The Trinity girls’ wrestling team hits the mats for their new season, which began on November 14, 2025, with Coach Rhodes leading them to another successful year. The girls are currently practicing and preparing for upcoming tournaments, marking another exciting season of growth and competition.
Girls’ wrestling quickly became an athletic pursuit for young women all across the country. Over the past few years, schools have started making teams and increasing the number of girls stepping onto the mat.
Sophomore Carolina McClain says, “Wrestling taught me how to be mentally strong. It’s such a physically and mentally demanding sport; it makes other daily obstacles seem easier.”
The girls’ wrestlers demonstrate incredible strength, discipline, and strategic thinking, making it an impressive sport to be a part of.
Senior and 4th place state medalist Elaina Ashby says, “I like how wrestling is an independent sport you can focus on yourself in, you don’t have to rely on your team to get points, if you’re competitive, join.”
Wrestling overall opens up new opportunities for people.
Ashby also states, “Because of wrestling, I have so many college opportunities, personal growth, and time management skills.”
This year, the girls’ wrestlers face rivals like Canon Mac, Pine Richland, and North Allegheny.
Coach Rhodes states, “All of these schools are seen as competition because they are full-girl wrestling teams, and there are always certain wrestlers you want your girls to compete with.”
McClain also says, “Wrestling prepares you for the rest of your life mentally, you become closer to everyone around you who are pushing through in the same boat.”
December 23-24 is the annual Powerade tournament, held at Canon-McMillan High School for both boys and girls wrestlers. Tournaments tend to take place all season long, and wrestlers agree that it gives them more opportunities to improve and prepare for the state championship, which gets competitors the most excited.
McClain adds on, “My favorite part of the season is right before the WPIAL, cause you’re preparing for what matters most, and it’s your ticket into states.”
Last season, two Trinity girls wrestlers, Elaina and Alexia Ashby, made it into the state championship with the help of Coach Rhodes. Girls’ wrestling becoming a statewide sport has helped young girls with their confidence and get rid of stereotypes, inspiring future generations of women to be young leaders and athletes. Wrestling is more than a sport and can make anyone stronger and more resilient to life problems; hard work can be applied on and off the mat. If that is something that would be of interest, don’t miss out on signing up next year. All of the skills distributed to the wrestlers can help them defeat their rivals this season. Stay tuned and be sure to come and support the Trinity Girls wrestlers this season!
