

Women's wrestling is the fastest-growing sport in America. But it's still not fully sanctioned. In Ohio, a wrestling hotbed, girls must compete for their titles - and fight for their sport to be recognized.
Ryan J. Kelly
1. Unsanctioned
For some, wrestling has been a part of their lives for years; for others, its just the beginning of a dream.
2. Numbers Have Doubled
A rising program reveals how fast girls' wrestling is evolving as the season opens at a historic tournament.
3. They're Gonna Have Their Tournament
For the first time, Ohio girls begin a season with a sanctioned state championship of their own.
4. It's Brutal At Times
Injuries are unavoidable, forcing some to battle back. As the season intensifies, the girls find inspiration.
5. Orange on 3!
Ohio's best come together for a season-defining tournament, as pressure and demands begin to mount.
6. Wrestling Saved My Life
Through personal stories and pioneer voices, we see how girls' wrestling became more than a sport.
7. The Road To Regionals
The explosive growth of girls wrestling is on display as the nation's best compete in Fargo.
8. Do It Again!
The path to the first sanctioned state tournament begins as girls across Ohio battle through regionals.
9. Through The Tunnel
The lights are brighter, the stakes higher, as girls rise—and struggle—in the first sanctioned tournament.
10. Wrestle Back Or Go Home
As the field narrows, every match grows heavier—some dreams fade while others fight to keep going.
11. Parade Of Champions
Only the best remain as the podium takes shape—but every wrestler here created an unrepeatable moment.
Allyssa Pirro
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Zoë Hussar
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Genevieve Duxbury
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Jaydyn McKinney
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David Partee
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Kurt Angle
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Bill McKinney
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Catherine Kerr
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Isaiah Hill
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Surraiya Mahmud
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Riley Banyas
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Adri Metzler
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