Pantherhawks Claim 7th At Abe's Rumble

One of the most competitive, and prestigious, wrestling tournaments of the season is known simply as “Abe’s Rumble” – where 32 of the top programs in the state come to compete over the holiday break.

The Pantherhawks got off to a strong start by dominating Monticello 53-12 in the first round. Then, blew past Anna-Jonesboro 67-12 in the round of 16.

Roxana edged the Pantherhawks out 39-30 in the Quarterfinals, sending them against Stanford Olympia in the wrestleback round.

Although the match ended in a numerical tie – 37-37 – Olympia was awarded the “win” because they had more six point wins in...