3A-D8 District Preview

3A-D8 Preview: Three way race will make for an exciting finish in 3A District 8!

By Alex Wisdom

Last Season Recap:

Palmetto entered a new district and made there mark claiming a district title, the returning champions are coming off a 24 point title win with four individual champs and three finalists!

The Insight:

Venice, Gateway Fort Myers and Palmetto all are fighting for a tight 3 team race. Palmetto has the momentum from last season, but Venice and Gateway Fort Myers have the chance to claim the title.

⭐️ Top Wrestlers to Watch

  • Venice: Kase Hopper, Massimo Pellicano

  • Gateway (Fort Myers): Craig Odom, Anthony Farnot

  • Palmetto: Michael Schlegel

  • North Port: Owen Nappi, Devon Young

🥇 Dark Horse Wrestlers Who Could Shake Things Up

  • Venice: Christian Medina, Niccolo Pellicano

  • Palmetto: Riley Craig, Porter Daniels, Ryan Reid

  • Gateway (Fort Myers): Matthew Garcia, Bryce Vasquez

  • Lakewood Ranch: Aaron Rodriguez, Shawn Maestre

  • Sarasota (Riverview): Adam Long

  • Sarasota: Lauden Simon

🏆 My Pick:
It will be closer than I think but I have Venice taking it all in a close district battle.

♟️ Team with Something to Prove:
Palmetto was the underdog last year and proved everyone wrong, they could for sure prove me wrong as well!