Connor Ahlert is among the returning wrestlers this season for Polk County
Connor Ahlert is among the returning wrestlers this season for Polk County

Polk County wrestlers set to open season at Tryon Athletics Wrestling Classic

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Polk County’s wrestling squad will open its 2026-27 season Saturday against a challenging field of opponents awaiting at the Tryon Athletics Wrestling Classic.

The event, set for the Indoor Arena at Tryon International, is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., with competition continuing until 6 p.m. Doors will open at 8 a.m.

Eleven teams are expected to participate, including Polk County and fellow area programs Crest, East Rutherford, McDowell, Newton-Conover, R-S Central and West Henderson.

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Charlotte Christian, South Mecklenburg and Trinity are also expected, along with Brookwood High School from Georgia.

The Wolverines will be without some wrestlers who remain involved in Polk County’s football season, which continues Friday with a second-round state playoff game at Walkertown.

Polk County is scheduled to travel to East Rutherford on Thursday for its first dual meet of the season.

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