State wrestling – E.A. Sports Today
Weaver and Alexandria Dominate Preliminary Rounds at State Wrestling Tournament
HUNTSVILLE — The first day of the AHSAA state wrestling tournament saw standout performances from Weaver and Alexandria, with the Weaver girls leading the Class 1A-5A rankings and the boys holding strong in second and third in Class 1A-4A.
Weaver’s girls amassed 38 points, followed by Alexandria with 18, marking a successful inaugural year for the 1A-5A division. Last year, Weaver finished fifth in state, competing against larger Class 7A schools. Meanwhile, the Weaver boys, three-time defending champions, scored 72.5 points, trailing Tallassee, who sits in first with 89 points, while Alexandria stands at 62.5 points.
Individual highlights included outstanding performances from several wrestlers. White Plains senior Mason Hahm, unbeaten at 126 pounds, advanced to the semifinals with a victory by pin. Cleburne County’s Austen Mayfield, also a returning champion, moved into the semifinals at 150 pounds. Weaver’s Lena Johannson, a four-time state champion, continued her perfect streak with a pin at 145 pounds, while Alexandria’s Tammy Phillips improved her record to 45-5 with a win at 120 pounds. Additionally, Weaver’s Haiden Hise contributed significantly with 11 points from two pins.
As the tournament continues at the Von Braun Center, excitement builds for the consolation and championship finals scheduled for Saturday. Complete results from all matches can be found online.
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