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Wrestling demonstrates during assembly

NorthmenNews staff
November 18, 2023

In an assembly leading to fall break, students celebrated many fall accomplishments both on the field and in classrooms.

Wrestler senior Nevaeh Wardlow works to defeat her teammate during a wrestling-based assembly on Friday Nov. 17. Wardlow and other wrestlers, each representing the weight classes, took part in the demonstration in an effort to increase their fanbase. (Brynlee Tucker)

From football’s third-ever undefeated regular season and impressive post season run, to softball’s wins and more. Then the wrestling team took to the mat in a demonstration. Coach Lucas Vincent said he’d like to see more students at their duals and tournaments this winter.

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Brynlee Tucker
Brynlee Tucker, social media editor, photographer
Hey! I’m Brynlee, I’m 17 and I’m a senior (class of 2024). I love journalism and it’s the only classes I'm taking at Oak Park this year, I also take sociology, marketing and criminal justice at MCC part time! I’ve loved journalism since I was in seventh grade and started helping with the school yearbook. I love football; I have Chiefs season tickets and attend every home game possible!! I spend 99% of my free time with my boyfriend doing endless activities such as shopping and going to the zoo! I hope to become a photojournalist for the Kansas City Chiefs in the future!