Of the six Gryphon wrestlers that qualified for the NCHSAA State Championships, only two were able to survive a grueling day one in their respective brackets.
Juniors Ahmir Scott and Chandler Phillips both advanced to Saturday's action after both lost in their first round match-ups.
In the 112-lb bracket, Scott, the East regional's #2 seed, lost to West #3 seed Jacob Freeman of South Rowan in the day's opening round. Scott was able to bounce back with a strong, 9-4 decision victory over Isnardo Alberto of Greensboro Dudley in the Consolation First Round to secure a spot on Saturday morning's line-up.
Phillips will move on to wrestle in the 135-lb division after defeating Luke Ziglar of Morehead with an 8-2 decision in the Consolation round. Phillips, the East's #4 seed, lost his opening round match-up to Midwest #1 seed Jacob Creed. Creed entered the Championships with a 49-1 record.
Friday ended the season for Freshman J.K. Williamson, who ended his first high school season with a 29-14 record.
Consecutive losses for Fransisco Alfaro, Dedrick Silver, and Guy Williamson ended their varsity careers. All three were able to join the select, 100-career win club earlier this season.
Saturday's action begins at 8:30 am. Check for periodic updates throughout Saturday on the action.
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