Cottage Grove High School Wrestling
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The Cottage Grove High School Wrestling team endeavors to create an environment where student athletes learn to compete with integrity, work with focused determination, and create consistent life-long good habits.
Week 4: December 8th- December 14th
Great work last week. The intramural Blue vs. Gold dual was a highlight and drew the largest crowd we have seen in years. Our high school teams had a quick turnaround and opened the season strong against Pleasant Hill and North Eugene's squad's. The Boys team starts the year 2–0 in duals, and both teams showed encouraging early progress.
The Boys team traveled to Bend for the Adrian Irwin Tournament, while the Girls team competed in Salem at the Battle for the Belt. We had several impressive performances and one tournament champion. Congratulations to Jeffrey Conklin for pinning his way to his first tournament title of the season. Jayden Davis was on pace for a championship before getting caught in the second round with a 14–2 lead. Braxton Nowak, wrestling up at 215, placed fourth, and Ramon Munoz-Gonzales finished sixth.
Our JV athletes also competed well, with Finnegan Kent and Ben Miller winning their brackets and several others finishing in the top three.
At the Battle for the Belt in Salem, the Girls team earned several medals in a tough field. Boston Kent placed second, Emma Adair took fourth, and Taylor Blank finished fifth, helping the Lady Lions place 14th overall. On the JV side, Bailey Jones and Jaylee Tripp both took second, Bella Valencia fourth, Summer Bell fifth, and Olivia Basting sixth.
We should be very proud of all CGHS wrestlers. This week we look ahead to the North Bend Coast Classic following our four-way dual in Florence at Siuslaw High School. All eligible wrestlers will travel for Wednesday’s dual, though we cannot guarantee time for all JV exhibition matches. The Coast Classic allows only two entrants per weight class (one varsity and one JV) for both Boys and Girls teams. Challenge matches on Monday will determine varsity lineups for both the Siuslaw dual and the Coast Classic. Athletes not competing will not travel with the team.
Reminder: Unexcused absences from practice or school will result in ineligibility for competition that full WEEK.
Schedule - Please note the slight change in practice times.
Monday: 7:00-7:30 am optional zero period | Boys 3:45–5:45pm | Girls 5:30–7:30 pm Challenge Matches
Tuesday: 7:00-7:30 am optional zero period |Girls 3:45–5:45pm | Boys 5:30–7:30pm
Wednesday: 7:00-7:30 am optional zero period | Siuslaw Duals @ Siuslaw HS — Wrestlers report at 1:45 pm - Weigh-ins 4:30 pm, Wrestling 5:30 pm
Thursday: 7:00-7:30 am optional zero period | Girls 3:45–5:45pm | Boys 5:30–7:30pm - PICTURE DAY Girls Wrestling 3:30, Boys Wrestling 3:50
Friday: Coast Classic @ North Bend HS - Wrestlers report at 8:30 am - Weigh-ins 11:30 am, Wrestling 1:00 pm
Saturday: Coast Classic @ North Bend HS — Weigh-ins 8:00 am, Wrestling 9:00 am
Athletes will be staying overnight at the Ko-Kwel Hotel for the Coast Classic Wrestling tournament
3201 Tremont Avenue • North Bend, OR 97459
541.756.8800 • 800.953.4800 • kokwelresorts.com
Week 3: December 1st - December 7th
It's our first competition week!! The schedule below has the dates/start times/report times for each day. On Tuesday we'll have our annual Blue v Gold intramural competition (see attached flier), please note the admission fee of one case of water/gatorade or non-perishable snacks or a $5-10 donation to help offset team snacks throughout the season. The Lincoln Middle School Tigers and the Cottage Grove Wrestling Club Little Lions will also be scrimmaging so please come out and support Cottage Grove wrestling!! The Lions are competing against North Eugene and Pleasant Hill on Wednesday and the teams are splitting on Friday/Saturday. The Girls team will travel to McKay HS for the Battle at the Capital tournament and the Boys are headed to Bend to compete at the Adrian Irwin Invite. All eligible wrestlers will travel for these tournaments. Keep in mind that unexcused absences from practice will result in ineligibility for competition that full WEEK.
Schedule:
Here is the schedule for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-5:30 pm Boys - 5:00-7:00 pm Girls
Tuesday: Blue v Gold Showcase - CGHS & LMS wrestling starts at 6:00 pm - CG Wrestling club starts at 5:00 pm - Athletes report at 4:00pm
Wednesday: Report to wrestling room at 3:30 - Weigh-ins at 4:00 pm - JV at 5:00 pm - Girls at 5:30 pm- Boys Varsity at 6:00 pm
Thursday: 3:30-5:30 pm Girls - 5:00-7:00 pm Boys
Friday Girls: Girls report to CGHS at 4:50 AM - weigh-ins at 7:30 AM- Wrestling starts at 9:00 AM
Friday Boys: Boys report at 10:00 AM - Weigh-ins 2 PM - Wrestling starts at 4:00 PM
Saturday Boys: Weigh-ins at 8:00 AM - Wrestling at 10:00 AM - JV wrestlers will wrestle Saturday only
Week 2: November 24th - November 30th
We had a really solid first week in both Boys and Girls practices. Please take a special note that unexcused absences from practice will result in ineligibility for competition that week. Also, make sure to communicate before practice starts!!
