Newland - On top of a banner season the Maroon Devil wrestling team had another great showing, this time sending a school record 7 wrestlers to the NCHSAA State Championships this coming weekend. Swain wrestlers who qualified included - Mac Long (120), Sam Everhardt (145), Cody Long (170), Cyle Ponchot (182), Jake Langston (195), Will Paul (220) … [Read more...]
Maroon Devils Stun Mitchell Advance to 3rd Round
Mitchell - It had the same setup as years past. Swain has to travel a long distance for the first two rounds of the NCHSAA Team Dual Playoffs. Then after winning the first round, wind up losing to the host team. But this time was different. The Maroon Devils stunned the homestanding and higher seeded Mitchell Mountaineers with a thrilling … [Read more...]
Devils Dominate Dogs in 82-0 Win
Bryson City - Thursday night the Maroon Devil wrestling team flexed their muscles, and did so in a big way. Swain dominated visiting Murphy taking an 82-0 shutout win. The Devils got 7 pins, 6 forfeits and a major decision in racking up their 82 points. In addition to the 14 matches in regulation the two teams also squared off in 3 exhibition … [Read more...]