Keith Mincin, wrestling

Freshman Keith Mincin had his varsity wrestling debut delayed by the three-week sports shutdown, and he said it could have big implications for the rest of the season.

The wrestling regular season was set to begin on Wednesday against West Mifflin, but was halted due to the governor’s decision.

“I was super excited to get to wrestle my very first varsity match this coming Wednesday. Everyone on the team has been working out really hard and getting in shape,” Mincin said.

Mincin said the team will continue to stay in shape through this shutdown by doing a workout routine on their own.

“Our team has always been in close contact with the coaches off the mat. We have a workout schedule planned for every day that we have to wait to wrestle our first dual match,” Mincin said.

The WPIAL has made a significant change to help teams when the season restarts, he said.

“After Christmas, every team that competes will get a two-pound allowance for each weight class,” Mincin said.

Staying in their weight classes is a serious task for all wrestlers, and this WPIAL allowance will make that task a little easier.