This week will be a bit odd with the school schedule, but practice times are listed below. Athletes will certify their weight this week. For more information about that process you can check out the OSAA website.
This week will also be a trial week for required practice shirts. Athletes will be issued practice shirts and required to wear them. Coaching staff will organize and provide direction for laundry. We will be washing practice shirts on site and they SHOULD NOT leave campus.
Grades:
Athletes need to be passing at least 5 classes and have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. If they do not meet those requirements, they are required to attend Wednesday school. This goes for athletes that are eligible but may have an F. Wednesday school will continue each week until the grades are brought up.
Practices:
Here are the practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-5:30 pm Boys - 5:00-7:00 pm Girls
Tuesday: 3:30-5:30 pm Girls - 5:00-7:00 pm Boys
Wednesday: 4:00-6:30 pm Both Boys and Girls
Thursday: Enjoy the Holiday!!
Friday: 9:00-11:00 am Both Boys and Girls
Week 1: November 17th - November 23rd
The '25-26 wrestling season is finally here and we're excited to get started! Here is some information about registration, practice, what gear your athlete needs, as well as Meet The Lions.
As we transition into separate Boys and Girls programs, both teams will use this website for reference and weekly updates. You can expect the website to be updated at least every Sunday. The updates include practice scheduling, competitions, and travel itinerary's for the week and beyond. Routine communications should be handled primarily through the Band app, email 2nd, and text/phone call last. Parents will have a separate band thread for any questions or chats, parents, please don't post or chat from the Athlete's Band app.
Registration:
Before an athlete can practice they need to be registered on FamilyID (scroll down for a comprehensive set of instructions) and have an up to date physical on file in the office. Please do not bring your physical to the coaches, they need to be turned in to the athletic secretary Lena Twyman in the main office. Once you have turned it into her, please bring a signed note to practice saying you are cleared to participate.
Grades:
Athletes need to be passing at least 5 classes and have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. If they do not meet those requirements, they are required to attend Wednesday school. This goes for athletes that are eligible but may have an F. Wednesday school will continue each week until the grades are brought up.
Practices:
Here are the practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-5:30 pm Boys - 5:00-7:00 pm Girls
Tuesday: 3:30-5:30 pm Girls - 5:00-7:00 pm Boys
Wednesday: 4:00-6:30 pm Both Boys and Girls
Thursday: 3:30-5:30 pm Both Boys and Girls and Meet The Lions at 6:00 pm
Friday: 3:30-5:30 pm Boys - 5:00-7:00 pm Girls
The first week of practices will be assessments and fundamental skill development. Competition teams will be determined by coaching staff and wrestle-offs weekly. An athlete always has the opportunity to compete for a Varsity spot the week of competition. It's not unusual for a wrestler to start the year as a Novice and compete the Regional Tournament.
What Each Athlete Needs for Practice:
IT’S MANDATORY TO WEAR CLEAN CLOTHES DAILY. Athletes will need to wear their own bottoms and optional sweatshirts. Jewelry is not allowed while wrestling, please remove jewelry prior to coming in for practice. This season athletes are required to wear the program provided practice shirts for practice @CGHS. Athletes will be issued t-shirts and are responsible to wash, maintain, and return them at the end of the season.
Water Bottle: We ask that all athletes come prepared to practice with their own water bottle, sharing will not be allowed. We have fountains where they can be refilled.
Wrestling shoes: Wrestling shoes are required for practice and competition. We have a limited amount of loaner shoes available and would appreciate any leftover shoes families have that they'd be willing to donate. Our kids club is getting pretty big and we need every size. Shoes can be dropped off in at the CGHS wrestling room.
Notebook: We use notebooks to help track goals, quotes, and other various team information throughout the season. Each player will need to have their notebook with them at every practice and game throughout the season. NOTESBOOKS ARE PROVIDED BY COACHING STAFF.
**Head gear is not required to be purchased, the team will provide as needed. If an athlete has braces a mouth guard is required and can be purchased through amazon or locally at Dicks.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out, we are happy to help out!
Meet The Lions:
On Thursday, November 20th, we will meet in the Main Gym for Parent night at 6:00 pm. Meet the Lions will follow directly.
Registration is open on FamilyID for Wrestling
Registration is open on FamilyID for Wrestling
Please make sure all aspects of registration are completed before we start official practices on November 17. If an athlete does not have everything completed, they will not be eligible to start practices until they are completed.
What you must do before you can TRY OUT and/or PRACTICES
Submit registration on FamilyID.com.
Provide current insurance information on your registration.
Have a current physical on file.
Have a current impact test. This will only affect participation eligibility after the initial date that it is offered (may be during the first week of practices).
If you are new to South Lane School District, you must be enrolled as a student before you can participate.
What you must do before you can participate in GAMES/CONTESTS:
Pay all fees & fines
PLEASE NOTE: Athletic fees go towards transportation, officials, & coaching. Coaches reserve the right to have required fundraising for each sport. If you have questions about fundraising requirements, please contact the coach directly.
Meet OSAA grade requirements
* see below for more detailed information *
PHYSICALS:
Physical Forms: Repeat physicals are required every two years. Physicals must be on the state mandated form and TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE, signed by the student's physician, athlete and parent/guardian BEFORE PARTICIPATION CLEARANCE WILL BE ISSUED. If you need to download the form, click here.
