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West Branch’s Wayt repeats at sectional

BELOIT — West Branch senior Christian Wayt captured the 120-pound crown to highlight area wrestlers on Saturday at the Div. II sectional wrestling tournament at West Branch High School.

The top four wrestlers in each weight class advanced to Friday and Saturday’s district tournament at Alliance High School. The top four finishers from that meet will qualify for the state wrestling tournament.

While Wayt was the only champion, there were several other area wrestlers who earned district tournament berths.

Salem’s Tony Seddon finished second at 106, while West Branch’s Neil Ginnetti took second at 182. Also finishing as runner-ups for the Warriors were Kenny Marra (195) and Jacob Hurst (285).

Third-place finishers included West Branch’s Gage Bickley (152) and Steven Marra (160).

Fourth-place finishers included West Branch’s Tyler Hicks (106) and Brock Wilkie (145).

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