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TAKE HIM DOWN - Senior Chase McLaren brawls with his opponent at the 2018 State tournament. McLaren has made a state appearance every year of his high school career. Last year he took home a 7th place finish.

Trojan Wrestling Starts Practice

Bodie Johnson November 16, 2018

Wrestling began on Monday, Nov. 12. The team looks to have another successful season, with the usual goal of having team members earn a spot in the State tournament. The Trojans will be returning...

HEART OF A CHAMPION - Senior John McConkey gets his hand raised to signal he has won the State title. McConkey won his match with a final score of 7-6 against Spencer Trenary of Clarion-Goldfield-Dows.

Meet a State Champ: John McConkey

Ashley Wendt and Erin Wendt March 2, 2018

All aboard the Panther Train as things get chugging along for senior John McConkey, future wrestler at the University of Northern Iowa. Becoming the 2A 285-pound champion was the final accomplishment for...

TIME TO SHINE- Senior John McConkey raises his arms after winning a match at the State tournament.

Successful Weekend for Trojan Wrestlers

Ashley Wendt February 22, 2018

The Iowa State wrestling tournament held over this past weekend left two Trojans with podium finishes and a third with a State title. Senior John McConkey exited the Wells Fargo Arena Saturday night...

Four Trojans are On to State

Four Trojans are On to State

Dillon Sonntag, Editor February 12, 2018

Last Saturday, Feb. 10, district wrestling was held in Harlan.  Atlantic/CAM had four wrestlers qualify for the individual state tournament later this week. They include seniors Kole Hansen and John...

SUCCESSFUL DAY - Eight Trojan wrestlers have secured their spot to compete for state at districts.

Eight Trojan Wrestlers Advance to Districts

Ashley Wendt February 5, 2018

Eight Trojans will compete for a chance at State after finishing in the top two at Saturday's IHSAA 2A Sectional 8 wrestling tournament. AHS hosted the six-team tournament which included Harlan, Kuemper...

Two Trojan Wrestlers Take Gold at Rollin Dyer

Two Trojan Wrestlers Take Gold at Rollin Dyer

Noah Bruckner, Sports editor January 8, 2018

On Saturday, Jan. 6 the Atlantic/Cam wrestling team held the Rollin Dyer tournament, hosting 12 teams from around the state. As a team, the Trojans placed 4th overall with a score of 177. At 106, freshman...

Senior John McConkey placed first overall this weekend. In the picture above he faces off in his first match at Humboldt.

Atlantic/Cam Wrestling has Strong Showing at Red Owens Holiday Classic

Noah Bruckner, Sports editor December 18, 2017

Over the weekend the Atlantic/Cam wrestling team traveled to South East Polk to take part in the 11 team Red Owens tournament. The boys looked to have a stronger presence on the podium in this tournament. At...

Freshman Steele McClaren

AHS Adds Competitive Freshmen to the Wrestling Team

Tyler Moen and Emma Templeton December 15, 2017

Winter is just around the corner which means Atlantic wrestling is back in full swing. “We are excited as a staff for the new year. We have some returners who have a lot of varsity experience and...

Trojan Wrestlers warm-up to get ready for their tournament.

Trojan Wrestlers Host First Tournament

Cooper McDermott December 4, 2017

Tuesday, Dec. 5, the wrestlers will host their first home tournament. Creston, Red Oak, and AHSTW will be attending. The Trojans are off to a hot start with two wins against Griswold and Audubon, and...

HARD WORK PAYS OFF - Sophomore Chase McLaren and senior Drake Roller claimed the title of the Hardest Workers of the team.

Wrestlers Receive Awards at 2016-17 Banquet

Emily Schreiner, Editor March 17, 2017

During the 2016-17 wrestling season, the Atlantic-Cam boys have shown many different characteristics to display the achievements they have accomplished. The awards received were the Hustle Award to...

Sophomore Kenny Jimmerson is one of seven JV wrestlers this year.

JV Wrestling Overview

Marcus Duranceau February 1, 2017

With the wrestling season coming to an end, the JV team takes time to reflect on their season.“I think the JV team is doing well for the guys that we have,” wrestling coach Tucker Weber said. There...

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