September 2006: South Valley Journal

South Valley Youth Earn Wrestling Awards

Mountain Top Wrestling Club recognized local wrestlers at its annual awards dinner in August, and awarded an outstanding wrestler trophy to Tayler Johnson of Draper. Tayler competes in the midget 65 pounds division, and has won a national championship and was named outstanding wrestler for his age division at that tournament.

Trophies were also awarded for most improved wrestlers to Beau McRae of South Jordan, bantam 50 pounds, and Tyler Schwendiman of South Jordan, midget 55 pounds.

"This has been a great year, with so many new and supportive parents, which is absolutely essential to kids being able to develop and succeed in this sport," said Coach Bill Kilpack III. "Wrestling is the hardest sport there is. Without strong family support, it's a seriously tough go. We wanted to make sure that the parents know how much we appreciate everything they do. We wanted all the guys to know that their hard work is valued."