Upper Perkiomen's boys wrestling team delivered an impressive performance in its season-opening tournament. Drew Bennett achieved unexpected success by earning a gold medal.
Bennett's success might have shocked the outside wrestling community, according to head coach Omar Porrata. However, the coach claimed he wasn't surprised by the senior's accomplishment.
"I see what he and the team does day in and day out," Porrata wrote in a text message. "Exciting stuff."
Bennett posted one of two championships for the Indians at the Rough Rider Invitational on Saturday, Nov. 29. He reeled off four wins, including three pins, to secure the title at 215 pounds.
Ben Godshall added a first-place finish at 133 pounds to help lead the Indians to a ...