LADYSMITH, WI – The competition is always a little tougher at the WIAA Sectionals as wrestlers are vying for one of three spots to advance to Madison for the State Tournament. For the second straight week it’s do-or-die time on the mat every time they step foot out there.
For the Spring Valley/Elmwood wrestling team here last Saturday, two wrestlers advanced to that next level and two did not.
Junior Jack Steinmeyer wrestling at 215 and sophomore Sam Schmitt wrestling at 138 earned third place finishes and the opportunity to advance to Madison and wrestle at the Kohl Center starting today. Unfortunately, junior Doost Kaker (157) and sophomore Asher Turner (165) missed the cut and ended their season at the Sectionals.
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