Lorain Wrestler of the Week nets 8-0 run at Perry Pin City
Sophomore 106 pound wrestler from Lorain went 8-0 to win his weight class at the Perry Pin City Invitational. He scored three pins and three technical falls to claim the championship.
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 2024
Page
12
Sophomore 106 pound wrestler from Lorain went 8-0 to win his weight class at the Perry Pin City Invitational. He scored three pins and three technical falls to claim the championship.
The list showcases top local wrestlers across weight classes from Elyria, Lorain, Vermilion, Vermilion, Columbia, North Ridgeville, St. Edward, St. Edward Avon, Midview, Black River, Black River and Grafton. Notables include Otero at 106 with 27-2 and Garcia at 190 with 13-1, alongside multiple seniors and rising stars from area schools. The roster emphasizes in season records and program depth through varied weight classes from 100 to 235 pounds.
Garcia, a senior at Elyria Catholic, rejoined wrestling after stints in football and baseball. He debuted with a 6 0 record at the Titan Classic and won the 190 pound title, while balancing academics, workouts, and a job. He aims to place at state and leave his final season on the mat.
Avon led by Alex Downing with two top three finishes at the Northeast Ohio Classic held at McKinley High School. Downing placed second in the 100 back and third in the 100 fly as Avon totaled 127 points to finish fifth among 49 teams.
McCray celebrated her birthday and was named Horizon League Freshman of the Week. She notched 10 rebounds against Illinois and 17 points with eight rebounds versus Kentucky State, first 10-rebound Illinois game this season, as she helped Marshall amid injuries. Grant Dae Dae Grant remains a top Atlantic 10 scorer with 18.3 ppg and 40 plus threes, while Lorain standouts continue to excel at college levels.
Lake Erie guard Walsh Jonny Manning leads the Storm with 15.6 ppg and 7.7 rpg while adding blocks and assists for a busy season. Ed Wright tops MidAmerica Nazarene scorers at 15.2 ppg with key 34 point opener. Freshman Ryan Walsh shines at Nova Southeastern with 7.3 ppg and 22-point high against Keiser. Several others from Elyria and nearby districts contribute across NCAA divisions, including Jalen Gibbs at Fairmont State and Emily Rapacz at Ave Maria.
Avon Lake jumped to a 4 0 lead in the first period with goals from Kooper Nilson Nate Leprovost and Connor Benz as wind exposed the rink. Nilson completed a hat trick by scoring the third period opening face off goal and sealing the win.
Avon Lake centered Koeper Nilson was named hockey player of the week after two wins 9-2 over Lakewood and 4-1 over Toledo Whitmer. North Olmsted and Avon Lake faced a short bench with nine and four skaters unused. coach comments stressed team depth and the Baron Cup aim.
Avon Lake defeats North Olmsted 7 to 1 with strong offense led by Nilson and Leprovost. Avon Lake outshot 38 to 11 and goalie Shoop made 12 saves while Graf stopped 31 of 38 shots.
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