CG Clinic Options- **please make sure your physician is using the 2017 version of the physical form**
Nova Healthcare, 541-942-7000 (Walk-ins welcome)
Peacehealth Clinic, 541-767-5200, Bills Insurance (Walk-ins welcome)
INSURANCE:
ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE INSURANCE COVERAGE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE - South Lane School District will be offering insurance through Myers-Stevens & Toohey Co., INC. They are now offering online sign-ups at https://www.myers-stevens.com/.... This process is not immediate so do not delay applying. Parents are responsible to log back in to keep insurance information up-to-date if there are any changes to the athlete's insurance coverage.
FEES:
To pay the athletic fee(s), visit the CGHS webstore by clicking here. If you have not logged in to this site you will need to create a new log in and password. **Paying the fee does not put you on the roster- all athletes MUST ALSO sign up on FamilyID.com.**
Cottage Grove High School athletes are required to pay a $75.00 participation fee for the 1st sport season, $75.00 for the 2nd sport season, and the 3rd sport season is FREE. Basically, you must do a fall and winter sport, in order for the spring season to be FREE. If you qualify for Free or Reduced lunch you are eligible for a discounted price of $40.00.
Additionally, CGHS will be charging a $25 late fee for anyone who has not paid their sports fee by Monday, August 24th. This fee will be fined to your athletes account.
FINES:
ALL FINES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE YOU WILL BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE.
IMPACT TESTING:
Every incoming 9th grader or new student is required to test before they will be eligible to compete in any contests. Fall impact testing will be coordinated through our program. All athletes who need it are expected to participate in the team impact test. In most cases, retesting is required every 2 years. I will give you date and time for the test once it has been coordinated.
GRADES REQUIREMENTS:
OSAA and CGHS require students to take at least five (5) credit classes per trimester and meet credit requirements. Athletes must have passed at least five (5) classes last trimester and be on track to graduate. Additionally, CGHS requires a GPA of 2.0 or higher for the last completed trimester.
'24-25 CGHS Wrestling
'24-25 CGHS Wrestling
Week 15: February 23rd - February 28th
The State Tournament is upon us, and our Cottage Grove High School Boys Wrestling team demonstrated exceptional skill and determination at Philomath HS. This past Saturday, the team excelled, qualifying seven wrestlers for the 4A Oregon State Wrestling Tournament. Congratulations to:
Raphael LaCount – 3rd place, 106 lbs
Jeffrey Conklin – 3rd place, 132 lbs
Carter Bengtson – 3rd place, 144 lbs
Jayden Davis – 5th place, 150 lbs
Luke Fery – 4th place, 165 lbs
Clayton Dewitt – 3rd place, 175 lbs
Mason Barnett – 5th place, 190 lbs
A special commendation to Jayden and Mason, who showcased true grit by winning their wrestle-backs to secure their spots at the State Tournament.
Cottage Grove High School had eight wrestlers qualify for the 4A Oregon State Wrestling Tournament, the most in recent memory. However, this year's achievement of sending seven athletes to the state competition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our wrestlers and coaching staff.
As we prepare for the upcoming State Tournament, let's continue to support and encourage our athletes. Their commitment and passion exemplify the spirit of Cottage Grove High School.
Go Lions!
Weekly Competition Schedule:
2/26-2/28 - State Tournament @ Veterans Memorial Coliseum -1401 N Wheeler Avenue, Portland, OR 97227
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: Departing for Portland @ 1:30 pm - plan to practice - BRING RUNNING SHOES
State Tournament Schedule:
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
5:30pm – 8pm Packet Pick-Up at Veterans Memorial Coliseum (North Stage Entrance)
6pm – 7pm 4A – 1A League Representative Coaches Meeting (Fountain Room)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27
9:30am Participant Entrance Opens (North Stage Entrance)
9:30am – 10:30am Packet Pick-Up (North Stage Entrance)
10:30am 4A Boys, 3A Boys, 2A/1A Boys and 4A/3A/2A/1A Girls Skin/Groom Checks/Weigh-Ins (Exhibit Hall)
11am Doors Open to Public (10:30am Box Office opens)
12pm – 9pm 4A Boys, 3A Boys, 2A/1A Boys and 4A/3A/2A/1A Girls Wrestling (12 mats)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28
5:30am Participant Entrance Opens (North Stage Entrance)
1pm 4A-1A Skin/Groom Checks/Weigh-Ins (Exhibit Hall)
1:30pm- 2:30pm OWCA Coaches Meeting (US Plywood Room)
2:45pm – 10:30pm 4A Boys, 3A Boys, 2A/1A Boys and 4A/3A/2A/1A Girls Wrestling (10 mats)
7pm – 7:30pm Parade of Champions Individual awards follow completion of each weight class
10:45pm Team Awards
Week 14: February 16th - February 22nd
A huge shout out to all of those that helped the tournament be a huge success this past weekend. We received many compliments from coaches, parents and officials about the quality of the tournament. This could not have been possible without the time and food given by so many.
Our Girls wrestled a tough regional tournament. We are so proud of the effort and work it has taken to get them to this point in the season.
