Jimtown 138

Not quite a major, 7-1 which is still a substantial gap to close. But he did manage to avenge an early 7-5 loss to Pletcher with two dominating wins so it’s definitely possible. 

I watched Travis coaching Saurday night on my TV, that was cool. Too bad it was against Tech...

Just wanted to show some love to Micic for his BIG title.
Hope he keeps it going in a couple weeks!

It's worse...

It was a great state showing for Jimtown. We're very proud!

There was funk before 2011...

After hearing his after match interview, he seems like a great guy. He has a style that will be well suited for the college ranks.

I was trying to be sarcastic...
Some wrestlers do get hot when things get serious...

If we had wrestle backs, these guys would have never made it this far! SMH

Dear 138 pound weight class at state finals,
 
Congrats to all of you, lots of fierce competitors, and you should all be proud! Wrestling is the ultimate teacher of life lessons, so learn what you can from your experience!
 
Kris Rumph
You are a great wrestler and competitor and your interview showed some great character.  You have overcome a lot in life and I hope you understand that your wrestling achievements can transfer to anything you chose to pursue in life.  The Melloh family will look forward to seeing good things for you in the future, and will say a special prayer for Kris Rumph today at church.  Looking forward to rooting for you, not against you!  
Blake Mulkey
You are an awesome wrestler. Blake, you have a great wrestling future,  and we wish you the best.  Sometimes things don’t go your way, it will make you stronger if you let it.
Dawson Combest
We wish you the best at Uindy.  It truly seems like yesterday that you and Zach were battling it out for ISWA state finals.  I miss those days already.  Uindy is getting a good one and we know you will do great in wrestling and school.  Count your blessings son, you have an awesome support group with Columbus East wrestling family!  That’s a good group!  I will always hold Coach Trapp in high regard..... I saw how much he did for you guys with the youth program. What a great guy and mentor!
Lastly, to my son, Zach Melloh
With tears of pride, I want to tell you that I love you and I am so proud of you.  My sadness only comes from knowing this chapter is over.  I didn’t appreciate the ride like I should have while I was living it.......through wrestling, you have helped us grow as a family and expand our faith.  So few people know what you have been through to get to where you were yesterday. But God does and your family does, and we are proud to call you our son and your siblings are proud of their brother.  Part of trying to live a Christ centered life means that sometimes the target on your back gets bigger.  It’s ok, keep fighting the good fight.  Keep grinding and doing the right things in life.  With a heart full of pride for the young man you have become, looking forward to the next chapter. 
 
Your biggest fan club,
Dad, Mom, Corinne, Alex, and Cecelia
(Nick Melloh)

As the finals have concluded, I'd like to thank all the wrestlers that participated this year and entertained us fans. Congratulations to this years Champs. Also want to thank the guys doing this site. Your rankings and info is top notch. To the Seniors, I wish you the best in your next journey. Hell of a season gents. 

It was a great state showing for Jimtown. We're very proud!

It was a great state showing for Jimtown. We're very proud!

You’re gonna be hard-pressed to find three kids who are all as awesome on the mat, awesome in the classroom, and awesome in character. Very proud of these three, have loved watching them all the last few years.
I know both of the Gimsons are unsatisfied with their placement, but that’ll just fuel them for next year. In the mean time, let’s bring Jimtown its third state champion tonight, Hunter!

Maybe I’m in the minority here, but I too call stalling in that situation. Over 20 seconds of holding a front headlock just riding out a one point lead is stalling, no matter what stage you’re on. 

Snyder got tossed.  I think his actions were mild

Mat 1
Nice slide by by Wagner, still trails 8-4, runs out of time. 8-6 win for Boe
Mat 2
Watts back on offense, leading 6-3. Watts in a rhythm . Walendzak on bottom, Watts continuing to punish with a tough ride. No answer thus far from LW. Winner gets Sammy Fair in the finals. Watts just too dominant on top. Very impressive performance, back to the finals for Watts. 6-3 final
 

It's worse...

I just wanted to recognize a great wrestler with great sportsmanship. Jed Levitz from Prairie Heights. He fell short of going back to state for a 3rd time. After his lost he was a class act, handling it like a true champion,shaking hands and congratulating the other wrestler 2 times. A great example of what wrestling and a great coaching staff has taught this young man. Congratulations on a awesome high school wrestling career.  

Karma’s a bitch...

Karma’s a bitch...

Karma’s a bitch...

Rutter lost at regionals, and the wrestler he lost to was pinned by the third place out of Goshen... is it really “clear” he should be state bound?

Gimson over Rutter 3-1 in OT. 

Shoddy workmanship at the Ford Center... It looks like it's about to fall over!