Seven Bath County Wrestlers Qualify for State Tournament

Chargers finish third at Class 1 Super B/C regional, sending seven to state competition

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The Bath County High School wrestling team finished third at the Class 1 Super B/C regional tournament, qualifying seven wrestlers for the upcoming state tournament. Ethan Bryant and Tyler Shaver led the Chargers with runner-up finishes, while Jeremy Burns, Easton Roberts, Jesse Perry, A.J. Woodson, and Azi Tyson all placed fourth to earn their state tournament berths.

Why it matters

Qualifying seven wrestlers for the state tournament is a strong showing for the Bath County High School program, demonstrating the depth and talent of their wrestling team. Advancing wrestlers to the state level provides an opportunity for the school and community to showcase their athletic prowess and potentially bring home state championships.

The details

At the Class 1 Super B/C regional tournament, Bath County High School finished third as a team with 129 points. Riverheads High School won the team title with 243 points, while Grayson County High School was second with 206.5 points. Ethan Bryant (165 pounds) and Tyler Shaver (285 pounds) led the Chargers with runner-up finishes, while Jeremy Burns (138 pounds), Easton Roberts (120 pounds), Jesse Perry (144 pounds), A.J. Woodson (157 pounds), and Azi Tyson (215 pounds) all placed fourth to qualify for the state tournament.

  • The Class 1 Super B/C regional tournament was held on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Ethan Bryant

A 165-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who finished as the runner-up in his weight class at the regional tournament, advancing to the state tournament.

Tyler Shaver

A 285-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who finished as the runner-up in his weight class at the regional tournament, advancing to the state tournament.

Jeremy Burns

A 138-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who placed third in his weight class at the regional tournament, earning a spot in the state tournament.

Easton Roberts

A 120-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who placed fourth in his weight class at the regional tournament, qualifying for the state tournament.

Jesse Perry

A 144-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who placed fourth in his weight class at the regional tournament, advancing to the state tournament.

A.J. Woodson

A 157-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who placed fourth in his weight class at the regional tournament, earning a spot in the state tournament.

Azi Tyson

A 215-pound wrestler for Bath County High School who placed fourth in his weight class at the regional tournament, qualifying for the state tournament.

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What’s next

The seven Bath County wrestlers who qualified for the state tournament will compete at the upcoming state championships, where they will have the opportunity to win individual state titles and help the Chargers team pursue a state championship.

The takeaway

Bath County High School's wrestling program has demonstrated its strength and depth by qualifying seven wrestlers for the state tournament, a testament to the hard work and dedication of the athletes and coaching staff. This achievement highlights the school's commitment to athletic excellence and provides the community with a source of pride and excitement as the wrestlers compete at the state level.