By Hayden Swope
Salina South’s Jennifer Nguyen is eager to return to competition, motivated by the journey that shaped her season a year ago and ready to make the most of her final run.
“This upcoming season I’m most excited about getting back out on the mat and competing after everything that happened last year, from being a manager to halfway through the season becoming a wrestler that placed at state,” Nguyen said. “As a senior, I’m excited to compete with the team one last time and make this last season memorable and leave it all on the mat.”
Preparation during the offseason has been a key focus as Nguyen worked to be physically ready for the challenges ahead.
“During the offseason I have been doing some strength training to prepare for the season,” Nguyen said. “Also, I attended open mats that our coaches held. I also attended a wrestling camp our school held with Nick Nothern.”
Beyond physical training, Nguyen is placing an emphasis on mental growth as she enters the season.
“One area I want to improve this season is my confidence,” Nguyen said. “I go out into my matches with a bad mindset but this year I want to change it. Some ways I’m gonna work on it is working hard in the wrestling room every day. Also having my coaches by my side this season is going to play a huge role.”
