By: Morgan Kolarik, Staff Writer

It was the District wrestling meet. All the participants had that nervous excited feeling athletes get before they play. The wrestlers stood around waiting for their turn to take down their opponent. One spot away from state could have made some hang their head and walk away. For a wrestler at Marion, it was an opportunity to get better and work harder for next year.

Scout Morehouse is a junior at Marion High School. He has been wrestling since eighth grade and has made the varsity team. “[I started wrestling] in eighth grade, but when I was little I use to wrestle my brother.” Scout’s brother is London Morehouse, who is also on the wrestling team at Marion High School. Scout also participates in cross-country. The boy’s team went to state this year.

It’s a new season, and new team. “I feel our team is very strong, and we will have a very successful season this year.” said Scout. Coaches Weisinger, Immerfall, Conway, and Fontenot seem to be having an impact on their players. Practices seem enjoyable also, “The best part about practice is being able to see Weisinger’s smile and being with Alex Hunter”, said Scout

The wrestlers at Marion have their first meet at home against Washington High School and Maquoketa on December 1st.

For those who want to be involved in wrestling or are new comers to the sport,” It’s a tough sport so even through the rough times preserver.” says Scout. “Everyone should come to at least one wrestling meet so they can see the future state champ Alex Hunter wrestle.” Said Scout with a smile.

It’s the District Wrestling meet for the 2009-2010 season. The wrestlers are standing around waiting to see how the end of the season is going to pan out. Scout awaits his chance to qualify for the state meet. The chance to place at state isn’t far away.