Prep wrestling is well underway and District 51 schools are showcasing some top-notch talent. Twenty-eight wrestlers with state tournament experience return.

Central coach Clint Trujillo welcomes back seven returning state participants. Hassin Maynes and J.P. Espinoza qualified as freshmen. Teammates Tristan Dean, Dagen Harris, Tyler Ziek, Javian Hernandez and Devin Hickey also competed at state. Hernandez placed fourth in 2021 and Hickey finished 35-9 last season. He and fellow senior Jaysten Sanchez were undefeated at last weekend’s Maverick Duals. Because student enrollment rose, Central will wrestle in Class 5A after six years in 4A.