The kid's performance this season, (now that he's actually stepped onto the mat) yeah, with all those magical pins you described, is impressive. No one's arguing against that. But let's not act like there was a grand conspiracy to ignore his past achievements. It's just common sense questioning why someone would be ranked if they hadn't shown up to compete while there were others competing and putting in the work.
Wrestling, my friend, is as real as it gets. It's not about the hype or the history; it's about what you do when you're facing your opponent, right there and then. Every single match is an opportunity to prove yourself, regardless of what you've won before. That's the thrill of it. At least for me it was.
And absolutely, no one's expecting the likes of Benitez, Richardson, or any other contender to just lie down because of someone's past glories. This isn't a coronation; it's a competition, pure and simple.
and hey, if you're at the dome this weekend, I'll buy you a beer to go with your popcorn. Watching the state championships unfold is the highlight of the season, filled with upsets and underdog stories. Let's see who really shows up when it counts.
Can't wait to see how it all goes down.
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