April 11, 2008 - The Lock Haven University wrestling team has a winning tradition that dates back generations, with a list of alumni that includes Olympians, national champions and Pennsylvania wrestling icons.
Now, the university’s newly-formed women’s program is picking up steam and looks to establish a tradition of its own, with Rachael Groft leading the charge. Depending on how she fares this weekend, Rachael may qualify for the U.S. Olympic Trials in June in Las Vegas, Nev.
Rachael has come a long way since her days as a self-proclaimed “tomboy” who started wrestling in the fourth grade. Her parents were “kind of iffy” about the idea and suggested she go out for cheerleading or basketball. Eventually they gave in and now her mom is one of her biggest supporters.
Mom may well be heading to Beijing this summer to watch her daughter wrestle at the 2008 Summer Olympics.
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