July 24, 2006: The Wrestling Mall, High School News

Ohio All-Stars Beat Utah All-Stars

Ohio 42, Utah 21

The night started out with an exciting bang, as the Utah All-Stars won five straight matches, with Jeff McCormick of Kamas pulling out a quick fall against Austin Marsico in the 76-pound folkstyle match, and William Kilpack of Sandy, the youngest competitor in the field (starting 6th grade this fall) winning the 77-pound freestyle match by technical fall, gaining a 6-point lead in the first round (7-1) and winning the second round by technical fall by scoring two three-point throws.

Brandon George of Layton and Carson Kuhn of West Jordan both won their matches in exciting fashion. George lost the first round of the 67-pound freestyle match with a score of 5-4, the came back in the second to win 5-4, then pulled it out in the third round, winning 9-2, to take the match. Kuhn lost the first round of the 90-pound freestyle match 5-2, then pulled out a tough 6-5 win in the second, then dominated in the third round, with a score of 8-1 to win the match.

Colton Thorton of Kamas won the 84-pound folkstyle match by decision, with a score of 12-7.

From then on out, it was all Ohio, winning every match from 102 lbs. through 130.

The format for the dual was unusual, with the host team choosing the style for each match, freestyle or folkstyle. It made for an exciting night of wrestling with a lot of talent being showcased. Sportsmanship was also in the spotlight, with the athletes exchanging gifts during the introductions

For individual match results, go to www.UtahWrestling.org.