Columbus East High School

The Columbus East Olympian girls wrestling team had a BIG day, capturing the team title at the Purdue Polytechnic Invitational on Saturday. Competing against a strong field, the Olympians showcased grit and determination, securing several top finishes. Top Performances Lead the Way- The Olympians were led by champions Saige Plummer (120 pounds) and Monica McMahon (190 pounds), who both delivered dominant 4-0 performances. Their hard-fought victories set the tone for the team's overall success. Grace McMahon (170 pounds) and Maddie Shrader (235 pounds) also delivered standout performances, each earning runner-up finishes in their respective weight classes. At 100 pounds, Tienica Dits claimed second place with a 2-1 record. Eden Knight (145 pounds) fought her way to a third-place finish, going 5-1 on the day, while Madison Mount (130 pounds) and Maddie Swartzentruber (135 pounds) showcased their resilience with seventh- and sixth-place finishes, respectively. Issabel Wakefield (140 pounds) also contributed with a sixth-place result, and Elaina Burton (125 pounds) rounded out the team effort with an eighth-place finish. Team Effort Yields Big Results: The Olympians' depth and balance across weight classes proved pivotal in their tournament victory. The team’s impressive start signals a promising season ahead for the newly sanctioned program. Results Recap: 100: Tienica Dits, Runner-up (2-1) 120: Saige Plummer, Champion (4-0) 125: Elaina Burton, 8th place 130: Madison Mount, 7th place (3-1) 135: Maddie Swartzentruber, 6th place (3-2) 140: Issabel Wakefield, 6th place (2-3) 145: Eden Knight, 3rd place (5-1) 170: Grace McMahon, Runner-up (3-1) 190: Monica McMahon, Champion (4-0) 235: Maddie Shrader, Runner-up (4-1) The Olympians will look to build on this momentum as they prepare for the remainder of their season. Stay tuned for updates as Columbus East continues to make waves in Indiana high school girls wrestling!