Moline's Maryam Ndiaye pinned her way into the semifinals at the state wrestling tournament, winning her opening matches at 155 pounds in impressive times and maintaining a perfect 29-0 season record.

The Big Picture

High school wrestlers, including other standout athletes like Sanaa Hampton, Afi Koumasse, and Nadia Anderson, are competing in the state tournament with the potential to place as high as third.

By the Numbers
  • Maryam Ndiaye improved to 29-0 on the season.
  • Sanaa Hampton has a 13-3 overall record heading into her next match.
  • Afi Koumasse currently stands at 11-2 for the season.
  • Nadia Anderson improved to 14-7 on the season.
State of Play
  • Maryam Ndiaye faces freshman Payton Temple in the semifinals.
  • Sanaa Hampton is set to contend with Dempsey Atkinson in her next match.
  • Afi Koumasse will be up against Jasmine Rene in her upcoming bout.
  • Nadia Anderson is scheduled to compete against Rose Craig in her next match.
Bottom Line

High school wrestler Maryam Ndiaye's advancement into the state tournament semifinals, alongside other talented athletes, showcases a fierce competition with the potential for significant placements.