Bradford, Port Allegany wrestlers named Big 30 Co-MVPs

Jordan Thompson and Aiden Bliss share top honors after strong seasons

Apr. 11, 2026 at 6:43pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic movements and competition of a high school wrestling match, with the athletes' uniforms and the wrestling mat rendered in bold, geometric shapes and colors.The shared MVP award between two standout regional wrestlers highlights the competitive spirit and talent of high school wrestling in this part of Pennsylvania.Bradford Today

Bradford's Jordan Thompson and Port Allegany's Aiden Bliss have been named Big 30 Wrestling Co-MVPs after both wrestlers finished third in their respective weight classes at the state championships.

Why it matters

The Big 30 Wrestling awards recognize the top high school wrestlers in the region, and sharing the MVP award is a prestigious honor that highlights the talent and competitiveness of wrestling in this area of Pennsylvania.

The details

Thompson and Bliss both had standout seasons, with Thompson finishing third in the 145-pound weight class and Bliss taking third in the 160-pound division at the PIAA State Wrestling Championships.

  • The Big 30 Wrestling awards were announced on April 11, 2026.

The players

Jordan Thompson

A wrestler for Bradford High School who finished third in the 145-pound weight class at the PIAA State Wrestling Championships.

Aiden Bliss

A wrestler for Port Allegany High School who finished third in the 160-pound weight class at the PIAA State Wrestling Championships.

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The takeaway

The shared MVP award between Thompson and Bliss showcases the high level of wrestling talent in the Big 30 region, with both athletes demonstrating their skills and competitiveness at the state championships.