NB Grapplers Handed Defeats by Valley, WB

The Northern Bedford High School wrestling team suffered a 27-24 setback at Juniata Valley on Jan. 26.

Back-to-back pins by sophomore Drew Childers (138 pounds) and senior Tristin Pepple (145) gave the Panthers a 12-0 lead. Juniata Valley went ahead 27-12 behind three forfeits, one fall and one decision. Forfeits awarded to NB juniors Dillian Walker (120) and Reyan Imler (126) capped the scoring.

There were no matches at 172, 106, 113 and 132 pounds.

• West Branch 47, NB 9: Visiting West Branch took advantage of five forfeits and earned two major decisions in a 47-9 win Jan. 28.

West Branch also had one fall and one decision in the victory.

NB junior Reyan Imler earned a decision at 132, while sophomore Drew Childers earned a fall at 145.

There were no matches at 126 and 106 pounds.