State of the Program ... Winter Springs (FL)
By this time - many of you have seen that we are doing highlights of different teams across the SE as we gear up to drop the team previews in 6 weeks. I was releasing one team a day, but with now over 170 teams having sent in information - I’ll try to ramp it up a bit so we can get as many in as possible before the first part of October. I can’t guarantee I’ll get to everyone, but I will try to get to as many as possible.
Please re-visit when the actual previews get dropped in October because what I am sharing below are just a few of the names the coaches have given me. Much more will be shared - plus SEWrestle’s “What to Expect” - in the team previews. Lastly, if you want to know whether we have your form … you can find the list of everyone that has submitted a form in the blog archive.
Winter Springs (FL)
The Bears graduated State Champ Marvin Collins, State Placer Harlan McCandless, and State Qualifier Joe Burgess, but Coach Rocky Ciero returns a squad that could be even better in 2021-2022. The Bears finished 5th in the 2A Traditional State Tournament and have all the pieces to make a serious run at the title in 2022.
State Champion Dylan Deal, State Runner-up Riley Chapdelaine, and State Placer Davis Deal all return for their senior season and will be looking to take the top step both individually and help the Bears bring home a team trophy as well. State Qualifier Elijah Penton had a good run in Fargo and looks poised for a breakout season.
How high the Bears climb will likely fall to how well the following wrestlers do in 2022 … Keep an eye on:
Seniors Silas Mantero, Luis Valdes and Aiden Reichert
Juniors Aiden Gatton and Elias Rodriguez
as well as a bunch of Sophomores and Freshmen
“Our coaches and wrestlers both believe that we are ready to take that next step and move up the podium, both individually and as a team. We have a strong senior class and a good group of younger/experienced wrestlers. We are looking forward to both the dual series and IBT championships.”
WE NEED YOUR HELP … We are in the process of collecting as much information as possible and would love for coaches to reach out and share their information. If you are a coach and would like to provide that information please click the “Team Preview” button below to be sent to a survey.