B.C Wrestling hosted their Provincial Championship event this Friday and Saturday afternoon.

The event was held at the Pacific Coliseum and was packed. Half the arena was closed off  to viewers and spectators but the seating areas that were available filled up almost entirely for both days. The event was also streamed online and a consistent amount of viewers were watching both days.

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The first day was to narrow each bracket down to just the top six competitors. Some brackets were huge with thirty two participants while others started out with the top six competitors basically selected from the start. The second day was to determine how the podium would play out and and who would win the Provincial Championship for each weight category.

The wrestling showcased at this event was very high level. Competitors showed incredible technique, poise, and drive throughout both days. It was clear that every wrestler there wanted to win this tournament for themselves and their team.

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Coast Wrestling was the team that came out on top of the battle though. They had a great showing finishing the event with eight gold medals, two silver medals, four bronze medals and the awards for most outstanding female and male wrestler. Marley Jackson won the award for the females and Nolan Stewart won the award for the males.

Overall the event was well run and showcased some of the best up and coming wrestlers British Columbia has to offer. This event puts a close on the 2022-23 high school season.