WHAT HAPPENED: Hamilton wrestling picked up two OK Black Conference wins last night, defeating Zeeland East 41–35 and Wyoming 67–12. The Zeeland East dual was closely contested, while Hamilton built a large margin against Wyoming with a strong team performance. Nine Hamilton wrestlers went undefeated across the two matches, helping the team finish conference competition with a 4–1 record. CAPTION: Broden VanWieren takes the mat for Hamilton in OK Black Conference action.
WHY DOES IT MATTER: These wins carry extra weight for Hamilton heading into the postseason, especially the 41–35 victory over Zeeland East, one of the top competitors in the district field. Getting past a strong opponent like Zeeland East builds momentum and confidence against a team Hamilton could face again in tournament competition. Finishing conference play at 4–1, with nine wrestlers going undefeated on the night, also highlights the team’s depth and consistency — both important strengths as districts approach. CAPTION: Bryce Morrison prepares to have his hand raised after a hard-fought win.
THEY SAID IT: After a strong conference performance, Weston Geerlings shared, “Conference showed what we can accomplish as a team, and I think we can do it again at districts.” The statement shows the team’s belief that their hard work will continue to pay off.
UP NEXT: Hamilton travels to Unity Christian for the OK Black Conference Championships on Feb. 6, 2026. Time is TBD.