Congratulations to Allison Palluck for placing 3rd and qualifying for the state tournment at the end of the month. Also, congratulations to Julia de Souza for placing 5th in her weight class. We look forward to the continued growth in the girls program next year.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
2/22 - Boys Special District 2 State qualifier @ Philomath HS - wrestling at 10:00 am
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 1:30-4 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:45-6 pm
Thursday: Special pool practice - meet at CGHS pool 3:30-5:00. Plan to be at the pool right after school so we can get started right at 3:30.
Friday: 3:45- 5:30 pm
Saturday: Boys Special District 2 meet at Philomath HS - Wrestling starts at 10:00 am - wrestlers report to CGHS at 5:45 am.
Week 12: February 3rd - February 9th
Cottage Grove Boys and Girls Wrestling takes 9th at Cottage Grove Invite
Cottage Grove High School’s wrestling team had a solid showing at our annual HS tournament. Individual placers include:
Allison Palluck - 2nd place - Welcome Back!!
Boston Kent - 1st Place
Jeffrey Conklin 3rd Place
Carter Bengtson - 3rd Place
Clayton Dewitt - 6th Place
I'm very proud of how the CG wrestling community came together to make this work. Without your help we couldn't have done it!!
Upcoming Girls 4A/3A/2A/1A District Regional meet and Boys-only Dual meet in Philomath.
CGHS is expecting over 35 teams to attend this year and we need your help one more time. We're in need of less volunteer help this Friday/Saturday. Sign-ups will also be posted on the Band app tomorrow.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
2/12- Philomath/North Marion Dual meet @ Philomath HS - Wrestling at 5 pm
2/14 - Girls 4A/3A/2A/1A District Regional meet - wrestling at 2 pm
2/15 - Girls 4A/3A/2A/1A District Regional meet - wrestling at 11 am
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: Philomath/North Marion Dual meet BOYS ONLY - Wrestling starts at 5:00 - wrestlers report at 1:45 PM - Girls Practice 3:45-6 pm
Thursday: 3:45-6 pm - Regionals set-up/conditioning practice
Friday: Girls 4A/3A/2A/1A District Regional meet - Wrestling starts at 2:00pm - Girls report at 11:00 AM - Boys report at 1:30 PM
Saturday: Girls 4A/3A/2A/1A District Regional meet - Wrestling at 11:00 am - Girls report to CGHS at 8:00 AM - Boys report @10:30 AM
Week 11: January 27th - February 2nd
Cottage Grove Wrestling Shines at Bay City Dual Meet Tournament
Cottage Grove High School’s wrestling team had a fantastic showing at the Bay City Dual Meet Tournament, earning an impressive third-place finish overall! The team delivered strong performances across the board, with standout victories from Jeffrey Conklin, Joe Miller, Ben Miller, and Lincoln Krasinski, who each had significant wins in their weight classes. This success is a testament to the hard work and determination of our athletes and coaches. Congratulations to the entire team for their grit and teamwork!
Upcoming Dual Meet at Historic MacArthur Court
Mark your calendars for an exciting event on January 30th as Cottage Grove takes on Lowell, Elmira, and Marshfield High schools at the iconic MacArthur Court at the University of Oregon! This special competition celebrates the return of wrestling to the historic venue, promising an unforgettable experience for athletes and fans alike. We need your help to spread the word—please share our event flyer across your social media networks and invite friends and family to join us in cheering on our team. Let’s pack MacCourt with Lion pride!
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Itineraries will be handed out Wednesday Night. Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunches. A signup will be posted on the Parents Band for travel food. Many thanks to those who contributed! We sure appreciate your help keeping our athletes fed and happy.
1/30- MacArthur Court Duals - U of O - Wrestling at 5:30 pm
1/31 - Harrisburg JV tournament - Wrestling at 4:00 pm
2/1 - Harrisburg Girls Tournament - Wrestling at 10:00 am
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:45 -6 pm
Thursday: MacArthur Court Duals, U of O - Wrestling at 5:30 pm - wrestlers report at 2:30 pm
Friday: 3:45-5:30 pm - Varsity/Girls practice - JV tournament @ Harrisburg HS - wrestling at 4:00 pm- JV Wrestlers report to wrestling room at 12:30 pm
Saturday: Harrisburg Girls tournament - Wrestling at 10:00 am - Wrestlers report to CGHS @ 6:45 AM
Week 10: January 20th - January 26th
Congratulations to everyone that competed Friday and/or Saturday. The team wrestled well and showed a lot of improvement. On the girls side, Boston placed 3rd, Alexsis placed 4th, and Tasha placed 5th. As for JV Boys, Mario placed 3rd, Joe placed 2nd, Ben M. placed 3rd, Lincoln placed 2nd, and Ben S. placed 4th, with an overall team finish of 5th place. Finishing up the weekend the varsity boys competed and continued to show the progress they have made with Raph placing 2nd, Jefferey placed 1st, Carter places 2nd (in style), Jayden placed 3rd, Luke placed 4th, Clayton placed 5th, Seth placed 5th, with an overall team finish of 4th place.
This week is going to be a busy one!
Weekly Competition Schedule:
.Travel details are posted on the travel tournaments button at the very top of the page. Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunches. A signup will be posted on the Parents Band for travel food. Many thanks to those who contributed! We sure appreciate your help keeping our athletes fed and happy.
