Benjamin Russell wrestling team excels in first tournament of the season

The Benjamin Russell men’s wrestling team gathers before the Gulf Coast Clash.

 

Over the weekend, Benjamin Russell wrestling competed against 35 teams from Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia and Florida in the Gulf Coast Clash in Mobile. The Wildcats took home a 10th place team finish, along with a first place finish by senior Jamarion Whetstone.

Brooklyn Cottingham at the Gulf Coast Clash

Brooklyn Cottingham (middle) poses with her fourth place medal and her fellow female Benjamin Russell wrestlers at the Gulf Coast Clash.

Henry Zimmer is sports editor for The Outlook and Dadeville Record. He may be contacted via email at henry.zimmer@alexcityoutlook.com.