KCI, MEC Grapplers Advance to Class 2 Boys Wrestling State Semifinals

Wrestlers from Chillicothe, Maryville, Mid-Buchanan, and Savannah to compete in semifinals

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

Several wrestlers from the KCI and Midland Empire Conference will be represented in the Class 2 Boys Wrestling state tournament semifinals. Competitors from Chillicothe, Maryville, Mid-Buchanan, and Savannah will be taking the mat on Thursday afternoon as they look to keep their seasons alive.

Why it matters

High school wrestling is a popular sport in Missouri, with the state tournament drawing significant interest from fans and media. Advancing to the semifinals is a major accomplishment for these young athletes, showcasing their hard work and skill on the mat.

The details

The Class 2 Boys Wrestling state tournament semifinals and third-round wrestlebacks will take place on Thursday starting at 12:15 p.m. Wrestlers from Chillicothe, Maryville, Mid-Buchanan, and Savannah will be competing in weight classes ranging from 120 pounds to 215 pounds.

  • The Class 2 semifinals and third-round wrestlebacks start at 12:15 p.m. on Thursday.
  • The fourth-round wrestlebacks will start at 1:15 p.m. on Thursday.

The players

M. Boon

Wrestler from Chillicothe competing in the 106-pound 3rd Round Wrestlebacks.

C. Mora Perez

Wrestler from Benton competing in the 113-pound 3rd Round Wrestlebacks.

L. Smith

Wrestler from Savannah competing in the 120-pound Semifinals.

C. Schreck

Wrestler from Mid-Buchanan competing in the 120-pound Semifinals.

C. Hollingsworth

Wrestler from Benton competing in the 132-pound 3rd Round Wrestlebacks.

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What’s next

The winners of the semifinals matches will advance to the Class 2 state championship finals on Saturday.

The takeaway

The strong representation from the KCI and Midland Empire Conference in the Class 2 Boys Wrestling state semifinals highlights the talent and competitiveness of high school wrestling programs in this region of Missouri.