NCHSAA girls wrestling: Wilmington representation grows ahead of state finals
Just a few years ago, girls wrestling wasn’t an option at some Wilmington-area high schools. But the sport is seeing increased participation across the country, and the Wilmington area is no exception.
The N.C. High School Association will hold its final girls state invitational this weekend; it will become an official NCHSAA sport for the 2023-24 school year. Here’s a look at the seven local competitors who advanced out of last weekend’s regional competition, aiming for a championship this weekend in and around Greensboro.
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The area’s deepest program to date, Laney has eight girls on its team this season, four of whom are competing at Saturday’s tournament.
Sophomore Elaina Pollock returns as a frontrunner to take the title in the 185-pound division. As a freshman, Pollock made history for Laney, becoming the first female to win a title. … rest of story at Starnewsonline.com/story/sports/high-school/nchsaa-girls-wrestling-wilmington-area-state-qualifiers-lily-prendergast-elaina-pollock
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