JOHN LETASKY
406 MT Sports
BILLINGS — Team Montana recently gathered in Billings before embarking on a cultural-exchange trip to Germany. As the wrestlers and coaches prepared for their journey, memories of past experiences and anticipation for new adventures filled the air.
Reflecting on his own youth wrestling days in Miles City, boys coach Mike Etchemendy shared his excitement for the upcoming trip. With 18 wrestlers, six females and 12 males, the team eagerly awaited their departure to Germany for a series of wrestling duals and cultural experiences.
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Excitement filled the air as the team prepared for their journey to Germany. For many of the wrestlers, this would be their first time traveling abroad, making the experience even more special.
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