Amaya McLaren represents women’s wrestling community by competing outside of Marian

By MalloryConnealy Women’s wrestling was officially sanctioned as an Olympic sport in 2004. It was available to female high school students in some states starting in 2011. It was introduced to Marian athletics one year ago, in the winter of 2021 as an official NSAA sanctioned sport. The sport gained the interest and attention of… Read More Amaya McLaren represents women’s wrestling community by competing outside of Marian

Marian wrestling camp finds balance between competition, community

CeciUrbanski Many would think the most important part of wrestling is taking down your opponent. However, sometimes it’s more about lifting them up. This June, Marian hosted its very first wrestling camp. Renowned women’s wrestling coach and 2008 Olympic bronze medalist Randi Miller coached the camp alongside Marian Coach Lauren Barefoot. Middle and high school… Read More Marian wrestling camp finds balance between competition, community

COVID-19 In The Marian Weight Room Enforces New Changes

By J1 Reporter Haley Hoffman The effects of COVID-19 have dramatically changed the pathway for athletes everywhere. From football teams opting out of their Friday night lights, to teams requiring daily screenings for all sorts of activity, the everyday athlete is being challenged to a new level. But let’s not forget about the work that… Read More COVID-19 In The Marian Weight Room Enforces New Changes