The Salem Hills Skyhawks girls wrestling team is looking to build on their success from last season, when they finished eighth in the 5A state tournament. The team returns several key wrestlers, including state champions Jocelyn Hepler (190 pounds) and Paisley Nelson (135 pounds).

Hepler is a three-time state placer who is looking to defend her championship title this upcoming season. She is a dominant wrestler who is always a contender for the title. Nelson is a state runner-up who is also looking to best her previous performance. She is a technical wrestler who is always improving.

In addition to Hepler and Nelson, the Skyhawks also have several other wrestlers who are capable of placing at state. These wrestlers include:

• Addie Brindley (100 pounds): Brindley is a sophomore who is coming off a strong freshman season winning a few tournaments throughout the year.
• Annika Ravsten (105 pounds): Ravsten is a sophomore who is a state qualifier.
• Kelseigh Banks (110 pounds): Banks is a sophomore who placed 4th in state last year.
• Braylin Edwards (125 pounds): Edwards is a senior who placed 6th in state last year.
• Jessica Miller (140 pounds): Miller is a junior who placed 6th in state last year.
• Avery Winterton (145 pounds): Winterton is a sophomore who placed 3rd in state last year.
• Amelie Ledesma (155 pounds): Ledesma is a senior who placed 5th in state last year.

The Skyhawks are under the direction of head coach Joe Hernandez. Hernandez is a passionate coach who is dedicated to helping his wrestlers succeed.

The Skyhawks are looking to build on their success from last season and make a run at the state championship in 2023. They have a strong team with a lot of potential, and they will be a team to watch this season.