Area youth wrestlers turned in a strong showing at the AAU state tournament held at the Sioux Falls Arena, with all six Pony Hills qualifiers earning podium finishes.
McCrae Nickels led the way with a first-place finish, followed by Brecken Jensen (second), Mary Tanke (fourth), Kix Coleman (sixth), Kaddilac Coleman (sixth) and Hayes Cashman (eighth).
In AAU competition, four Warhawk wrestlers competed in the junior division, with Jacksen Carter earning a first-place finish. Chase Dunsmore, Jaspur Gran and Carson Finn also competed.
For Wolsey-Wessington, in 12U action, Callen Carter placed fifth, while Liamm Mees also represented Wolsey-Wessington.
More photos from youth wrestling can be found HERE