1/21- Dual at Newport - Reporting to the mat room at 12:30 pm
1/23 - Dual at home with Junction City and Hidden Valley ***This is our senior night, so lets pack the house. Spread the word to friends and family*** Report to the mat room at 3:30 pm
1/25 - Bay City duals in Coos Bay - Report to the wrestling room at 5:00 am 1/25
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: Dual @ Newport - Wrestling at 5 pm
Wednesday: 3:45 -6 pm
Thursday: Dual @ Home ***Senior Night*** - Wrestling at 6 pm
Friday: 3:45-5:00 pm
Saturday: CGHS BOYS Wrestling team - wrestling at 10:00 am - wrestlers report to CGHS at 5:00 am
Week 9: January 12th - January 19th
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Its going to be a busy this week!
1/17- Girls & JV Boys Braided - Nick Lutz Invitational - Wrestling at 3 pm, athletes meet at 10 am in the wrestling room.
1/18 - Boys Varsity -
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:45 -6 pm
Thursday:3:45-6 pm - wrestle-offs for varsity
Friday: Boys Varsity Practice 3:45-5:00 pm CGHS GIRLS & JV Boys wrestling team report to Wrestling room at 10:00 am for Siuslaw departure
Saturday: CGHS BOYS Wrestling team report to CGHS @ 5:00 am if a ride is needed. Wrestling starts at 9:30 am.
Week 8: January 6th - January 11th
The boys team rang in the new year at the King of the Hill tournament Invitational in Pleasant Hill this past Saturday. 26 teams competed and the Lions earned a 4th place finish overall, with several in the finals and one tournament Champion! Please congratulate Carter Bengtson for winning the tournament, and Jeffrey Conklin and Jayden Davis for making the finals. These guys really dug deep for their wins and I was super impressed with the overall effort of the team.
Also, since this update is a late addition to the week I can report the results of the annual dual vs. Creswell and Siuslaw from last night. The Lions dominated their matches with a couple of newcomers who earned their first varsity dual meet win. Special congrats to Grimly Owens and Joe Miller. These two athletes are awesome!
Weekly Competition Schedule:
The boys and girls team split this week. The girls will compete in the Braided 64 tournament in Kelso, Washington on Friday and Saturday. The boys will compete at the league dual meet tournament in Sweet Home on Saturday. Travel details are below. Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunches. A signup will be posted on the Parents Band for travel food. Many thanks to those who contributed! We sure appreciate your help keeping our athletes fed and happy.
1/10-1/11 - Girls - Braided 64 tournament in Kelso, WA. Wrestling Start at 1:00 pm on Friday and 9:00 am on Saturday.
The girls team will stay at an Air BNB located at 2415 Park Hill Dr, Longview, WA 98632, USA . Please connect with Coach Christina Kent if there are any questions.
1/11 - Boys - 4A SD2 duals tournament in Sweet Home - Wrestling starts at 9:00 am
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: Dual @ Creswell
Wednesday: 3:45 -6 pm
Thursday:3:45-6 pm
Friday: 3:45-5:30 pm CGHS GIRLS wrestling team report to Wrestling room at 8:00 am for Kelso departure
Saturday: CGHS BOYS Wrestling team report to CGHS @ 5:30 am. Wrestling starts at 9:00 am.
Week 7: December 30th - January 5th
I'm very appreciative of the support the CGHS wrestling team showed during the Grapple at the Grove this past Saturday. It was great to see our wrestling community come together!!
The boys team will compete at the King of the Hill tournament this Saturday and girls have the weekend off. Please make sure to get some rest and eat smart! We're entering the 2nd half of the season and staying healthy is a priority. Eat your veggies, drink your milk and take some vitamin C.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunch for competitions. Due to some great support over the past few weekends, we don't needs snacks for Pleasant Hill. This next tournament information can be found here.
1/4/2025 - King of the Hill @ Pleasant Hill High School. All eligible wrestlers will compete. Competition starts at 10:00 am on 12/28.
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: Happy Holiday!!
Thursday:3:45-6 pm
Friday: 3:45-5:30 pm
Saturday: CGHS BOYS Wrestling team report to CGHS @ 6:20 am.
Week 6: December 23th- December 29nd - Winter Break (kindof)..
What a great weekend. Yes, it was long but we had a great showing at Grants Pass and certainly made a statement!! Our ugly Christmas sweaters were a hit and many people made comments about how awesome they thought the idea was. Well executed CG!
The Varsity and JV team's competed very well at a pretty tough Winter Classic. Allison Palluck brought home another Snow Globe as she pinned her way through the tournament, winning 1st place in the championship match.. again. Boston Kent wrestled a tough tournament, pinning the #2 seed en-route to a 4th place finish. Jeffrey Conklin and Carter Bengtson both brought home well-earned 2nd place medals after having great semi-final matches and Jayden Davis wrestled the best I've seen all season and took 6th. On the JV side, Lincoln Krasinski took 1st and Raph LaCount and Seth Hill finished 4th. A number of other wrestlers had some great matches, and I was very proud of our showing.
The Girls Wrestling team will compete in the Junction City Girls Invitation this weekend. Details can be found on the travel tournament button at the top of the page or here. Also, an itinerary will be sent home on Friday and via the Band app.
The Boys Wrestling team will be working tables at the annual Cottage Grove Wrestling Club Grapple at the Grove kids tournament on Sat. 12/28. This tournament has a 16U bracket so if you'd like some extra wrestling, this would be a great opportunity for those who are 16u (Born 2009-2010 ) and may compete with a USA card. You can find more info about membership with the Cottage Grove Mat Club and USA wrestling membership here or at the CG wrestling club button at the top of the page. Additionally, this is one of those times we ask HS parents to step in and show some support for the Cottage Grove Mat Club. You can sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ABA92AA4FFC70-54074958-grapple, there are still some volunteer opportunities available.
