Thomas over Rhone

Cory Thomas of Bedford is a firm believer that upsets can happen at the state tournament. Thomas just pulled out a thrilling 6-4 win in overtime over highly ranked Mike Rhone of Benton. Clearly the underdog in this bout, Thomas stuck it out, wrestled hard for over six minutes and put together the finishing takedown he needed to secure the win in overtime. Thomas will now face another highly ranked opponent, Derek Brothers of Curwensville, in the Quarter Final round.