24 Local Grapplers Earn Sectional Titles in Mid-Penn Girls Wrestling

District 3 regional tournament set for February 28 at Manheim Central High School

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The Mid-Penn Conference saw 24 local wrestlers win sectional titles across the four sectional tournaments last weekend. Central Dauphin, Cumberland Valley, Chambersburg, Big Spring, Shippensburg, Trinity, Gettysburg, and Northern all had individual champions advance to the upcoming District 3 regional tournament.

Why it matters

The sectional tournament results set the stage for the upcoming District 3 regional tournament, where the top four placers from each weight class will qualify for the state championships. Several highly ranked wrestlers, including Central Dauphin's Ashley Hoffman and Northern's Makayla Smith, will be looking to continue their successful seasons and make a push for state titles.

The details

Central Dauphin crowned four sectional champions - Kate Hollinger (100 lbs), Aaliyah Johnson (130 lbs), Madison Rife (170 lbs), and Layla Barrios (235 lbs). However, the Rams' top-ranked 235-pounder Rozella Reese was absent from the sectional tournament. Cumberland Valley had five individual champions, including Ava Montes (100 lbs), Molly Stenger (112 lbs), Vedika Rajput (142 lbs), Emma Beaven (155 lbs), and Abbey Hollenbach (235 lbs). Chambersburg, Big Spring, Shippensburg, Trinity, Gettysburg, and Northern also had sectional titlists advance.

  • The District 3 regional tournament will be held on February 28 at Manheim Central High School.

The players

Kate Hollinger

Central Dauphin wrestler who won the 100-pound sectional title.

Aaliyah Johnson

Central Dauphin wrestler who won the 130-pound sectional title.

Madison Rife

Central Dauphin wrestler who won the 170-pound sectional title.

Layla Barrios

Central Dauphin wrestler who won the 235-pound sectional title.

Rozella Reese

Central Dauphin wrestler who is the top-ranked 235-pounder but did not compete in the sectional tournament.

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What’s next

The top four placers from the four sectional tournaments will convene at Manheim Central High School on February 28 for the District 3 regional tournament, where they will compete for the chance to qualify for the state championships.

The takeaway

The Mid-Penn Conference showcased its depth and talent in girls wrestling, with 24 local grapplers earning sectional titles and advancing to the upcoming District 3 regional tournament. Several highly ranked wrestlers, including Central Dauphin's Ashley Hoffman and Northern's Makayla Smith, will be looking to make a push for state titles as the postseason continues.