Morgan County Wrestling 2023-24

Sophomore Tripp Davis, who placed second in the 165-pound weight division, forces his opponent onto the mat. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Sophomore Tripp Davis, who placed second in the 165-pound weight division, forces his opponent onto the mat. CHARLES JORDAN/Staff

Mat Dogs impress at area traditional tournament, send 13 to sectionals

Morgan County’s wrestling team had an impressive showing at the Area 4-AAA traditional tournament on Feb. 3.The Mat Dogs hosted the Academy of Richmond County, Salem, Harlem, Hephzibah, and Cross Creek, but blew away their competition.
Morgan County senior wrestler Christopher Morgan tries to force his opponent to surrender this past weekend at the Class AAA state duals tournament, held at Lumpkin County High School. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County senior wrestler Christopher Morgan tries to force his opponent to surrender this past weekend at the Class AAA state duals tournament, held at Lumpkin County High School. CONTRIBUTED

Mat Dogs finish fifth at state duals

The Morgan County wrestling team recently finished fifth at the Class AAA state duals. The Mat Dogs traveled to Lumpkin County Friday to compete against seven other teams, going 3-2 over the weekend.
(From L to R): Morgan County seniors Omar Hayes, Chase Scherer, Christopher Morgan, Miles Butler, and Caleb Turner. CONTRIBUTED

(From L to R): Morgan County seniors Omar Hayes, Chase Scherer, Christopher Morgan, Miles Butler, and Caleb Turner. CONTRIBUTED

Mat Dogs dominate area duals, headed to state meet

Morgan County hosted the Area 4-AAA duals this past Friday for Senior Night. The Mat Dogs dominated the competition by sweeping the meet with wins over Hephzibah, Harlem, and Cross Creek.