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Hawks escape Devil’s Den with big win

Remain unblemished in section, undefeated on season
Ally Wolling, Staff Writer • December 19, 2024
Ally Wolling
Michael Gibson gets his hand raised after defeating the No. 2-ranked wrestler in the WPIAL at 285 pounds.

The varsity wrestling team took the 15-minute drive to neighboring Mt. Lebo High School Wednesday night and was ready to do battle in its second section matchup. The Hawks took full control of the Devils winning their match 57-11.

Bethel took an early 12-point lead after Bella Rice and Aws Al Saadi won by forfeit at 107 and 114 lbs. respectively.

Lebo bounced back when Jenish Rimal was pinned at 121 lbs.

Colton Fisher got the Hawks’ momentum going again with a 37-second pin in the 127-lb. weight class.

Seth Miller followed that up with a forfeit at 133 lbs. making the score 24-6.

Aden Stout (pin at 139 lbs.), Ian Bucheli (tech fall at 145 lbs.), Ethan Higgins (tech fall at 152 lbs.), Maksim Miller (7-5 decision at 172 lbs.), Mathis Miller (tech fall at 189 lbs.), Hunter Goelz (fall at 215 lbs.) and Micheal Gibson (3-1 decision at 285 lbs.) added 33 additional points to their team score.

Maksim Miller gets his hand raised after earning a pin in the 172-lb. weight class.

Overall, Bethel Park had 11 wins, two by decisions, three by technical falls, three by falls and three by forfeits.

The match of the night was at 285 lbs in which Michael Gibson defeated the No. 2-ranked wrestler in the WPIAL.

The Black Hawks are now 7-0 overall and 2-0 in their section. They head to Central Mountain High School for the King of the Mountain tournament Friday and Saturday.

They will participate in the prestigious Powerade tournament at Canon-McMillan High School over break on Dec. 27 and 28.

The Hawks return home on Monday, Jan. 6 when they will host Derry at 7 p.m.

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Ally Wolling
Ally Wolling, Staff Writer
Click, Click! Don't miss your shot!  Make way for Allison “Ally” Wolling, a brand-new member of Scholastic Publications! Now a senior, Ally plans to make her mark on the newspaper and the yearbook this year. Ally has had her claim to fame in photography around Bethel Park for over two years. Though she photographs many different activities around school, she has a clear-cut favorite: “I really like shooting football mainly because you can get a lot of cool action pics and I love the atmosphere on Friday Night.” She is a part of the Quill and Scroll International Honors Society, a prestigious organization that recognizes scholastic journalism. That is not all; Ally is a valued member of Blackhawk TVand Homecoming Committee, and she also runs her very own photography account on Instagram (Go follow her at @_awmedia71_)! On top of her activities, she is an esteemed golf and lacrosse player. Most days after school, you can see Ally going to work, sports practice, or finishing up any homework she has left. If Ally wants some tasty food, she will make her way to her favorite restaurant, Plaza Azteca: “I normally get 2 chicken quesadillas or enchiladas with queso.” When she has nothing else pressing on her to do, Ally finds her own ways to chill out: “My favorite way to relax would be watching Soccer Arsenal (Premier League), playing XBOX or sleeping.” “I joined this class because a lot of people over the years have recommended me to take it.” Well, we are glad she did! After high school, Ally wants to keep playing golf and continue her photography journey. This year, Ally is determined to make her senior year fun and exciting. “I want to make memories that will last a lifetime.” Be sure to catch Ally this year and all that she does!   Written by: Tacey Trypus, Staff Writer