Firebirds take second

? The Free State High wrestling team placed second at the Gardner-Edgerton Invitational Saturday, garnering 227 team points.

All 12 wrestlers that competed for the Firebirds earned medals, including first place finishes by Mike Goble, Matt Sommers and Jeremy Bustamante.

In addition, K.J. Siebert, Brett Shoffner and Jesse Hardy each took second place in their respective weight classes.

“We got exactly what we were looking for today,” FSHS coach Darrell Andrew said. “Our kids got a lot of mat time. it’s a great opportunity to see where we’re at right now, and where we need to go.”

Anderson County won the meet with 238 points. Free State will travel to Olathe South Wednesday.