GRADES: Eligibility will be strictly enforced. If an athlete isn't eligible to compete they will not travel with the team. Coaches will talk with those athletes who are ineligible on Monday prior to practice.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunch for competitions. Jen Conklin will post a signup later this week for bringing team food, if needed, and I ask that you support the wrestling team by signing up a couple of times this year. I would like to express thanks to those that helped to provide food for the Winter Kickoff this last weekend. This next weekend tournament information can be found here.
12/28 - Junction CIty Girls Invitational - All eligible wrestlers will compete. Competition starts at 10 am on 12/28.
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: Happy Holiday!!
Thursday:3:45-6 pm
Friday: 3:45-6 pm
Saturday: CGHS Girls Wrestling team report to CGHS @ 6:15 am. Boys wrestling team to report to CGHS @ 8:30 am
Week 5: December 16th- December 22nd - COMPETITION WEEK... AGAIN!!!
We'll continue to refine fundamentals this week and intro more advanced technique as we continue to build some staying power and learn how to wrestle through the third round. It was certainly a pleasure for our wrestlers to compete against some stiff competition.
The boys Varsity and JV team's competed well at the Coast Classic in North Bend. This was another really tough tournament and the Lions had some good success!! Allison Palluck brought home another Coast Classic title, this makes #3 for her, as she pinned her way through the tournament winning each match in the first round!! Jeffrey Conklin brought home a well earned third place and continues to make waves. On the JV side, Lincoln Krasinski took 3rd and Ben Stewart took 4th. A number of other wrestlers had some great matches, and I was very proud of our showing.
The Wrestling team will compete in Grants Pass this weekend at the Winter Kickoff. Details can be found on the travel tournament button at the top of the page or here. Also, an itinerary will be sent out via the Band app. This is another big tournament so if you're planning on coming down to watch, please plan for a crowded venue. Wrestlers will wrestle off on Thursday for Varsity and JV spots. We're planning on everyone wrestling this weekend, but will confirm on Thursday after wrestle-offs.
GRADES: Eligibility will be strictly enforced. If an athlete isn't eligible to compete they will not travel with the team. Coaches will talk with those athletes who are ineligible on Monday prior to practice.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunch for competitions. Jen Conklin will post a signup later this week for bringing team food and I ask that you support the wrestling team by signing up a couple of times this year. I would like to express thanks to those that helped to provide food for the Coast Classic this last weekend. This next weekend tournament information can be found here.
12/20-12/21 - Grants Pass Winter Kickoff - All eligible wrestlers will compete. Competition starts at 11 am on 12/13 and 11 am on 12/14.
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:45-6 pm
Thursday:3:45-6 pm
Friday: All wrestlers report to CGHS wrestling room at 5:45 AM. Bus leaves at 6:00 am
Saturday: Wrestling starts at 11:00 AM
Week 4: December 9th- December 15th - COMPETITION WEEK
By this point in the season, our foundational wrestling is getting settled and we're going to make some adjustments to practice. You'll see that we're starting 15 minutes later in the afternoon this week and may be adding in a couple of swim/morning workouts as space permits. Details will be updated here and by Band.
The boys Varsity and JV team's competed well at the Perry Burlison Classic. This was a really tough tournament!! Jayden Davis wrestled great and took home 5th place honors. On the JV side, Ronin Soulard took 3rd and Ben miller took 5th. I was very proud of how hard we wrestled and glad that we got some wins and matches with high quality opponents.
The girls team took 6th place down at the Willie Wilkerson Memorial in Glide, with Boston Kent leading the team with a 3rd place finish. Newcomers Bella Valencia and and Nicole Wilhour both had standout performances at the tournament and have great potential this season to make an immediate impact in the lineup.
The Wrestling team will compete in North Bend at the Coast Classic this weekend. Details can be found on the travel tournament button at the top of the page or here. Also, an itinerary was sent out via the Band app. This is a huge tournament so if you're planning on coming down to watch, please plan for a crowded venue. Wrestlers will be notified of their competitions following the wrestle off on Thursday. There will be only one wrestler per weight, per team, Boys V/JV and Girls V. Novice wrestlers will not compete, though we may travel with everyone to assist with working the tables.
*****T-shirt order site***** Please submit your orders before the deadline on 12/10/24. Once the store is closed we cannot reopen it.
https://cghswrestling2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Here's an additional team store for custom CG hoodie's and other team apparel.
https://www.sixwrestling.com/cghs
GRADES: Eligibility will be strictly enforced. If an athlete isn't eligible to compete they will not travel with the team. Coaches will talk with those athletes who are ineligible on Monday prior to practice.
Weekly Competition Schedule:
Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunch for competitions. Jen Conklin will post a signup later this week for bringing team food and I ask that you support the wrestling team by signing up a couple of times this year. I would like to express thanks to those that helped to provide food for both the Cascade and Glide tournaments this last weekend. This next weekend tournament information can be found here.
12/13-12/14 - North Bend Coast Classic - Boys & Girls V/JV will compete. Competition starts at 1 pm on 12/13 and 9 am on 12/14.
