Defending D-III champ lands nine in semifinals ; Troy Christian knows the key to defending its title is advancing as many wrestlers as possible.

From: Dayton Daily News | Date: February 24, 2008| Author: John Cummings Contributing Writer | Copyright information

KETTERING -- The extra day of waiting for the Division III district tournament did not faze the Troy Christian wrestling team.

The Eagles (107 points) advanced nine to the semifinals -- one win from a state berth -- en route to a 48-point lead over second- place Greeneview after the first day of competition Saturday, Feb. 23, at Trent Arena.

"It was pretty disappointing," Eagles 140-pounder Chris Burns said of the weather delay. "But, it gave us a chance to stay up on technique...