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Athlete of the Week: Austin Ryan
Sophomore Austin Ryan is a wrestler at Jacobs High School in the 106 weight class.
Scott Germanetti: How long have you been wrestling?
Ryan: Since I was in first grade.
S.G.: Who or what got you involved in wrestling?
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Ryan: My cousin was the state champ wrestler.
S.G.: Why do you enjoy wrestling?
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Ryan: Because it's different. It's just you and you don't have to rely on a team.
S.G.: What is your weight class?
Ryan: 106.
S.G.: What has been your favorite match this season and why?
Ryan: The match against Johnsburg. I wrestled up and pinned him.
S.G.: What was your most difficult match this season and why?
Ryan: The match against Reyes at Geneva because I lost in overtime.
S.G.: What's your proudest wrestling accomplishment ever?
Ryan: Winning state in 8th grade.
S.G.: Do you plan on wrestling next year?
Ryan: Yeah.
