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USA Wrestling Senior Nationals: Photos from day 1 at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa

Joseph Cress
Iowa City Press-Citizen
Greco-Roman wrestlers compete on four mats during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Greco-Roman wrestlers compete on four mats during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alex Thomsen, left, reacts after beating Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alex Thomsen, left, reacts after beating Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Greco-Roman wrestlers compete on four mats during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Greco-Roman wrestlers compete on four mats during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Lauren Louive, left, scores a fall on Xochitl Mota-Pettis in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Lauren Louive, left, scores a fall on Xochitl Mota-Pettis in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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People walk on the concourse overlooking the GreenState Family Fieldhouse as wrestlers warm up during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
People walk on the concourse overlooking the GreenState Family Fieldhouse as wrestlers warm up during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Sections of seating are taped off for social distancing during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Sections of seating are taped off for social distancing during the opening session of the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Katherine Shai is introduced before her 53kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Katherine Shai is introduced before her 53kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Katherine Shai, right, wrestles Ronna Heaton in the 53kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Katherine Shai, right, wrestles Ronna Heaton in the 53kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Nick Boykin, left, wrestles Chad Porter in the 97kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Nick Boykin, left, wrestles Chad Porter in the 97kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alex Thomsen is introduced before his 60kg final match during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alex Thomsen is introduced before his 60kg final match during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alex Thomsen, left, wrestles Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alex Thomsen, left, wrestles Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alex Thomsen, right, wrestles Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alex Thomsen, right, wrestles Mosha Schwartz in the 60kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Lauren Louive, left, wrestles Xochitl Mota-Pettis in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Lauren Louive, left, wrestles Xochitl Mota-Pettis in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Lauren Louive reacts after winning the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Lauren Louive reacts after winning the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak is introduced before the 67kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak is introduced before the 67kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak, right, wrestles Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak, right, wrestles Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak, right, wrestles Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak, right, wrestles Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak poses for photos while celebrating his victory in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak poses for photos while celebrating his victory in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak, left, celebrates after beating Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak, left, celebrates after beating Calvin Germinaro in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Benji Peak celebrates his victory in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Benji Peak celebrates his victory in the 57kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Cohlton Schultz, left, wrestles West Cathcart in the 130kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Cohlton Schultz, left, wrestles West Cathcart in the 130kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Cohlton Schultz celebrates after winning the 130kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Cohlton Schultz celebrates after winning the 130kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Kendrick Sanders, left, wrestles Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Kendrick Sanders, left, wrestles Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Kendrick Sanders, right, wrestles Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Kendrick Sanders, right, wrestles Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Kendrick Sanders, left, celebrates after beating Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Kendrick Sanders, left, celebrates after beating Pat Smith in the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Kendrick Sanders celebrates after winning the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Kendrick Sanders celebrates after winning the 77kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Sarah Hildebrandt, right, wrestles Amy Fearnside in the 50kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Sarah Hildebrandt, right, wrestles Amy Fearnside in the 50kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Sarah Hildebrandt, left, wrestles Amy Fearnside in the 50kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Sarah Hildebrandt, left, wrestles Amy Fearnside in the 50kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Sarah Hildebrandt, left, reacts after winning the 50kg final against Amy Fearnside during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Sarah Hildebrandt, left, reacts after winning the 50kg final against Amy Fearnside during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alan Vera, left, wrestles Joe Rau in the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alan Vera, left, wrestles Joe Rau in the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alan Vera, bottom, wrestles Joe Rau in the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alan Vera, bottom, wrestles Joe Rau in the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alan Vera celebrates after winning the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alan Vera celebrates after winning the 87kg final during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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* Conor Knopick wrestles at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa. *CORRECTS WEIGHT CLASS AND NAME
* Conor Knopick wrestles at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa. *CORRECTS WEIGHT CLASS AND NAME
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Officials wearing face masks and shields huddle up between sessions during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Officials wearing face masks and shields huddle up between sessions during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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A banner on a table displays the logos of the International Olympic Committee and USA Wrestling, "Where Olympic Journeys Begin," during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
A banner on a table displays the logos of the International Olympic Committee and USA Wrestling, "Where Olympic Journeys Begin," during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Burke Paddock, right, wrestles Ryan Epps at 77kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Burke Paddock, right, wrestles Ryan Epps at 77kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Alex Thomsen, left, wrestles Taylor Lamont at 60kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Alex Thomsen, left, wrestles Taylor Lamont at 60kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Elijah Varona, top, wrestles Joey Jones at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Elijah Varona, top, wrestles Joey Jones at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Justin Koethe wrestles at 67 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Justin Koethe wrestles at 67 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Eddie Smith, left, wrestles Tony Raupp at 77 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Eddie Smith, left, wrestles Tony Raupp at 77 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Eddie Smith wrestles at 77 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Eddie Smith wrestles at 77 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Bottles of disinfectant are seen during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Bottles of disinfectant are seen during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Elijah Varona walks off the mat after a match at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Elijah Varona walks off the mat after a match at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Officials wearing face masks and shields review a challenge during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Officials wearing face masks and shields review a challenge during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Athletes walk out of the exit to the arena during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Athletes walk out of the exit to the arena during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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An official wearing a face mask holds up cards updating score during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
An official wearing a face mask holds up cards updating score during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Isabella Gonzalez runs off the mat after a match at 57 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Isabella Gonzalez runs off the mat after a match at 57 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Tyler Hannah, right, wrestles Nino Bonaccorsi at 97 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Tyler Hannah, right, wrestles Nino Bonaccorsi at 97 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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An official wearing a face mask signals during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
An official wearing a face mask signals during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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A person disinfects mats between sessions during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
A person disinfects mats between sessions during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Tyler Lamont, left, suplexes Jonathan Gurule while they wrestle at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Tyler Lamont, left, suplexes Jonathan Gurule while they wrestle at 60 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Emma Cochran, left, wrestles Amy Fearnside at 50 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Emma Cochran, left, wrestles Amy Fearnside at 50 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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Emma Cochran, left, talks with a teammate after a match at 50 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
Emma Cochran, left, talks with a teammate after a match at 50 kg during the USA Wrestling Senior National Championships, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at the Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.
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