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:45-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:45-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:45-6 pm
Thursday:3:45-6 pm
Friday: All wrestlers report to CGHS wrestling room at 8:15 AM. Bus leaves for both tournaments at 8:30 am
Saturday: Wrestling starts at 9:00 AM
Week 3: December 2nd- December 8th - COMPETITION WEEK!!!!
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving break and spent some time getting healthy. This is a busy week and we'll need everyone's A game to make sure things run smoothly!
The annual CGHS Blue v Gold wrestle-off will Start this Tuesday at 6 pm at CGHS in the Main gym. Lincoln Middle School will be running their annual Black v Gold wrestle off on a 2nd mat. This is a pretty cool event and its a great way for the CG wrestling community to come together. Every wrestler who is eligible has a match and you can expect a great showcase.
The Wrestling team will split for competitions a couple of times this week as well. Wrestlers will be notified of their competitions following the wrestle off on Tuesday. Details for each event are listed below in the weekly schedule. Additional details about each weekend travel tournament are available on the button at the top of the page or here.
Wrestlers will have the opportunity to compete for the Varsity spot every week and this is no exception. Novice and first year wrestlers will compete in a couple Novice-only events this year, starting with a round-robin exhibition this Thursday at Thurston High school. This is a friendly competition that Coach Simons hosts for the benefit of novice wrestling and is a great way to get a competition feel for newer wrestlers.
*****T-shirt order site***** Please submit your orders before the deadline. Once the store is closed we cannot reopen it.
https://cghswrestling2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Here's an additional team store for custom CG hoodie's and other team apparel.
https://www.sixwrestling.com/cghs
GRADES: Eligibility will be strictly enforced. If an athlete isn't eligible to compete they will not travel with the team. Coaches will talk with those athletes who are ineligible on Monday prior to practice.
Weekly Schedule:
Athletes should plan to provide their own snacks and lunch for competitions. Jen Conklin will post a signup later this week for bringing team food and I ask that you support the wrestling team by signing up a couple of times this year. The weekend tournament information can be found here.
12/3 - Cottage Grove HS Blue v Gold wrestle-offs - Start 6 pm @ CGHS
12/5 - NOVICE Boys & Girls wrestlers, Thurston Novice tournament, @ Thurston High school- 5 pm start time - NO SPECTATORS
12/5 - Varsity/JV Boys & Girls wrestlers, Tri-Dual v Pleasant Hill & North Eugene @ Pleasant Hill Highs school - 6 pm start time
12/7 - Varsity/JV Boys - Perry Burlison wrestling classic, @ Cascade High school - 10 am start time
12/7 - Varsity/JV Girls - Willie Wilkinson Memorial, @ Glide High school - 9 am start time
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:30-5:30 Pre-competition setup/prep - 6:00pm Blue v Gold inter-squad competition
Wednesday: 3:30-6 pm
Thursday: All wrestlers report to CGHS wrestling room at 3:30
Novice @ Thurston - 5 pm Start time
Varsity/JV @ Pleasant Hill - 6 pm start time
Friday: 3:30-5:30 pm
Saturday: All wrestlers report to CGHS wrestling room at 5:30 AM. Bus leaves for both tournaments at 5:45
Week 2: November 25th - December 1st
Well done making some adjustments this week, very proud of the CG wrestling staff and those room leaders who filled a much needed role! And a special thank to the professionalism of the coaching staff!!
This week will be building on last weeks fundamentals in preparation for our first competitions in early December. This is a short week and many wrestlers will "certify" their weight class for the season, starting this Monday 11/25, More information can be found on the yellow button above titled ORegon Weight Monitoring Program. The weight monitoring program is an OSAA mandate which ensure that wrestlers safely descend in body weight as the season progresses. CGHS does not "cut weight" and it's important to note the distinction between old school "cuttin' weight" and our current model of weight descension. The coaching staff encourage wrestlers to manage weight through a healthy diet and hydration, good sleep routines and a little bit of discipline. Three trips to the buffet are too many!!
Staff sure appreciates those parents and athletes who'd showed up to represent at Meet the Lions and more Winter sports calendars will be printed soon. I'll try to keep a stack in the wrestling room so our athletes can post them.
Just in case.. Registration again:
Before an athlete can practice they need to be registered on FamilyID (scroll down for a comprehensive set of instructions) and have an up to date physical on file in the office. Please do not bring your physical to the coaches, they need to be turned in to the athletic secretary Lena Twyman in the main office. Once you have turned it into her, please bring a signed note to practice saying you are cleared to participate.
Weekly Schedule:
The monthly calendar has been updated and shows some new information about start times, etc., and also, we're going to add in quite a few Novice competitions this year
Practices:
Practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:30-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:30-6 pm
Thursday: THANKSGIVING - Optional practice/workout 12:00 pm -1:30 pm @CGHS
Friday: 3:30-5:30 pm
******* Weekly Competition Schedule coming soon **********
Week 1: November 18th - November 22nd
The '24-25 wrestling season is finally here and we cannot wait to get started! Here is some information about registration, tryouts/practice, what your athlete needs, and Meet The Lions.
Registration:
Before an athlete can practice they need to be registered on FamilyID (scroll down for a comprehensive set of instructions) and have an up to date physical on file in the office. Please do not bring your physical to the coaches, they need to be turned in to the athletic secretary Lena Twyman in the main office. Once you have turned it into her, please bring a signed note to practice saying you are cleared to participate.
