Midwestern Conference

Chandler’s Landon Earp was named the outstanding wrestler in the lower weights at the Midwestern Conference tournament last week at Firelake. He was undefeated and was the champion at 98 pounds. Above left, he poses with the belt for outstanding wrestler and above right, he is on the verge of pinning an opponent. Photo/Jennifer Pryor

Above is Chandler’s Nelly Barton, wearing the chain emblematic of being named the team’s Big Dog for hard work and fighting like a dog. She was bitten and got a bloody nose during the tournament, but took third in the 110-pound bracket. At left is Andrew Freppon from Chandler and below is McLoud’s Brant Becknell, both competing at the tournament. Photos/Brian Blansett