Orem • Eli Wells wrestles in the 285-pound weight class, but his athleticism and style draw comparisons to that of a wrestler about half his size.
“The heavyweight that I practice with, he says ‘You wrestle just like out 113-pounder,’” the Mountain Crest senior said. “I’m OK with it. Quickness is my key.”
Being mobile is one thing, but using the agility against the big bodies in Class 4A is what sets apart Wells. The athleticism was on full display Friday night as he recorded two pins to move unscathed into Saturday’s state semifinals.
Wells was one of nine Mountain Crest wrestlers to reach the state semifinals, and the Mustangs sit neck-and-neck with Uintah at the top of the team standings.