The Lancers competed at the regional tournament on Saturday at Omro High School The team battled hard against their opponents. Throughout the season, the Lancers had dedicated countless hours to practice, honing their techniques and building team chemistry, which was evident in their performance during the tournament. Each wrestler contributed this weekend and this season, displaying remarkable improvement in their individual skills and teamwork. As the tournament progressed, the Lancers faced various challenges, but their resilience and determination shone through, reflecting the hard work and dedication they had put in over the course of the season. This experience not only tested their abilities but also solidified their bond as a team, leaving them with memories and lessons that will carry forward.
At 132 lb. Sophomore Zedaeo, Li once again wrestled tough and showed amazing improvement from the start of the season. Li received a bye in round 1, and in the quarterfinal was defeated by Cade Sowls (Omor) by fall. In the consolation bracket round 2 Li received a bye, and in the consolation semi was defeted by fall by Chance Dekeyser (Southern Door).
In the 285 lb. weight class, junior Collin Rounds started the day strong pinning Colton Krueger (Southern Door) in the first round, but ran into some tough competition the rest of the day. In the quarterfinal match vs Mitchell Boeder (Kewaunee) Collin wrestled tough but ultimately fell. Collin received a bye in the consolation bracket round 2, and in the consolation semifinal fell to Colt Clinton (New Holstein). Collin displayed great confidence as he made strides of improvement throughout the season.
Freshman, Connor Sehloff, wrestling at 157 lbs. had a strong outing on Saturday. Conner started off round one with a bye and faced fierce competition in his quarterfinal match and was defeated by Dylan La Kosh (Omro). However, from there Conner went on to have a strong outing. In the consolation semi Conner pinned Ayden Hopman (Brillion) in 1:56 to earn the victory. In the 5th place match Conner faced Owen Cisler (Mishicot), at the 2:36 mark Conner pinned Owen. Conner finished 5th and scored 13 team points. It was a strong freshman year for Conner who went 24-23 with 17 pins and showed great promise of things to come!
Senior Captain, Emett Brodtke was once again the star of the team. Wrestling at 144 lbs. In his quarterfinal matchup Emmet pinned Tucker DuFrense (Kewaunee) in 3:03. Next in the semifinal match Emett lost by tech fall vs Aiden Marquette (Weyauwega-Fremont). In the 4th place match Emett pinned Gauge Schaus (Mishicot) in 2:50. In his final match, the 3rd place match, Emett lost via decision against Jason La Kosh (Omro) 7-3. Emett placed 4th overall and scored 17 team points.
Lancer Wrestling has a rich history, something that the team has built on this year and will continue to for years to come. One record that is the envy of many wrestlers is the season pin record, and here at MLHS, that record has been held for 26 years by two former Lancers. The pin record was set in 1998 by Troy Waack and matched in 1999 by Ryan Welsing with 27 pinfall victories. For over 25 years, Troy and Ryan could claim that record... but it has fallen. This season, Emett compiled a 34-8 record with 30 of the victories coming via pinfall. With the record in hand, Emett's season continues next at Valders High School on Saturday, February 22, for the WIAA Sectional wrestling meet beginning at 10:00 AM. GOOD LUCK, EMETT!!
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