Blair wrestler makes history, qualifying for state tourney
The Bears' Abigail James has her hand raised by the referee Tuesday at Blair High School.
Grant Egger
Blair's Abigail James, top, works to turn Millard North's Sloan Hardy on Monday at Conestoga High School.
Grant Egger
Blair 145-pounder Abigail James, left, works to turn Avrianna Lofton of Omaha Benson on Friday at Fremont High School.
Grant Egger
Blair's Abigail James, right, stalks her opponent Friday at Plattsmouth High School.
Grant Egger
Abigail James, left, grapples with Savanah Roan on Tuesday during practice at Blair High School.
Grant Egger
Members of the first NSAA-sanctioned Blair High School girls wrestling team pose for a photo Tuesday afternoon during just their second day of practice. They are Maia Opetaia-Swope, front row, from left, Ali Wheeler, Jaslyn Raymond, Riley Martin, Josie Tilson, Brooklynn Cziria and Lindsey Bennett. Middle row: Abigail James, Savanah Roan, Payton Smith, Karlie Dewitt-Dodd, Najmina Ahmadzada, Josie Biffar, Jo Inget and manager Calli Barbre. Back row: Bailey Domann, Lizzy Flynn, Shelby Kain, Ella Andahl, Emily Loerzel, Madi James, Bri Matzen and Lauren Stambaugh.
Nannen & Harte Physical Therapy Athlete of the Week Abigail James became the first Blair wrestler to qualify for the NSAA Girls State Championships last week. The Bear was honored alongside Arlington's Emme Timm and Austin Welchert of Fort Calhoun.
