The Wahlert wrestling team certainly made a statement at this year’s state tournament. All three qualifiers, Welsee Haynes, ‘14, Riley Hasken, ‘15, and Tristan Birt, ‘15, medaled at the state meet, and that was a first in school history.

Coach Joel Allan commended the wrestlers, saying, “I am so proud of the boys this year. They competed to the best of their abilities, and their dedication really paid off.”

Birt claimed the state title in the 106-lb weight division on his first trip to the state tournament. He was Dubuque’s first state champ since 2002, and Wahlert’s first winner since 1995. Birt finished his season with a 43-4 record.

Hasken also had a successful first state competition. He claimed 5th place in the 182-lb division and ended his season with a record of 42-8.

Haynes, at his last high school wrestling meet, finished in 8th for the 170-lb weight class. This was his second trip to the state meet. He finished his season with a 42-8 record.