The Tallassee wrestling team opened its season with a dominant performance in the Jamie Blakely Duals Tournament last Tuesday.
Tallassee was named the champion of the tournament after going a perfect 5-0 on the day. Tallassee beat Elmore County (53-25), Reeltown (84-0), St. James (45-30), Stanhope Elmore (66-12), and Beauregard (70-12).
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