Sanford High School hosted the Sanford Wrestling Annual Tournament (SWAT) over the weekend.
SWAT began on Friday and ran through Saturday, drawing thousands of wrestlers and their families from across Northern New England. The tournament has become an iconic event in the regional wrestling scene, delivering a significant economic boost to the City of Sanford while also serving as the single-largest fundraiser for the Red and White Foundation’s concession stand. Proceeds from the event are donated back to Sanford High School’s athletics programs.
Sanford wrestlers competed in what is widely considered one of the toughest tournaments in all of New England. Three Spartans placed at the event. Ryder Lachance was Sanford’s highest placer, finishing third overall and earning the Ken Hover Award. Connor Pickering placed sixth, as did senior Ricky Callis.
A highlight of the weekend came Saturday afternoon when Callis earned his 100th career win, a milestone that brought the crowd to its feet in applause.