Practices:
Here are the practices for this upcoming week:
Monday: 3:30-6 pm
Tuesday: 3:30-6 pm
Wednesday: 3:30-6 pm
Thursday: 3:30-6 pm
Friday: 4-5:30 pm and Meet The Lions at 6:00 pm
The first week of practices will be assessments and fundamental skill development. Competition teams will be determined by coaching staff and wrestle-offs. An athlete always has the opportunity to compete for a Varsity spot the week of competition. It's not unusual for a wrestler to start the year as a Novice and compete the Regional Tournament. The goal is to have athletes ready for competition on Dec. 5th.
What Each Athlete Needs for Practice:
Please make sure that all athletes have the following in order to be prepared for practices: Athletic clothing with no zippers or street shoes in the mat room. Jewelry is not allowed while wrestling, please remove jewelry prior to coming in for practice.
Water Bottle: We ask that all athletes come prepared to practice with their own water bottle, sharing will not be allowed. We have fountains where they can be refilled.
Cottage Grove T-Shirt: We ask that all athletes wear an unmodified Cottage Grove or plain t-shirt each day to practice. We have a couple available for anyone that need some and we will be doing a t-shirt order at Meet The Lions for those that need to stock up for the season. IT’S MANDATORY TO WEAR CLEAN CLOTHES DAILY. TAKE HOME SWEATY CLOTHES EVERY DAY AFTER PRACTICE. THIS IS TO HELP STAY GERM FREE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.
Notebook: We use notebooks to help track goals, quotes, and other various team information throughout the season. Each player will need to have their notebook with them at every practice and game throughout the season. NOTESBOOKS ARE PROVIDED BY THE COACHES.
**Head gear is not required to be purchased, team will provide. If an athlete has braces a mouth guard is required.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out, I am happy to help out!
Meet The Lions:
On Friday, November 2nd, we will meet in the Main Gym for Parent night at 6:00 pm. Meet the Lions will follow directly.
Registration is open on FamilyID for Wrestling
Registration is open on FamilyID for Wrestling
Please make sure all aspects of registration are completed before we start official practices on November 18. If an athlete does not have everything completed, they may not be eligible to start practices/tryouts until they are completed.
FamilyID link: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/cottage-grove-high-school
What you must do before you can TRY OUT and/or PRACTICES
Submit registration on FamilyID.com.
Provide current insurance information on your registration.
Have a current physical on file.
Have a current impact test. This will only affect participation eligibility after the initial date that it is offered (may be during the first week of practices).
If you are new to South Lane School District, you must be enrolled as a student before you can participate.
What you must do before you can participate in GAMES/CONTESTS:
Pay all fees & fines
PLEASE NOTE: Athletic fees go towards transportation, officials, & coaching. Coaches reserve the right to have required fundraising for each sport. If you have questions about fundraising requirements, please contact the coach directly.
Meet OSAA grade requirements
* see below for more detailed information *
PHYSICALS:
Physical Forms: Repeat physicals are required every two years. Physicals must be on the state mandated form and TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE, signed by the student's physician, athlete and parent/guardian BEFORE PARTICIPATION CLEARANCE WILL BE ISSUED. If you need to download the form, click here.
CG Clinic Options- **please make sure your physician is using the 2017 version of the physical form**
Nova Healthcare, 541-942-7000 (Walk-ins welcome)
Peacehealth Clinic, 541-767-5200, Bills Insurance (Walk-ins welcome)
INSURANCE:
ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE INSURANCE COVERAGE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE - South Lane School District will be offering insurance through Myers-Stevens & Toohey Co., INC. They are now offering online sign-ups at https://www.myers-stevens.com/.... This process is not immediate so do not delay applying. Parents are responsible to log back in to keep insurance information up-to-date if there are any changes to the athlete's insurance coverage.
FEES:
To pay the athletic fee(s), visit the CGHS webstore by clicking here. If you have not logged in to this site you will need to create a new log in and password. **Paying the fee does not put you on the roster- all athletes MUST ALSO sign up on FamilyID.com.**
Cottage Grove High School athletes are required to pay a $75.00 participation fee for the 1st sport season, $75.00 for the 2nd sport season, and the 3rd sport season is FREE. Basically, you must do a fall and winter sport, in order for the spring season to be FREE. If you qualify for Free or Reduced lunch you are eligible for a discounted price of $40.00.
Additionally, CGHS will be charging a $25 late fee for anyone who has not paid their sports fee by Monday, August 24th. This fee will be fined to your athletes account.
FINES:
ALL FINES MUST BE PAID IN FULL BEFORE YOU WILL BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE.
IMPACT TESTING:
Every incoming 9th grader or new student is required to test before they will be eligible to compete in any contests. Fall impact testing will be coordinated through our program. All athletes who need it are expected to participate in the team impact test. In most cases, retesting is required every 2 years. I will give you date and time for the test once it has been coordinated.
GRADES REQUIREMENTS:
OSAA and CGHS require students to take at least five (5) credit classes per trimester and meet credit requirements. Athletes must have passed at least five (5) classes last trimester and be on track to graduate. Additionally, CGHS requires a GPA of 2.0 or higher for the last completed trimester.
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