Elizabeth has a state champion wrestler, and two finishers in the top three.

EHS sophomore Thomas Lee, 39-4, defeated Eaton freshman Blake Hawkins, 21-5, in a 7-2 decision on Saturday at Ball Arena in Denver, to win the Class 3A wrestling title in the 106-lb. weight class.

Also making the podium at state was Kyle Owen at 114 lbs. The 35-7 senior pinned Sterling senior Seth Marick, 28-5, at 1:47. 

These photos were provided by Michelle Owen. 

Numerous photos of Lee’s finals match are available on CHSAA’s website. They are the first batch of photos at this page.