Simon Kenton and Ryle Wrestlers Win 2023 KHSAA State Titles

Simon Kenton and Ryle wrestlers from Northern Kentucky win the 2023 KHSAA state wrestling championships.

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Ten Northern Kentucky schools traveled to George Rogers Clark High School for the season-ending competitions after Ryle High School held the opening round of the state tournament.

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In all 14 weight classes, a total of 32 people competed in the hopes of bringing medals home.

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Braydan Blevins of Simon Kenton became the first state champion from Northern Kentucky.

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He won the 106-pound title by defeating George Dennis of Harrison County.

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"It kind of benefitted me knowing that I came here as an underdog. But I still knew I could win it," Blevins said.

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In the end, Blevins defeated Dennis 7-4 after coming back with escapes and reversals to build a commanding 6-2 lead.

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After the victory, Blevins' season record improved to 59-10.

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Landen Evans of Ryle made it 2-0 by winning convincingly at 113 pounds to follow Blevins.

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As Birk completed his second season at 33-5, the Raider sophomore has a final record of 45-4.

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