Kemp Claims District Wrestling Title

Senior Tyson Kemp wins 3A Special District Championship, qualifies for state tournament

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Tyson Kemp, a senior wrestling at 150 pounds for the Sisters Outlaws, won the 3A Special District Wrestling Championships held at McLoughlin High School. Kemp pinned his first three opponents in quick fashion before facing a tougher challenge in the championship match, ultimately securing an 11-5 decision to claim the district title. Kemp's younger brother Zack also qualified for state by placing third in the 132-pound class.

Why it matters

Tyson Kemp's district championship is a historic achievement for the Sisters High School wrestling program, as he becomes the first ever district champion boys wrestler in school history. Both Kemp brothers qualifying for the state tournament is a testament to the strength of the Outlaws' wrestling program and the support they provide to student-athletes.

The details

Kemp pinned his first three opponents - Kaleb DeCroo of Burns in 23 seconds, Etienne Armstrong of Vale in 17 seconds, and Marshall Koch of McLoughlin in 52 seconds - before facing a tougher challenge in the championship match against Jasper Skunkcap of Burns. Kemp started strong, leading 7-0 after the first period, but Skunkcap rallied in the second period to make it 8-3. Kemp pulled away in the final period to secure the 11-5 decision and claim the district title.

  • The 3A Special District Wrestling Championships were held on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • The state wrestling championships will be held on February 26-27, 2026 at Portland's Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

The players

Tyson Kemp

A senior wrestler for the Sisters High School Outlaws, competing in the 150-pound weight class. Kemp won the 3A Special District Wrestling Championship, becoming the first ever district champion boys wrestler in school history.

Zack Kemp

Tyson Kemp's younger brother, a sophomore wrestler for the Sisters High School Outlaws, competing in the 132-pound weight class. Zack placed third in his weight class to also qualify for the state tournament.

David Kemp

The head coach of the Sisters High School Outlaws wrestling team.

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What they’re saying

“Seeing Tyson and Zack both qualify together is special — brothers supporting each other, pushing each other. Tyson's total control in every match and Zack's never-say-die attitude in the consolations embody what this Outlaws team is about.”

— David Kemp, Head Coach (The Nugget Newspaper)

“All the countless hours of practice and relentless effort I've poured into wrestling have finally paid off. Becoming district champion as a senior is the ultimate reward.”

— Tyson Kemp (The Nugget Newspaper)

What’s next

Kemp expects to be among the top seeds at the state championships, but has to wait a few more days before final seeding is announced on February 22.

The takeaway

The Kemp brothers' success highlights the strength and depth of the Sisters High School wrestling program, which has developed a culture of hard work, brotherly support, and a never-say-die attitude that is producing state-caliber athletes.