Quotes by John Pycraft

“Ever since I was 4 years old, Ive wanted the chance to wrestle on that 3-foot high stage for the state championship. Now I finally have that chance. Its a dream come true for me, and I cant wait to be out there.”

“Its still hard. I had to wrestle my hardest for the full six minutes. I gave him all I had. Thats what you have to do with all of these matches.”

“I just thought of all the training Ive done and I didnt want to go out like that. That (second period) reversal was crucial. Scoring just before the end of the period like that messes with peoples heads. That was the turning point of the match right there.”

“I told myself that Im not going home this year with nothing in my hands. I didnt want to come home empty-handed like last year. Now my focus is wrestling on Saturday for a chance at the title.”

“You cant judge a wrestler based on two weeks ago. That was a long time ago. Hell be stronger and better, just like I will. Just because I beat him, I cant and wont take him lightly.”

“Better coaching is why I feel Ive gotten better in all aspects. At least in the past two years, Ive been working my best to be here. Now, its paying off. Im in the finals.”