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When Darrell Luebbert was wrestling for the Jefferson City Jays, he envisioned being the leader of the program. Luebbert’s dream became reality Tuesday, as he was officially announced as the next head coach of the Jays’ boys wrestling team.
The Jefferson City Jays have been fortunate to have some strong senior classes in recent wrestling seasons, with many featuring four-year starters. This year will be a little different, with just two seniors among the 30-plus wrestlers.
Just making it to Saturday night meant everything to Isaac Enloe. Last year, the Jefferson City senior was the lone Jay qualifier not to medal at the Class 3 state tournament. This year, he was the best finisher on his team.
The Jefferson City Jays advanced nine wrestlers out of the first day of the Class 3 state wrestling championships at Mizzou Arena. Jefferson City is fourth in the team standings after Thursday night’s action with 27 points. Hillsboro is first with 34, followed by Whitfield with 32 and Neosho with 31.5.
The Jefferson City Jays have the numbers. The Jays will send 11 qualifiers to the mat today in the Class 3 wrestling championships at Mizzou Arena. That total should give Jefferson City a shot at winning its second straight state trophy after tying for third in Class 4 last season.