Maddie and Gavin Ripley Dominate State Wrestling Championships
The Ripley siblings from Oceanside High School both clinched state wrestling titles, marking a historic season for the family.
- Maddie Ripley won her second state championship in a different weight class, becoming the first girl in Maine to win against boys in two different divisions.
- Gavin Ripley, overshadowed by his sister's historic achievements, secured his third straight Class B championship and placed third at the New England championships.
- Maddie Ripley also won the inaugural New England girls' wrestling championship, capping off her high school career with multiple firsts.
- The Ripley siblings' success has significantly boosted interest in wrestling among girls in Maine, with the number of competitors at the state girls' championship nearly doubling.
- Both Maddie and Gavin Ripley have ambitious plans for their future in wrestling, aiming for collegiate and possibly international success.