Columbus East High School

Despite not achieving the desired results, Talon Jessup, the promising Olympian, showcased remarkable perseverance and skill throughout the weekend's events at the IHSAA State Championship in Evansville, Indiana. Talon kicked off Friday night with a victory, pinning his opponent in the 3rd period and securing a spot in Saturday's medal round. His determination was evident from the start. Saturday morning posed a tough challenge as Talon faced off against the undefeated Mason Jones from Lake Central. Although Talon fell short in a hard-fought match, it's worth noting that Jones went on to become the State runner-up, emphasizing the caliber of competition Talon faced. Despite the setback, Talon's spirit remained undaunted. He battled fiercely for 5th place against Mason Goelz from Avon High School, engaging in a nail-biting match that showcased his resilience. Despite a narrow defeat in overtime, Talon's fighting spirit was undeniable. Refusing to be discouraged, Talon rallied in his final match of the day against Teigan Newell of Crown Point, securing a decisive victory and claiming 7th place overall at the State Championship. His determination and skill were evident as he finished the tournament on a high note. As a sophomore Olympian, Talon now has invaluable experience competing at the state level. With this experience under his belt, he looks forward to honing his skills and preparing diligently for next year's season, with the aim of further improving his performance at State. The future holds great promise for this resilient athlete. IHSAA (IN) State Finals Results for Columbus East 106 Talon Jessup (37-5) placed 7th and scored 6.0 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Talon Jessup (Columbus East) 37-5 won by fall over John Bissmeyer (Indianapolis Cathedral) 32-12 (Fall 5:12) Quarterfinal - Mason Jones (Lake Central) 39-1 won by decision over Talon Jessup (Columbus East) 37-5 (Dec 7-3) Cons. Round 1 - Mason Goelz (Avon) 39-6 won in sudden victory - 1 over Talon Jessup (Columbus East) 37-5 (SV-1 6-4) 7th Place Match - Talon Jessup (Columbus East) 37-5 won by decision over Teigan Newell (Crown Point) 21-12 (Dec 3-0)