They seem to be only a couple pieces away from a legit opportunity at Team National Champions.  I’m confident Silas’ relentless drive and coachable demeanor will be an integral part of that goal. He will have tremendous partners in Schultz & Venz beginning this summer.  Former Husker Hammer TJ Dudley will also be huge in Silas’ continued growth on the mat.  Zero regrets in the decision my friend.  And let’s face it....100% for 5yrs speaks volumes for their commitment to him as well. 🙂

I don’t fault your sentiments one bit.  Admittedly....IU & Purdue were 2 of his last 5 choices for a reason.  Coach Todd’s subsequent departure to Missouri from Purdue played a big part of ruling themselves out so to speak. We think a great deal of Coach Ersland, and are truly excited to see his plan beginning to come together.  Silas has a great relationship with multiple Purdue wrestlers, and wrestled with them semi-regularly during the national season.
And full transparency.......our hardest conversation was with Coach Escobedo.  Wrestling aside.....he’s just a tremendous human.  His vision, work ethic and spiritual convictions are going to undoubtedly raise the bar in Bloomington. He and I still talk occasionally as friends & brothers in faith, and Silas will always remain a part of the growth of Indiana Wrestling.  Even if intermittently throughout his college, international and probable MMA career through their RTC’s. 
 
Ultimately.....Lincoln was the perfect fit for Silas. Coach Manning embodies all the attributes we collectively sought in a Head Coach.  Their resume’s for AA’s speak for itself, and of course the international experience in their RTC is phenomenal. They seem to be only a couple pieces away from a legit opportunity at Team National Champions.  I’m confident Silas’ relentless drive and coachable demeanor will be an integral part of that goal. He will have tremendous partners in Schultz & Venz beginning this summer.  Former Husker Hammer TJ Dudley will also be huge in Silas’ continued growth on the mat.  Zero regrets in the decision my friend.  And let’s face it....100% for 5yrs speaks volumes for their commitment to him as well. 🙂

What’s so ironic about you asking that.....is that I asked the tourney director the same thing! Lol 
 
He also chuckled, but specified it’s strictly dual format.  Unfortunately of course.  Would’ve loved for Silas to get an opportunity at both Garcia & Stout in the same weekend! That said.....Garcia is a match we’ve wanted for over a year.  It’ll be a great challenge.  Big strong bruiser who likes physicality.  He’s playing football for Michigan as well.  We feel Silas will be a tough match-up for him though.  Silas’ ability to handfight well by high school standards, coupled with his variation of no tie offense, creates tough preparation for competitors.  Really looking forward to the challenge.
 
But that said......he’ll stay zoned in for the time being, treating every match of State Series equally.  Nobody will be overlooked, or taken lightly. 

Silas Allred has been chosen to represent the Team USA All-Stars at the “Rose Bowl of Wrestling”.....The Pittsburgh Classic.  An all senior event for 50+ years, Silas will represent the 195lbs weight class. The event will take place March 14th, at Fitzgerald Fieldhouse on the University of Pittsburgh campus.  The dual meet will not have the 106-113-or heavyweight division.  Rather....it will be 120-220, and have 2 matches at 138 & 195.  Silas (#2 via Flo) will be squaring off against PA State Champ and Michigan commit Gage Garcia #3.
Tremendous honor for Silas to be selected and represent Shenandoah High School, CIA Wrestling, Indiana Wrestling, as well as his future Nebraska Cornhuskers at this prestigious event.
 
Other notable participants and match-ups.....
 
Serrano USA132 (Nebraska Commit)
138lbs.....1-4 in the country.
182lbs Poznanski NJ (Rutgers) vs Neijhous (Purdue).
195 Christensen (Iowa commit) vs Stout (Princeton)
220lbs Braxton Amos USA (Wisconsin)
 
I’ve been told complete lineups will be available online soon.  These are simply what I remember through phone conversation. Tickets are now available, and the event will be broadcasted on Flo.