Gore wrestlers place in Warner Tournament

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December 3, 2025

By David Seeley Sports Editor,

WARNER — Several Gore Pirates high school and junior high wrestlers placed in the Warner Eagle Classic, which took place Nov. 24 at Warner Event Center.

In the high school division, Cole Brooksher (144 pounds), Jaydan Gates (165), Treydan Daugherty (215) and Kaydin Mc-Cartney (heavyweight) all won titles.

Cole Ralston (113 pounds), Nick Eklund (157) and Devon Mannon (165) were third.

In the junior high division, Stryker Sandy was the champion at 155 pounds, while Wyatt Chitty was runner-up at 92 pounds.

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Pastor arrested, charged with lewd molestation

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