For the first time since 2005, the Fannin County Rebels wrestling team are Area Champions. The Rebels traveled to Banks County Friday, February 5, and were able to dominate the competition to win the area.
The Rebels were able to outscore Banks County 208-186 in the championship battle for the trophy. The Rebels also set a record, as all 14 Rebel wrestlers qualified for the State Tournament that starts Saturday, February 13, in Macon, Georgia.
Individual placers include:
•Blake Summers, Area Champion;
•Kolton Stephens, second place;
•Kainan Henson, Area Champion;
•Cooper Moreland, Area Champion;
•Drake Cantrell, second place;
•Taylor Collis, Area Champion;
•Jackson Mercer, second place;
•Corbin Davenport, second place;
•McCay Turner, Area Champion;
•Colby Shaw, second place;
•Tommy Ledford, third place;
•Matthew Crowder, second place;
•Christen Newberry, second place; and,
•Logan Long, second place.
Head Coach Chuck Patterson was proud of his team, saying, “This has been a tumultuous season. Full of COVID-19 curveballs, freak injuries and various cancellations due to weather, not to mention short preparation time due to an amazing football season, which we are all proud of and glad to be a part of! This team’s success is a testament to their character, work ethic, and iron will. Also other coaches on staff who helped immensely while Coach Collis and I were coaching football. Special shout outs to coach Zach Padgett, Dillon Doster, Andrew Moreland, Grayson and Lucas Patterson and Kolby Milner.”
The Rebels will prepare for the State Tournament this weekend in Macon.