Gilmer Bobcats Celebrate Banner Year

The Gilmer High School Bobcats wrestling squad officially ended its season last night, with an awards banquet at First Baptist Church in Ellijay.

GHS captured its 15th state duals championship during the 2015-16 season and of the six Bobcats that placed at the state traditional tournament, four clinched the crown of state champion in Gilmer’s eventual state championship crown.

After a catered meal from Bigun’s Barbeque, every Gilmer grappler received participation awards. Coaches Sam Snider, Josh Snider, Greg Wingo and Casey Wingard each summarized the accomplishments of the season as the banquet progressed. Following the individual awards, a highlight reel concluded the ceremony.

The Gilmer High School Bobcats wrestling team held its season-ending awards banquet last night, at First Baptist Church in Ellijay. Pictured in this photo are the award winners from the banquet. Front row, left to right, are: Jake Parker, Coaches Award; Alberto Perez, Most Takedowns and State Champion Awards; Lucas Patterson, Captain’s, Co-Best Drilling Partner, MVP and State Champion Awards; Keegan Sharpe, Captain’s, Co-Best Drilling Partner, State Placement and Noah Harris Awards. Back row, left to right, are: Ethan Teague, Most Improved and State Placement Awards; Matthew Waddell, Captain’s and State Champion Awards; Levi Seabolt, Captain’s and State Champion Awards. (Photo by: Kevin Hensley)

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