Leah Dusterhoft, Art editor, Sports Producer, and Designer
• February 16, 2017
Five Trojan wrestlers moved onto the tournament at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines on February 16-18. See how the wrestlers fared during each session below.
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This Wednesday through Friday, West High wrestlers will take the mat and attempt to claim a state title for themselves. The West Side Story asked each of the five state-bound wrestlers questions...
West Side Story: How have you done so far this season?
GS: We haven't had the best season, but we've got a few individual guys that are good.
WSS: How have you improved from the beginning of the season...
West Side Story: How have you done so far this season?
CR: Pretty good, not bad.
WSS: How have you improved from the beginning of the season, or from last season?
CR: Definitely improved. Last year...
West Side Story: How have you done so far this season?
HR: I'd say I've done pretty well. I've done a lot better than last year, above 500 and only lost seven matches.
WSS: How have you improved from...
West Side Story: How have you done so far this season?
AA: I'd say I've done alright.
WSS: How have you improved from the beginning of the season or from last season?
AA: I think I've gotten more aggressive...
West Side Story: How have you done so far this season?
NB: I'm fifty and one. My only loss is to Austin O'Connor from Illinois; he's number three in the nation.
WSS: How have you improved from the...
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