New Sequim Wrestling Club Sees Success at Centralia Tournament

The Bair Academy, a USA-affiliated club, made a strong debut with multiple wrestlers earning wins.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:30am

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A new wrestling club called the Bair Academy, started by Terry Bair and Dustin Jones in Sequim, Washington, recently competed for the first time at the Washington State Wrestling Association Twin City 3-Styles Classic in Centralia. The club was represented by several young wrestlers, including Jayms Vilona, Johnny Vilona, Jett Vilona, Story Snow, Bailey Stein, Brandon Bair, and Finn Jones. Jayms Vilona finished first in the 174-pound category with a perfect 4-0 record, while Finn Jones took third place at 132 pounds. The Bair Academy is now gearing up for a series of tournaments from May to September and is looking to expand its roster for both elite and developmental youth wrestlers.

Why it matters

The formation of the Bair Academy provides a new local option for Sequim-area wrestlers who previously had to commute to access a USA-affiliated club. The club's strong debut at the Centralia tournament highlights the talent and potential of young wrestlers in the Sequim community.

The details

The Bair Academy, a new USA-affiliated wrestling club in Sequim, made its debut at the Washington State Wrestling Association Twin City 3-Styles Classic in Centralia in late March. The club was represented by several young wrestlers, including Jayms Vilona, Johnny Vilona, Jett Vilona, Story Snow, Bailey Stein, Brandon Bair, and Finn Jones. Jayms Vilona excelled in the 174-pound category, finishing with a perfect 4-0 record to claim first place, while Finn Jones secured third place at 132 pounds. Johnny Vilona earned fourth in a competitive 150-pound bracket. Teammates Snow, Stein, and Brandon Bair each finished 2-2. Jett Vilona, the youngest member of the team competing while in seventh grade, stepped up an age bracket to compete.

  • The Bair Academy made its debut at the Washington State Wrestling Association Twin City 3-Styles Classic in Centralia in late March 2026.
  • The club is gearing up for a series of tournaments from May to September 2026.

The players

Terry Bair

Co-founder of the Bair Academy wrestling club in Sequim, Washington.

Dustin Jones

Co-founder of the Bair Academy wrestling club in Sequim, Washington.

Jayms Vilona

A wrestler who competed for the Bair Academy and finished first in the 174-pound category at the Centralia tournament with a perfect 4-0 record.

Finn Jones

A wrestler who competed for the Bair Academy and secured third place in the 132-pound category at the Centralia tournament.

Johnny Vilona

A wrestler who competed for the Bair Academy and earned fourth place in the 150-pound bracket at the Centralia tournament.

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What they’re saying

“Jett Vilona, the youngest member of the team competing while in seventh grade, stepped up an age bracket to compete showcasing remarkable dedication and potential.”

— Coaches

What’s next

The Bair Academy is gearing up for a series of tournaments from May to September 2026 and looks to expand its roster, not only for its elite group of wrestlers, but also for the developmental youth program for grades K-12.

The takeaway

The formation of the Bair Academy wrestling club in Sequim provides a new local option for young wrestlers in the community to train and compete, helping to develop the sport's talent pipeline in the region.