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Lowell Today
By the People, for the People
Holland's Andreas Valkema earns 150th win, qualifies for regionals
The Dutch wrestler is one of 18 to advance from the Division 2 individual districts
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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Andreas Valkema, a wrestler from Holland, Michigan, earned the 150th win of his career during the Division 2 individual district tournament on Saturday, February 14th. Valkema's milestone victory was one of 18 wrestlers who qualified for the regional tournament.
Why it matters
Reaching 150 career wins is a significant accomplishment in high school wrestling, demonstrating Valkema's skill, dedication, and longevity over his four-year varsity career. Qualifying for the regional tournament is also a major milestone, as only the top wrestlers in each weight class advance to that level of competition.
The details
Valkema, a Dutch wrestler, earned his 150th career victory during the Division 2 individual district tournament held in Lowell, Michigan on February 14th. His milestone win was part of a successful day that saw him advance to the regional tournament, where he will compete against the best wrestlers in his weight class from the surrounding area.
- Valkema earned his 150th career win on February 14, 2026 during the Division 2 individual district tournament.
- The Division 2 individual district tournament took place in Lowell, Michigan.
The players
Andreas Valkema
A wrestler from Holland, Michigan who earned his 150th career win and qualified for the regional tournament.
What they’re saying
“I take a lot of pride in getting to 150 wins.”
— Andreas Valkema (Holland Sentinel)
What’s next
Valkema will compete in the regional tournament, where he will face off against the top wrestlers in his weight class from the surrounding area.
The takeaway
Valkema's 150th career win and qualification for the regional tournament are impressive accomplishments that showcase his skill and dedication as a high school wrestler over the course of his four-year varsity career.
