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Double gold for Cowichan’s Zuback at wrestling nationals
Zuback won the U17 51kg freestyle title and a second gold in Greco-Roman after beating Ontario’s top-ranked wrestler in the semifinals.
- Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club standout Brayden Zuback won double gold at the 2026 Canadian Wrestling Championships in Grande Prairie April 24 to 26, capturing U17 51kg freestyle and Greco Roman titles.
- Nick Zuback, coach and father, credited his son's success to the team motto: "1, 2, No Quit." Brayden defeated a top-ranked wrestler from Ontario in the freestyle semi-final before claiming the national title.
- Emily Ingram-Reid earned silver in the U17 73kg event, while Emma Greenwood secured bronze in the U19 69kg category. Elyssa Olson took bronze in the U17 73kg freestyle division despite sustaining an injury.
- Aoife Mann and Skyler Bilot both finished fourth in their weight classes. Lyla Boylan recorded a 3-2 record but withdrew due to injuries sustained during the tournament.
- Team performances reflected the dedication required to compete on the national stage, demonstrating resilience and growth. Five of seven Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club athletes competed in the Greco Roman event, showcasing the club's development.
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Sooke News MirrorDouble gold for Cowichan’s Zuback at wrestling nationals
Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club standout Brayden Zuback won double gold at the 2026 Canadian Wrestling Championships in Grande Prairie April 24 to 26. Competing in the U17 51kg freestyle division, Zuback faced the top ranked wrestler from Ontario in the semi-final and in the closing seconds, he found a way to get the win. He carried the momentum on to the final and claimed the national title. “Brayden truly embodies our club motto: 1, 2, No Quit,…
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