George Jenkins girls wrestling team wins first district title

The Ledger names its all-county girls wrestling team for the 2026 season

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:23am

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The Ledger has announced its all-county girls wrestling team for the 2026 season, with the George Jenkins High School team earning its first ever district title on February 13th by scoring 175 points and outperforming rivals like Auburndale High School.

Why it matters

Girls wrestling has been growing rapidly in popularity in Florida, and this is the first time the George Jenkins team has won a district title, showcasing the hard work and talent of the student athletes on the team.

The details

The George Jenkins High School girls wrestling team scored 175 points to win the district title on February 13th, beating out other top teams in the region like Auburndale High School. This is the first time the George Jenkins team has earned a district championship.

  • The district title was won on February 13, 2026.

The players

George Jenkins High School

A public high school located in Lakeland, Florida that has now won its first ever district title in girls wrestling.

Auburndale High School

A public high school located in Auburndale, Florida that was one of the top competitors against George Jenkins for the district wrestling title.

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The takeaway

The George Jenkins girls wrestling team's historic district title win showcases the growth and success of girls wrestling programs in Florida, and sets them up for potential further achievements at the regional and state levels.