Bulldogs gain experience against Wetumpka

Entering Thursday’s match at Wetumpka, the Holtville wrestling team knew the result was not going to go in its favor. The Bulldogs had only six wrestlers, meaning the forfeits already added up to enough points to give Wetumpka the win.

Holtville did not back down from the challenge and still showed up ready to wrestle Thursday against the one of the best teams in Class 6A. Wetumpka ran away with the match, winning 72-12, but Holtville coach Phillip Smart said it provided a big opportunity for his team.