Stariha qualifies for college wrestling Nationals

John Stariha II of Fremont recently competed for the Grand Valley State University wrestling team at the NCWA North Central Conference Championships held in Columbus, Ohio.

Stariha placed second at the championships, losing in the championship finals by 6-4 in overtime. This placement qualified him for the NCWA National Tournament to be held March 13 to 15 in Lakeland, Florida.

His parents are John and Rose Stariha of Fremont and he is coached by Rick Bolhuis, Dave Mills and John Sanderson.