Columbus East High School

The Columbus East Girls Wrestling team showcased their dominance on the mats this past weekend, claiming the championship title at the Warrior Winter Classic. Hosted by the Whiteland Warriors, who are ranked #6 in the latest overall girls wrestling power poll, the tournament proved to be an intense back-and-forth competition. By the end of the day, Columbus East pulled ahead with a string of first-place finishes, sealing the victory with a team score of 257.5 points. Final Team Standings Columbus East, IN — 257.5 Whiteland Community, IN — 244.5 New Palestine, IN — 180 Highland, IN — 177 Greenwood, IN — 116 Centerville, IN — 110.5 Owen Valley, IN — 100.5 McCutcheon, IN — 74.5 North Posey, IN — 66 Northview, IN — 65 Frankton, IN — 60 Southridge, IN — 60 Plainfield, IN — 42 Crawfordsville, IN — 21 Key Individual Performances for Columbus East The Olympians delivered outstanding individual performances throughout the tournament. Several wrestlers secured first-place finishes in their weight classes, contributing significantly to the team’s overall success. Grace McMahon (170A): A dominant force, McMahon won her matches with remarkable speed, including a 1st-place victory over Reagan Fortier (New Palestine) with a pin in just 25 seconds. Monica McMahon (190): Monica’s stellar performance culminated in a 1st-place finish, defeating Alex Brown (North Posey) with a pin in under a minute. Madison Swartzentruber (135): Swartzentruber clinched 1st place with a hard-fought 4-0 decision over Carissa Shadle (Centerville). Taylor Engelking (115B): Engelking captured 1st place, pinning Marli Woods (Whiteland) in 3:14. Other notable performances included: Eden Knight (145): Fought her way to a 3rd-place finish with a commanding 13-0 major decision. Madison Mount (130): Secured 5th place with a decisive pin against Ava Saunders (Owen Valley). Issabel Wakefield (140): Battled through consolation rounds to earn key team points. Tournament Highlights The competition saw Columbus East and Whiteland trading first and second positions throughout the day. However, Columbus East’s ability to capitalize on high-pressure matches in the later rounds proved to be the difference-maker. The Olympians’ team depth and consistent performance across multiple weight classes cemented their top spot. Looking Ahead- With this victory, Columbus East hopes set the tone for the rest of the season, building momentum for upcoming IHSAA Sectional tournament starting Friday, January 3rd. The Olympians’ success at the Warrior Winter Classic underscores their position as a formidable force in Indiana girls wrestling. Stay tuned for more updates as Columbus East continues their quest for excellence on the mats!