Above: Wyatt Gardner (in singlet, standing) makes a monster move during a match at the sub-state tournament in Minneapolis, KS, on Saturday, February 20, causing his older brother, Jesse Gardner (L), to erupt in a raucous cheer. Photo credit Maggie Brown
Below: Jesse Gardner presses his advantage during a match at the sub-state tournament in Minneapolis, KS, on Saturday, February 20. Photo credit Maggie Brown
This has been a very different wrestling season for the Indians as well as the entire country this year. The state of Kansas chose to continue with winter sports, but with many COVID restrictions in place. The season began with absolutely no fans, and then parents were allowed to attend as the season went on, based on gym capacities, local guidelines, etc. The atmosphere was different in the gymna…
