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Virginia Beach, VA -- Dale finished 22nd
overall in the team standings which was an improvement from last,
finishing 31st.
The Knights were represented by 8 state
qualifiers which was the most for any Central Region team.
Patrick O'Brien (189) was Dale's sole placer, finishing 4th.
O'Brien wrestled the tournament of his career, avenging two of his
losses earlier in the year. In the first round, he defeated Vetal
of Osbourne Park who he lost to at the Free Lance Super 32, then
defeated Gress of Grassfield who pulled out a one point victory in
their earlier meeting at the Ocean Lakes Duals.. After
solidifying a spot on the podium, O'Brien then pinned
Central Region Runnerup, Kendzia of Patrick Henry followed by a
win over Kempsville's Embry who was ranked #4 in the state coming
into the tournament. Both of O'Brien's losses came to Krause
of Annadale who he met in the quarterfinals and in the match for
3rd place. |
Patrick OBrien
189lbs. - 4th Place
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