Columbus East High School

The Columbus East Olympian boys wrestling team kicked off the 2024-2025 season in dominant fashion, overpowering the Seymour Owls with a commanding 65-10 victory on Wednesday night. The match featured standout performances across weight classes, with the Olympians securing seven wins by fall and two by technical fall. Key Highlights: - **113 lbs:** Ethan Poling pinned Elijah Caudill in just 2:43 to set the tone. - **120 lbs:** Talon Jessup followed with a pin over Jaden Fox at 2:57. - **144 lbs:** Caleb Kirkpatrick showcased his dominance with a 16-1 technical fall. - **175 lbs:** Hank Redman was unstoppable, earning an 18-0 technical fall. - **285 lbs:** Dominic Piper capped the night with a fall in 1:52 over Philip Dacayo. Other Olympian victories included a major decision by Wyatt Behnke (126 lbs), a decision by James Moss (215 lbs), and three forfeits at 132, 157, and 165 lbs. The Olympians are back in action on Saturday, December 7th, when they travel to Jeffersonville, Indiana, to compete in the Jeff Duals, starting at 9:00 a.m. This impressive opener sets the stage for an exciting season as Columbus East looks to build on its rich wrestling tradition.