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Indy-area wrestlers advance at state finals

Multiple Indy-area wrestlers advanced through the first round of the 2026 IHSAA boys wrestling state finals Friday.

The first round of the 2026 IHSAA boys wrestling state finals concluded Friday with several Indy-area wrestlers advancing to the quarterfinals. Notable winners included Karson Kahalekomo (Delta), Connor Maddox (Westfield), and Braylon McIntire (North Miami), who all secured decisive victories.

Quarterfinal matchups are scheduled to begin Saturday at 9 a.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The tournament continues with wrestlers from the Indy area looking to advance further in the state competition.