The 2006-07 Wrestling season is on the verge of beginning as we head into November. Our first meet is November 14 th at Weatherford with the season continuing until the State meet at the end of February. We will begin the season with approximately 65 boys and 6 girls so the competition in the practice room will make us a better team.

We have 3 returning state qualifiers and several returning lettermen as we look to repeat as District Champions while improving upon our 8 th place finish at State. Leading the way will be Seniors Jordan Couch and Matt Lupardus: both wrestlers earned medals at State last year and look to capture titles this year. Also, Junior Camron Couch will return after qualifying for State as a Sophomore last year and will be hunting to capture a championship. Several returning lettermen will be looked to for breakout seasons to allow us to achieve our team goals. Included in this group are Seniors: Travis Irby and Ryan Gilberg and Juniors: Colt Gibson, Chase Goeke, and Tim McAlister.

Another addition to our squad this year is assistant coach Bill Wilson. Bill comes our way from North Carolina but his wrestling roots are in Iowa. We look forward to capitalizing on Bill’s knowledge as the season moves on.

We are excited for the season and we hope you are too.

Go Indians!

Jim Schee

Head Coach